City of Missoula bids, RFPs and contracts
Missoula, MontanaPop. 78,903 · ci.missoula.mt.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 430
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Oct 29
- Contracts
- 6,609
- 1,773 vendors
The 30-second brief
430 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Missoula's meetings, most in capital projects and transportation. The latest, from Oct 21: At its September 2, 2026 meeting, the council adopted an updated Complete Streets Policy and directed staff to implement it. The update aligned city street design priorities with the new Unified Development Code and Standards and Specifications Manual, including housing, sidewalks, boulevards, trees, bike lanes, parking, driveways, stormwater, and green infrastructure. No contract value was stated, but the policy change shapes future street and right-of-way work across the city. The city also set up a follow-on review process for staff questions and council feedback.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Transportation and Parks & Recreation.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Oct 29. Latest awards: ERM for missoula Approves ERM Biofiltration Services Agreement (Cost not to exceed $70,930.00, Oct 2026) and Met Automation & Controls (Not to exceed $1,042,739.16, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Missoula's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Missoula is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Missoula buys from, taken from council records. 6,609 contracts with 1,773 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Missoula.
Questions about City of Missoula
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Missoula?
City of Missoula currently works with 1,773 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 503 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 Missoula?
Small purchases under MT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Missoula include City of Missoula — 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 Missoula publish RFPs?
City of Missoula publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 475 solicitations from City of Missoula. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Transportation, Parks & Recreation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Missoula?
At City of Missoula, 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 Municipal Court, and Fire. 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 503 decision-makers at City of Missoula.
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What does City of Missoula spend the most on?
Based on 14,864 tracked contracts, City of Missoula spends most on Capital Projects (5,884), Transportation (2,817), Parks & Recreation (2,784), Public Works (2,334), and Grants (1,045). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Missoula's current vendors?
City of Missoula currently works with vendors including ERM, MET AUTOMATION & CONTROLS, NORTHWESTERN CORPORATION DBA NORTHWESTERN ENERGY, MISSOULA AGING SERVICES, NORTHWESTERN ENERGY, and METAL WORKS OF MONTANA. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, and OTHER. 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 Missoula working on?
Based on 1 tracked meeting, City of Missoula is actively discussing: City of Missoula — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026). 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 Missoula have?
City of Missoula currently has 475 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (5,884), Transportation (2,817), and Parks & Recreation (2,784). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MT's state portal, and other sources.