City of Kalispell bids, RFPs and contracts
Kalispell, MontanaPop. 31,851 · kalispell.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- Today
- Pre-RFPs
- 296
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 13
- Contracts
- 399
- 233 vendors
The 30-second brief
296 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Kalispell's meetings, most in capital projects and parks & recreation. The latest, from Oct 27: The Architectural Review Committee will review KFD 63 at 490 Mountain Vista Way for a new fire station. This is a design and site-review signal, not an award, and it shows the city is still moving the facility through early approvals. A vendor focused on public safety facilities, architecture, or construction support would want to follow the review outcome and any next-step plan for the station.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 13. Latest awards: Swt Engineering for SWT Engineering Supports Kalispell Biosolids Demonstration (Oct 2026) and Flathead County Landfill for kalispell Reviews Flathead Biosolids Landfill Demonstration (Special handling fees: $100.00 for 0–6.0 tons, $200.00 for 6.01–12.0 tons, and $300.00 for 12.01–18.0 tons, plus standard disposal fees, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Kalispell's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Kalispell is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Kalispell buys from, taken from council records. 399 contracts with 233 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Kalispell.
Questions about City of Kalispell
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Kalispell?
City of Kalispell currently works with 233 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 70 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 Kalispell?
Small purchases under MT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Kalispell include City of Kalispell — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Kalispell — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Kalispell — 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 Kalispell publish RFPs?
City of Kalispell publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 444 solicitations from City of Kalispell. 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 Kalispell?
At City of Kalispell, 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 City Clerk, Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District, Public Works, Parks & Recreation, and City Council. 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 70 decision-makers at City of Kalispell.
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What does City of Kalispell spend the most on?
Based on 1,723 tracked contracts, City of Kalispell spends most on Capital Projects (1,243), Public Works (236), Public Safety (106), Grants (77), and Environmental Services (61). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, 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 Kalispell's current vendors?
City of Kalispell currently works with vendors including SWT ENGINEERING, FLATHEAD COUNTY LANDFILL, FLATHEAD COUNTY SOLID WASTE DISTRICT (FCSWD), JOE JOHNSON EQUIPMENT, MISSOULA I-STATE TRUCK CENTER, DUVAL FORD, MONTANA BOARD OF INVESTMENTS, MISSOULA PETERBILT, KNUDTSEN CHEVROLET, and PHILADELPHIA INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, 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 Kalispell working on?
Based on 24 tracked meetings, City of Kalispell is actively discussing: City of Kalispell — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Kalispell — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Kalispell — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Kalispell Site Development Review: Harris Financial Project Comments, and Kalispell City Council Meeting Summary: AWWTP Upgrades & Zoning Changes. 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 Kalispell have?
City of Kalispell currently has 444 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,243), Public Works (236), and Public Safety (106). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MT's state portal, and other sources.