City of Alexandria bids, RFPs and contracts
Alexandria, MinnesotaPop. 15,045 · alexandriamn.city- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 83
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 27
- Contracts
- 964
- 569 vendors
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83 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Alexandria's meetings, most in capital projects and transportation. The latest, from Oct 21: City Opens 2027 Commercial Refuse Hauler License Renewal Window.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Missouri Basin Municipal Power Agency for power Sale Agreement Approved With Missouri Basin Agency (Sep 2026) and State of Minnesota for five-Year Minnesota Criminal Justice Agreement Renewed (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Alexandria's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Alexandria has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Alexandria buys from, taken from council records. 964 contracts with 569 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Alexandria.
Questions about City of Alexandria
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Alexandria?
City of Alexandria currently works with 569 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and FOOD_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 49 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 Alexandria?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Alexandria include City of Alexandria — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Alexandria — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Alexandria — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), 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 Alexandria publish RFPs?
City of Alexandria publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 27 solicitations from City of Alexandria. 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 Alexandria?
At City of Alexandria, 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 ENCORE! Center for Vibrant Aging (Alexandria Senior Center), City Council, Parks & Recreation, Police - Civil, 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 49 decision-makers at City of Alexandria.
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What does City of Alexandria spend the most on?
Based on 980 tracked contracts, City of Alexandria spends most on Capital Projects (643), Public Works (122), Grants (86), Public Safety (65), and Parks & Recreation (64). Contract types include UTILITIES, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and FOOD_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Alexandria's current vendors?
City of Alexandria currently works with vendors including MISSOURI BASIN MUNICIPAL POWER AGENCY, STATE OF MINNESOTA, CITY OF PARK RAPIDS MN, FRIENDS OF CHRISTMAS, ALP UTILITIES, VIKING COCA-COLA, UNITY RECOVERY, and MISSOURI RIVER ENERGY SERVICES. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and FOOD_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 Alexandria working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, City of Alexandria is actively discussing: City of Alexandria — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Alexandria — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Alexandria — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and City of Alexandria Public Meeting Overview - January 13, 2025. 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 Alexandria have?
City of Alexandria currently has 27 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (643), Public Works (122), and Grants (86). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.