City of Arden Hills bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 204
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 6
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,120
- 452 vendors
The 30-second brief
204 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Arden Hills's meetings, most in parks & recreation and grants. The latest, from Oct 26: The agenda scheduled approval of a professional services agreement with Bolton & Menk for the Royal Hills mini master plan project. The city had already selected the consultant in the agenda item, but the vote was still pending on October 26, 2026. This points to planning and design support work that may lead to phased park or site improvements.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Bolton & Menk for arden Hills Considers Bolton & Menk Planning Agreement (Oct 2026) and GOVWELL for arden Hills Considers GovWell Online Services Contract (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Arden Hills's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Arden Hills has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Arden Hills buys from, taken from council records. 1,120 contracts with 452 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Arden Hills.
Questions about City of Arden Hills
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Arden Hills?
City of Arden Hills currently works with 452 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, INSURANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 35 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 Arden Hills?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Arden Hills include City of Arden Hills — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Arden Hills — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Arden Hills — 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 Arden Hills publish RFPs?
City of Arden Hills publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 6 solicitations from City of Arden Hills. 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 Arden Hills?
At City of Arden Hills, 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, Finance, Community Development, Ramsey County Sheriff's Office, 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 35 decision-makers at City of Arden Hills.
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What does City of Arden Hills spend the most on?
Based on 1,508 tracked contracts, City of Arden Hills spends most on Capital Projects (934), Public Works (249), Grants (139), Parks & Recreation (97), and Environmental Services (89). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, INSURANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Arden Hills's current vendors?
City of Arden Hills currently works with vendors including BOLTON & MENK, GOVWELL, RAMSEY COUNTY, LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES INSURANCE TRUST (LMCIT), EHLERS & ASSOCIATES, ABM EQUIPMENT, ADVANTAGE SIGNS & GRAPHICS INC, and ALLIED BLACKTOP COMPANY INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, INSURANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Arden Hills working on?
Based on 23 tracked meetings, City of Arden Hills is actively discussing: City of Arden Hills — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Arden Hills — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Arden Hills — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Arden Hills EDC Discusses 75th Anniversary, Work Plan & Business Events, and Arden Hills Council: 2026 Budget, EDA Membership & Fees Discussed. 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 Arden Hills have?
City of Arden Hills currently has 6 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (934), Public Works (249), and Grants (139). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.