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City of Ellendale bids, RFPs and contracts

North Dakota
Latest pre-RFP
Apr 13, 2026
6 months ago
Pre-RFPs
2
Bids and RFPs
16
Contracts
7,669
1,180 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

2 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Ellendale's meetings, most in capital projects. The latest, from Apr 13: City upgrading outdated phone system.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: Border States Paving for ellendale Awards $6.9M Street Project Contract ($6.9 million, May 2026) and American Legion for alcohol Beverage Permit Approved for American Legion (May 2026).

Latest pre-RFP Apr 13

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Recent bids and RFPs

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

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Ellendale buys from, taken from council records. 7,669 contracts with 1,180 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Ellendale

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

City of Ellendale currently works with 1,180 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 36 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 Ellendale?

Small purchases under ND's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Ellendale include City of Ellendale — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ellendale City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Funding, and Growth Discussed, and Ellendale Approves Rural Grocery Store Grant; Addresses Meeting Concerns, 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 Ellendale publish RFPs?

City of Ellendale publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ND's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 16 solicitations from City of Ellendale. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Ellendale?

At City of Ellendale, 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 Ellendale Pharmacy, Ellendale Chiropractic Clinic, Administration, Furniture/flooring, and Human Services. 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 36 decision-makers at City of Ellendale.

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What does City of Ellendale spend the most on?

Based on 2,081 tracked contracts, City of Ellendale spends most on Capital Projects (1,205), Public Works (587), Grants (152), Environmental Services (95), and Public Notices & Legal Advertising (42). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Ellendale's current vendors?

City of Ellendale currently works with vendors including BORDER STATES PAVING, AMERICAN LEGION, FLAHERTY, DONALD, BCBS OF ND, 281 REPAIR, ELLENDALE PARK BOARD, USDA - RD, MAYOR, and ELLENDALE MOTOR VEHICLE. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. 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 Ellendale working on?

Based on 6 tracked meetings, City of Ellendale is actively discussing: City of Ellendale — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ellendale City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Funding, and Growth Discussed, Ellendale Approves Rural Grocery Store Grant; Addresses Meeting Concerns, City Council Approves Chicken Permit, Mosquito Control, & Digital Agreement, and Ellendale City Council Approves Street Project and Preliminary Budget. 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 Ellendale have?

City of Ellendale currently has 16 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,205), Public Works (587), and Grants (152). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ND's state portal, and other sources.

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