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Ramsey County bids, RFPs and contracts

North Dakota
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 21, 2026
16 days ago
Pre-RFPs
49
5 in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
5
None open now
Contracts
252
170 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

49 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Ramsey County's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and public works. The latest, from Oct 21: Underground Fiber Cable and Vault Installation Build.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Contract Admin.

How they buy

Latest awards: Johnson Excavating for johnson Excavating Updates Culvert Projects (Oct 2026) and ABM for printer-Copier Lease Through ABM Discussed ($160 per month, Oct 2026).

49 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 21

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Ramsey County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations Ramsey County has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who Ramsey County buys from, taken from council records. 252 contracts with 170 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Ramsey County.

Questions about Ramsey County

How do I become an approved vendor for Ramsey County?

Ramsey County currently works with 170 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 32 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.

How do I win a contract with Ramsey County?

Small purchases under ND's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Ramsey County include Ramsey County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Ramsey County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Ramsey County Commission Meeting: Finances, Roadwork, and Future LEC Bond, suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.

Where does Ramsey County publish RFPs?

Ramsey County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ND's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 5 solicitations from Ramsey County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Contract Admin. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Ramsey County?

At Ramsey County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Recorder, Planning, Veterans Services, Water, and Public Works. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 32 decision-makers at Ramsey County.

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What does Ramsey County spend the most on?

Based on 980 tracked contracts, Ramsey County spends most on Capital Projects (355), Public Works (347), Contract Admin (141), Budget Planning (76), and Environmental Services (61). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Ramsey County's current vendors?

Ramsey County currently works with vendors including JOHNSON EXCAVATING, ABM, FIRST UNITED BANK, CLOSE CONSTRUCTION, KLJ, MORRIS SEALCOAT, DS EXCAVATING, and TRUE NORTH STEEL. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is Ramsey County working on?

Based on 23 tracked meetings, Ramsey County is actively discussing: Ramsey County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Ramsey County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Ramsey County Commission Meeting: Finances, Roadwork, and Future LEC Bond, Ramsey County Board Reorganization: Portfolio Assignments, Contracts, and Ramsey County Commissioners Meeting: Payments, CDL Training & Foreclosures. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.

How many active solicitations does Ramsey County have?

Ramsey County currently has 5 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (355), Public Works (347), and Contract Admin (141). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ND's state portal, and other sources.

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