City of Northfield bids, RFPs and contracts
Northfield, MinnesotaPop. 21,992 · northfieldmn.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 219
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Oct 28
- Contracts
- 2,338
- 972 vendors
The 30-second brief
219 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Northfield's meetings, most in capital projects and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 21: On October 21, 2026, NTAC considered forming a stakeholder committee for MnDOT's 2032 TH 3 bridge over the Cannon River, 2033 TH 3 bridge over the railroad, and 2034 TH 19 bridge over the Cannon River. The packet says MnDOT is in preliminary design and scoping, and it names future corridor work around walking, biking, and local access. The city still needs community input before the bridge projects advance.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Oct 28. Latest awards: Merchant Mcintyre & Associates Ll for northfield Approves October Consultant Retainer ($10,000.00, Oct 2026) and County Line Materials Inc for northfield Purchases Class A Gravel ($114.16, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Northfield's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Northfield is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Northfield buys from, taken from council records. 2,338 contracts with 972 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Northfield.
Questions about City of Northfield
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Northfield?
City of Northfield currently works with 972 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 149 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 Northfield?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Northfield include City of Northfield — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Northfield — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Northfield — 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 Northfield publish RFPs?
City of Northfield publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 195 solicitations from City of Northfield. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Northfield?
At City of Northfield, 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 Public Works, and Human Resources. 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 149 decision-makers at City of Northfield.
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What does City of Northfield spend the most on?
Based on 2,119 tracked contracts, City of Northfield spends most on Capital Projects (1,237), Grants (297), Public Works (236), Transportation (188), and Environmental Services (161). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, 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 Northfield's current vendors?
City of Northfield currently works with vendors including MERCHANT MCINTYRE & ASSOCIATES LL, COUNTY LINE MATERIALS INC, ALL AMERICAN ARENA PRODUCTS, NORTHFIELD CURBSIDE COMPOSTING, LAWSON PRODUCTS INC, ICON LLC, DEMCO INC, BELSON OUTDOORS LLC, DOUG'S AUTO SERVICE, and MILLERSBERG. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, 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 Northfield working on?
Based on 13 tracked meetings, City of Northfield is actively discussing: City of Northfield — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Northfield — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Northfield — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Northfield EDA Meeting: Development Projects, Contracts, and Business Guide, and Northfield City Council Meeting Summary: Key Decisions & Opportunities. 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 Northfield have?
City of Northfield currently has 195 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,237), Grants (297), and Public Works (236). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.