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Town of Bemidji bids, RFPs and contracts

Minnesota
Latest contract
Jan 9, 2026
10 months ago
Bids and RFPs
1
None open now
Contracts
1,932
900 vendors
Decision makers
7

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Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: Bemidji Youth Hockey for bemidji Youth Hockey Gambling Permit Approved (Jan 2026) and Loon Country Arts Collective for bemidji Leases Carnegie Library to Arts Collective ($850/month + $1500 security deposit, Nov 2025).

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Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations Town of Bemidji has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who Town of Bemidji buys from, taken from council records. 1,932 contracts with 900 vendors.

BEMIDJI YOUTH HOCKEYBemidji Youth Hockey Gambling Permit Approved · Jan 9Undisclosed
LOON COUNTRY ARTS COLLECTIVEBemidji Leases Carnegie Library to Arts Collective · Nov 1$850
LOON COUNTRY ARTS COLLECTIVECity leases Carnegie Library space to arts collective · Nov 1$850.00
ERIK THORSONErik Thorson variance for residential addition approved · Oct 23Undisclosed
PETERSON SHEET METALPeterson Sheet Metal Conditional Use Permit for contractor's shop · Oct 23Undisclosed

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Bemidji.

Questions about Town of Bemidji

How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Bemidji?

Town of Bemidji currently works with 900 vendors across contract types including Gambling Permit, Lease Agreement, FACILITIES, Construction, and Service. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 7 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 Town of Bemidji?

Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Bemidji include Bemidji Charter Commission Meeting: Charter Violations and Governance, Bemidji Sustainability Commission Meeting: McKinstry & Key Initiatives, and Bemidji City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Finance, & Development, 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 Town of Bemidji publish RFPs?

Town of Bemidji publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from Town of Bemidji. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Bemidji?

At Town of Bemidji, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Streets & Roads, Public Works, Finance, Parks & Recreation, and Administration. 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 7 decision-makers at Town of Bemidji.

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What does Town of Bemidji spend the most on?

Based on 1,093 tracked contracts, Town of Bemidji spends most on Capital Projects (653), Public Works (189), Grants (105), Environmental Services (74), and Recreation & Community Services (72). Contract types include Gambling Permit, Lease Agreement, FACILITIES, Construction, and Service. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Town of Bemidji's current vendors?

Town of Bemidji currently works with vendors including BEMIDJI YOUTH HOCKEY, LOON COUNTRY ARTS COLLECTIVE, ERIK THORSON, PETERSON SHEET METAL, NORTHWEST TIRE, MINNESOTA SPORTS, ASM GLOBAL, and U MINNESOTA EXTENSION REGIONAL SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIPS CLEAN ENERGY RESOURCE TEAM CERT. These vendors span contract types like Gambling Permit, Lease Agreement, FACILITIES, Construction, and Service. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is Town of Bemidji working on?

Based on 14 tracked meetings, Town of Bemidji is actively discussing: Bemidji Charter Commission Meeting: Charter Violations and Governance, Bemidji Sustainability Commission Meeting: McKinstry & Key Initiatives, Bemidji City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Finance, & Development, Bemidji City Council Meeting: Approvals, Projects & Economic Impacts, and Sanford Center Board Reviews Storm Damage, Financials, Strategic Planning. 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 Town of Bemidji have?

Town of Bemidji currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (653), Public Works (189), and Grants (105). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.

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