City of Blair bids, RFPs and contracts
Blair, NebraskaPop. 7,997 · blairnebraska.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 30, 2026
- 34 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 240
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Dec 31
- Contracts
- 8,215
- 1,641 vendors
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240 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Blair's meetings, most in transportation and utilities. The latest, from Sep 30: The water utility shows "11-110-5558 WTP EXPANSION" with $25,000 in the current amended budget and a project-coded line "11-110-5558-2022-0001 WTP EXPANSION" with $475,000 budgeted and $1,863,727.95 spent by September 30, 2026. The mix of current and project-coded activity shows the water treatment plant expansion was underway and still carrying current-year funding. That is strong follow-on intelligence for plant equipment, controls, electrical, and construction support vendors.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
1+ open RFP, the next due Dec 31. Latest awards: City of Blair, Nebraska for blair Airport Awards Maintenance Agreement to City ($6,500.00 annual flat fee, plus separately invoiced reimbursement for materials, fuel, consumables, repairs, replacement parts, and equipment damages, Oct 2026) and Relx Inc for blair Approves RELX Information Services Invoice ($310.00, Sep 2026).
240 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Blair. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Blair's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Blair is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Blair buys from, taken from council records. 8,215 contracts with 1,641 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Blair.
Questions about City of Blair
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Blair?
City of Blair currently works with 1,641 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, LICENSE, CONSULTING, SUPPLIES, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 163 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 Blair?
Small purchases under NE's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Blair include City of Blair — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Blair — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Blair — 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 Blair publish RFPs?
City of Blair publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NE's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from City of Blair. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Blair?
At City of Blair, 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 Administration, City Council, Police, Utilities, and Fire. 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 163 decision-makers at City of Blair.
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What does City of Blair spend the most on?
Based on 2,164 tracked contracts, City of Blair spends most on Capital Projects (1,372), Public Works (255), Public Safety (245), Utilities (153), and Information Technology (139). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, LICENSE, CONSULTING, SUPPLIES, 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 Blair's current vendors?
City of Blair currently works with vendors including CITY OF BLAIR, NEBRASKA, RELX INC, COMPLETE TACTICAL CONSULTANTS, SECURITY EQUIPMENT INC, POUNDS PRINTING INC, GUARDIAN LIFE INS COMPANY, HACH COMPANY, MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, STREAKWAVE WIRELESS INC, and AMERICAN FENCE COMPANY LLC. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, LICENSE, CONSULTING, SUPPLIES, and INSURANCE. 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 Blair working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, City of Blair is actively discussing: City of Blair — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Blair — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Blair — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Blair City Council Approves Funding, Rezoning & Economic Development Plan, and Blair City Council Discusses FY26 Budget and Department Funding Priorities. 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 Blair have?
City of Blair currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,372), Public Works (255), and Public Safety (245). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NE's state portal, and other sources.