Burleigh County bids, RFPs and contracts
Bismarck, North DakotaPop. 103,251 · burleigh.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 15 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 47
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Jun 30
- Contracts
- 546
- 319 vendors
The 30-second brief
47 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Burleigh County's meetings, most in parks & recreation and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 19: At the October 5, 2026 commission meeting, the county accepted the updated Bismarck-Mandan Fringe Area Road Master Plan. The plan was presented by City of Bismarck Transportation Planner Stephan Larson and Bolton & Menk. This is a planning signal that can feed future road and intersection projects, but the packet does not show a procurement yet.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
1+ open RFP, the next due Jun 30. Latest awards: Houston Engineering Inc for houston Engineering Reviews Kimball Bottoms Project Bids (Oct 2026) and PAYLOCITY for burleigh County Implements Paylocity HRIS System (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Burleigh County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Burleigh County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Burleigh County buys from, taken from council records. 546 contracts with 319 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Burleigh County.
Questions about Burleigh County
How do I become an approved vendor for Burleigh County?
Burleigh County currently works with 319 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 48 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 Burleigh County?
Small purchases under ND's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Burleigh County include Burleigh County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Burleigh County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Missouri Valley Complex Committee Reviews Planning, Development & Zoning, 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 Burleigh County publish RFPs?
Burleigh County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ND's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 71 solicitations from Burleigh County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Burleigh County?
At Burleigh County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include County Parks, Assessor, and Streets & Roads. 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 48 decision-makers at Burleigh County.
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What does Burleigh County spend the most on?
Based on 1,025 tracked contracts, Burleigh County spends most on Capital Projects (654), Public Works (149), Recreation & Community Services (82), Administration & Finance (75), and Public Updates (65). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Burleigh County's current vendors?
Burleigh County currently works with vendors including HOUSTON ENGINEERING INC, PAYLOCITY, PRAIRIE VIEW LANDSCAPING, BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF NORTH DAKOTA (BCBSND), EIDE BAILLY'S, EIDE BAILLY, BOLTON-MENK.COM, DCN LLC, VENTURE ARCHITECTS, and UNIVERSITY OF MARY. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, and CONSULTING. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Burleigh County working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, Burleigh County is actively discussing: Burleigh County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Burleigh County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Missouri Valley Complex Committee Reviews Planning, Development & Zoning, Missouri Valley Complex Committee: Zoning, Mitigation, Future Plans, and Missouri Valley Complex Committee Meeting: Budget, Development & 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 Burleigh County have?
Burleigh County currently has 71 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (654), Public Works (149), and Recreation & Community Services (82). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ND's state portal, and other sources.