City of Albany bids, RFPs and contracts
Albany, MinnesotaPop. 2,873 · ci.albany.mn.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 35
- 11 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,696
- 573 vendors
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35 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Albany's meetings, most in capital projects and public works. The latest, from Oct 21: The packet included Payment Application No. 6 for the 2026 Capital Improvement Project. Stantec recommended paying C&L Excavating Inc. $49,153 for sign installation, sewer televising, seeding, and other completed items. The work was already underway and largely complete, so the sales value is in closeout, warranty, and any remaining change or follow-on items.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Mn Department of Transportation for albany Approves Snow Control Agreement With MnDOT (Oct 2026) and West Central Sanitation for albany Schedules Hearing on West Central Sanitation Fees (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Albany's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Albany has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Albany buys from, taken from council records. 1,696 contracts with 573 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Albany.
Questions about City of Albany
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Albany?
City of Albany currently works with 573 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, STAFFING, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 11 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 City of Albany?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Albany include City of Albany — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Albany City Council: Budget, Roadwork, Tree Removal, & Ordinance Updates, and Albany City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Finance, and Policy Updates, 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 City of Albany publish RFPs?
City of Albany publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from City of Albany. 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 City of Albany?
At City of Albany, 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 Public Works, Zoning, and City Council. 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 11 decision-makers at City of Albany.
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What does City of Albany spend the most on?
Based on 731 tracked contracts, City of Albany spends most on Capital Projects (404), Public Works (233), Grants (36), Public Safety (31), and Environmental Services (27). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, STAFFING, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Albany's current vendors?
City of Albany currently works with vendors including MN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, WEST CENTRAL SANITATION, C&L EXCAVATING INC, C&L CONSTRUCTION INC, SCHOOL DISTRICT OF ALBANY AREA SCHOOLS, ABDO FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS, STANTEC INC MN, LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INSURANCE TRUST, and ADP. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, STAFFING, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is City of Albany working on?
Based on 3 tracked meetings, City of Albany is actively discussing: City of Albany — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Albany City Council: Budget, Roadwork, Tree Removal, & Ordinance Updates, and Albany City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Finance, and Policy Updates. 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 City of Albany have?
City of Albany currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (404), Public Works (233), and Grants (36). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.