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City of Barry bids, RFPs and contracts

Minnesota
Latest contract
May 19, 2025
18 months ago
Contracts
444
296 vendors
Decision makers
9
Population
14

The 30-second brief

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: HERMEL for hermel Considered for City Pool Concessions (May 2025) and Hy-vee Inc. for hyVee Considered for City Pool Concessions (May 2025).

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Vendors and contracts

Who City of Barry buys from, taken from council records. 444 contracts with 296 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Barry

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

City of Barry currently works with 296 vendors across contract types including Service, Grant, and Construction. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 9 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 Barry?

Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Barry include Truman City Council Approves Key Infrastructure and Funding Measures, Truman City Council Meeting: Campground Expansion and Key Project Approvals, and Truman City Council Meeting Summary - April 7, 2025, 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 Barry publish RFPs?

City of Barry publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Barry?

At City of Barry, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 9 decision-makers at City of Barry.

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What does City of Barry spend the most on?

Based on 284 tracked contracts, City of Barry spends most on Capital Projects (122), Public Works (55), Grants (41), Public Safety (40), and Recreation & Community Services (26). Contract types include Service, Grant, and Construction. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Barry's current vendors?

City of Barry currently works with vendors including HERMEL, HY-VEE INC., PIPE SERVICES, YMCA, WASHINGTON COUNTY, TAYLOR FAMILY FARMS FOUNDATION, GARY PAHL CONSTRUCTION, BENTELE LAWN, APADANA ENERGY, and INSITUFORM TECHNOLOGIES USA. These vendors span contract types like Service, Grant, and Construction. 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 Barry working on?

Based on 6 tracked meetings, City of Barry is actively discussing: Truman City Council Approves Key Infrastructure and Funding Measures, Truman City Council Meeting: Campground Expansion and Key Project Approvals, Truman City Council Meeting Summary - April 7, 2025, City of Truman Council Meeting Highlights, and Truman City Council Meeting: Key Decisions and Commercial Implications. 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.

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