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City of Barnum bids, RFPs and contracts

Minnesota
Latest pre-RFP
Aug 10, 2026
3 months ago
Pre-RFPs
1
Bids and RFPs
1
None open now
Contracts
445
179 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

1 pre-RFP (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Barnum's meetings, most in public safety. The latest, from Aug 10: Fire Department Leadership Vacancy.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.

How they buy

Latest awards: Ideal Homes for ideal Homes Continues Work on City 5 Home Project (Jun 2026) and Northland Bond Services for council Approves Bond Interest Payment to Northland ($11,905.00, Jun 2026).

Latest pre-RFP Aug 10

1 pre-RFP tracked at City of Barnum. Get ones like it, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Barnum's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Barnum has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Barnum buys from, taken from council records. 445 contracts with 179 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Barnum.

Questions about City of Barnum

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Barnum?

City of Barnum currently works with 179 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, UTILITIES, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 1 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 Barnum?

Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (769), Public Works (326), and Environmental Services (95), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Barnum publish RFPs?

City of Barnum publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from City of Barnum. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Barnum?

At City of Barnum, 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 [email protected]. 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 1 decision-makers at City of Barnum.

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What does City of Barnum spend the most on?

Based on 1,359 tracked contracts, City of Barnum spends most on Capital Projects (769), Public Works (326), Environmental Services (95), Recreation & Community Services (87), and Grants (82). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, UTILITIES, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Barnum's current vendors?

City of Barnum currently works with vendors including IDEAL HOMES, NORTHLAND BOND SERVICES, THEIN WELL, NELSONS SANITATION, KDC, MIDCO, CIP, BP BUILDERS, LMC WORK COMP INSURANCE, and NYLUND ELECTRIC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, UTILITIES, and INSURANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

How many active solicitations does City of Barnum have?

City of Barnum currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (769), Public Works (326), and Environmental Services (95). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.

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