City of Dickinson bids, RFPs and contracts
Dickinson, North DakotaPop. 25,870 · dickinsongov.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 150
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 94
- Contracts
- 1,992
- 775 vendors
The 30-second brief
150 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Dickinson's meetings, most in capital projects and public works. The latest, from Oct 20: The agenda scheduled consideration of the Taplands Addition final major plat at the October 20, 2026 meeting. It was presented by Engineer and Community Development Director Skluzacek, which shows an active land-development approval path rather than a city purchase. The plat is relevant because it can trigger downstream engineering, utility, and construction work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Barr Engineering for dickinson Commission to Consider Barr Engineering Amendment (Oct 2026) and SCHWARTZ for schwartz Considered for Dickinson Snow Removal Services (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Dickinson's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Dickinson has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Dickinson buys from, taken from council records. 1,992 contracts with 775 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Dickinson.
Questions about City of Dickinson
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Dickinson?
City of Dickinson currently works with 775 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 59 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 Dickinson?
Small purchases under ND's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Dickinson include City of Dickinson — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Dickinson — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Dickinson — 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 Dickinson publish RFPs?
City of Dickinson publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ND's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 94 solicitations from City of Dickinson. 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 Dickinson?
At City of Dickinson, 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 59 decision-makers at City of Dickinson.
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What does City of Dickinson spend the most on?
Based on 2,181 tracked contracts, City of Dickinson spends most on Capital Projects (1,398), Public Works (511), Environmental Services (95), Grants (93), and Professional Services (84). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Dickinson's current vendors?
City of Dickinson currently works with vendors including BARR ENGINEERING, SCHWARTZ, COMMERCE BANK, STARK COUNTY, ENETEK LLC, ROCK SOLID, and SCHNEIDER, JOHN. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and TECHNOLOGY. 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 Dickinson working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, City of Dickinson is actively discussing: City of Dickinson — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Dickinson — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Dickinson — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), City Commission Meeting Summary: Rezoning, Contracts, and Approvals, and Dickinson Planning & Zoning: Subdivision, Rezoning, & Parking Decisions. 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 Dickinson have?
City of Dickinson currently has 94 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,398), Public Works (511), and Environmental Services (95). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ND's state portal, and other sources.