City of Cambridge
Government Procurement, RFPs & Contracts
11 buying signals are open at City of Cambridge. See all of them free.
- At the July 13, 2026 meeting, commissioners asked for clearer signage at Honeysuckle Park to prohibit golf carts and motorcycles. The October 12, 2026 packet said staff was evaluating custom signs, with a minimum order of 6 at $24 each for a total of $144. The commission was asked to direct which sign should be added, so the item was still in planning and not yet purchased.
- Grant Submitted for Reforestation & Vegetation Management
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City of Cambridge: At the July 13, 2026 meeting, commissioners asked for clearer signage at Honeysuckle Park to prohibit golf carts and motorcycles. The October 12, 2026 packet said staff was evaluating custom signs, with a minimum order of 6 at $24 each for a total of $144. The commission was asked to direct which sign should be added, so the item was still in planning and not yet purchased.
Small planning item evaluating custom park regulatory signage.
City of Cambridge: Grant Submitted for Reforestation & Vegetation Management
A grant has been submitted for a $372,000 project involving buckthorn/ash removal and reforestation ...
City of Cambridge: City Sourcing Site Furnishings and Amenities for Cambridge Cove Park
The City of Cambridge is finalizing site prep for Cambridge Cove park and preparing to procure picni...
City of Cambridge: At its October 5, 2026 meeting the council authorized the Cambridge Police Department to enter a 10-year Axon Fleet plus Body-Worn Camera program. The package includes 17 body-worn cameras, 15 in-car systems, two VR kits, Fusus, cloud storage, and a Technology Assurance Plan. Total value is $650,943.73, with the first payment in 2027 and annual payments through 2036. Axon already holds State of Minnesota Contract No. 247327, so this is a decided platform win with follow-on implementation, training, and storage needs.
At its October 5, 2026 meeting the council authorized the Cambridge Police Department to enter a 10-year Axon Fleet plus Body-Worn Camera program. The package includes 17 body-worn cameras, 15 in-car systems, two VR kits, Fusus, cloud storage, and a Technology Assurance Plan. Total value is $650,943.73, with the first payment in 2027 and annual payments through 2036. Axon already holds State of Minnesota Contract No. 247327, so this is a decided platform win with follow-on implementation, training, and storage needs.
City of Cambridge: At its October 5, 2026 meeting the council approved enhanced cybersecurity monitoring using Blumira on devices not already covered. The proposal was driven by Jim Kritta, the city's IT consultant, and was intended to add constant monitoring, alerting, and automatic isolation for Priority 1 threats. The anticipated cost is $17,280 for 72 devices, with departments adjusting 2026 and 2027 budgets to absorb it. This is an implementation purchase, not an open RFP.
City approved cybersecurity monitoring software purchase, indicating potential implementation needs.
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- How do I become an approved vendor for City of Cambridge?
- Start by reviewing City of Cambridge's procurement guidelines and vendor registration. As a city in MN, they maintain an approved vendor list. There are 77 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 Cambridge?
- Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Public Safety (16), Utilities (15), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (12), 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 Cambridge publish RFPs?
- City of Cambridge publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from City of Cambridge. The most active RFP sectors are Public Safety, Utilities, Infrastructure & Maintenance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
- Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Cambridge?
- At City of Cambridge, 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 Bus Service, Place of Hope Ministries, A Place for You, New Pathways, and Aitkin County Hra. 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 77 decision-makers at City of Cambridge.
- What does City of Cambridge spend the most on?
- Based on 66 tracked contracts, City of Cambridge spends most on Public Safety (16), Utilities (15), Infrastructure & Maintenance (12), Public Works (12), and Capital Projects (11). Contract types include OTHER, FACILITIES, 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 Cambridge's current vendors?
- City of Cambridge currently works with vendors including CULTURE COLLECTIVE, LITTLE BLUE’S TRAVELING ZOO, BIG SHOTS, ABSOLUTE, AMERICAN HEARTLAND, JONAH & THE WHALES, GREAT RIVER GREENING, BAD JACK, RAGTOWN, and NORTHERN LIGHTS BOUNCE HOUSE RENTAL. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FACILITIES, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Cambridge have?
- City of Cambridge currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Public Safety (16), Utilities (15), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (12). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.
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