City of Apple Valley bids, RFPs and contracts
Apple Valley, MinnesotaPop. 55,248 · applevalleymn.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 11 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 171
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 220
- Contracts
- 1,966
- 572 vendors
The 30-second brief
171 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Apple Valley's meetings, most in capital projects and parks & recreation. The latest, from Oct 22: The council was asked to authorize Project 2026-177, a utility rate study driven by planned PFAS treatment improvements at the Water Treatment Plant. Staff recommended Bolton & Menk after meeting with AE2S, Bolton & Menk, and PFM, and the proposal was for a lump sum of $17,000. The study will review water, sanitary, storm, and street light rates and is expected to take about four months.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: Terra General Contractors LLC Dba Terra Construction for apple Valley Approves Terra Construction Change Order (Oct 2026) and Landscape Structures Inc (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Apple Valley's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Apple Valley has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Apple Valley buys from, taken from council records. 1,966 contracts with 572 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Apple Valley.
Questions about City of Apple Valley
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Apple Valley?
City of Apple Valley currently works with 572 vendors across contract types including Grant, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 63 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 Apple Valley?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Apple Valley include City of Apple Valley — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Apple Valley — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Apple Valley — 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 Apple Valley publish RFPs?
City of Apple Valley publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 220 solicitations from City of Apple Valley. 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 City of Apple Valley?
At City of Apple Valley, 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 — Engineering Division, Information Technology and Communications, Fire, Finance, and Planning. 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 63 decision-makers at City of Apple Valley.
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What does City of Apple Valley spend the most on?
Based on 2,242 tracked contracts, City of Apple Valley spends most on Capital Projects (1,380), Public Works (351), Recreation & Community Services (198), Parks & Recreation (170), and Public Safety (143). Contract types include Grant, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Apple Valley's current vendors?
City of Apple Valley currently works with vendors including CITY OF APPLE VALLEY, TERRA GENERAL CONTRACTORS LLC DBA TERRA CONSTRUCTION, LANDSCAPE STRUCTURES INC, METRO ALARM & LOCK, ALLIED BLACKTOP COMPANY, HYDRO-KLEAN LLC, MIDWEST SEWER SERVICES, HOLIDAY STATIONSTORES LLC DBA HOLIDAY STATIONSTORE #2746678, and DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP INC. These vendors span contract types like Grant, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_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 Apple Valley working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, City of Apple Valley is actively discussing: City of Apple Valley — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Apple Valley — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Apple Valley — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Apple Valley Council Approves Crypto Kiosk Ban, Discusses Comp Plan Amendment, and Apple Valley 2026 Street Improvements: Scope, Locations, Opportunities. 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 Apple Valley have?
City of Apple Valley currently has 220 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,380), Public Works (351), and Recreation & Community Services (198). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.