City of Manistee bids, RFPs and contracts
Manistee, MichiganPop. 6,157 · manisteemi.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 20 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 83
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 51
- Contracts
- 7,758
- 1,870 vendors
The 30-second brief
83 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Manistee's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Oct 14: Downtown Holiday Garland and Bow Procurement Approval.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: North Channel Investors L for brownfield Authority Pays North Channel Investors ($80,162.95, Oct 2026) and Orchard Market for DDA Approves Corrected Orchard Market Invoice ($204.69, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Manistee's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Manistee has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Manistee buys from, taken from council records. 7,758 contracts with 1,870 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Manistee.
Questions about City of Manistee
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Manistee?
City of Manistee currently works with 1,870 vendors across contract types including OTHER, SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 56 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 Manistee?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Manistee include City of Manistee — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Manistee — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Manistee — 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 Manistee publish RFPs?
City of Manistee publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 51 solicitations from City of Manistee. 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 Manistee?
At City of Manistee, 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 Community Development, Fire, Parks & Recreation, 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 56 decision-makers at City of Manistee.
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What does City of Manistee spend the most on?
Based on 4,077 tracked contracts, City of Manistee spends most on Capital Projects (2,116), Public Works (669), Grants (590), Parks & Recreation (373), and Environmental Services (329). Contract types include OTHER, SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_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 Manistee's current vendors?
City of Manistee currently works with vendors including NORTH CHANNEL INVESTORS L, ORCHARD MARKET, FISHBECK, THOMPSON, CARR &, SPICER GROUP, RIVER PARC PLACE II LLC, KINCAID BUILDING GROUP, TRIDONN, MANISTEE INTERMEDIATE SCHO, JUNIPER NORTHERN PROPERTIES, and MCQUILLEN, ANDY. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_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 Manistee working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, City of Manistee is actively discussing: City of Manistee — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Manistee — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Manistee — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Manistee Housing Commission Regular Meeting Summary, December 18, 2025, and Manistee City Council Meeting: Funding, Zoning, & Master Plan Review. 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 Manistee have?
City of Manistee currently has 51 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,116), Public Works (669), and Grants (590). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.