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City of Faribault bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Faribault logoFaribault, Minnesota
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 28, 2026
6 days ago
Pre-RFPs
239
20+ in the last 30 days
Open bids
3+
Next due Nov 4
Contracts
11,037
2,745 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

239 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Faribault's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 28: Parks & Rec Creating Facilities Division for Asset Management.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: INSPECTRON for faribault Recommends Continuing Inspectron Building Services ($90,000 currently budgeted; $65,000 additional proposed, Oct 2026) and Dimassis, Nick for library Board Plans Strategic Workshop With Consultant (Oct 2026).

239 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 28

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Faribault is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Faribault buys from, taken from council records. 11,037 contracts with 2,745 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Faribault

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

City of Faribault currently works with 2,745 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, TECHNOLOGY, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 67 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 Faribault?

Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Faribault include City of Faribault — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Faribault — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Faribault — 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 Faribault publish RFPs?

City of Faribault publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 111 solicitations from City of Faribault. 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 Faribault?

At City of Faribault, 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 Parks & Recreation, City Council, Community Development, Administration, and Public Works. 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 67 decision-makers at City of Faribault.

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What does City of Faribault spend the most on?

Based on 5,002 tracked contracts, City of Faribault spends most on Capital Projects (3,130), Public Works (716), Grants (588), Environmental Services (289), and Administration & Finance (279). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, TECHNOLOGY, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, 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 Faribault's current vendors?

City of Faribault currently works with vendors including INSPECTRON, DIMASSIS, NICK, ON-SITE COMPUTERS, LESTER PROPERTIES LLC, MC KINSTRY, EHLERS, RICE COUNTY HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, FAREWAY STORES INC, and MFC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, TECHNOLOGY, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, 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 Faribault working on?

Based on 23 tracked meetings, City of Faribault is actively discussing: City of Faribault — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Faribault — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Faribault — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Faribault, MN Capital Improvement Plan (2026-2030) - Business Summary, and Faribault Planning Commission Approves Variances & Conditional Use. 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 Faribault have?

City of Faribault currently has 111 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,130), Public Works (716), and Grants (588). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.

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