City of St. Paul bids, RFPs and contracts
NebraskaPop. 2,416 · stpaulnebraska.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 83
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 9
- None open now
- Contracts
- 18,931
- 3,323 vendors
The 30-second brief
83 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of St. Paul's meetings, most in public safety and information technology. The latest, from Oct 19: Resolution 2026-08 placed a stop sign at the intersection of 3rd Street and O Street, requiring southbound traffic to stop. The council had already determined the location and traffic-control change. The work is small, but it still points to a specific sign purchase and installation need.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Construction and Public Works.
Latest awards: Business Telecommunications Systems (Bts) for st. Paul Considers BTS Telephone Service Proposal (Oct 2026) and Howard County (Sheriff's Office) for howard County Sheriff's Office Bids on City Vehicle ($12,000, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of St. Paul's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of St. Paul has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of St. Paul buys from, taken from council records. 18,931 contracts with 3,323 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of St. Paul.
Questions about City of St. Paul
How do I become an approved vendor for City of St. Paul?
City of St. Paul currently works with 3,323 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, and LICENSE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 14 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 St. Paul?
Small purchases under NE's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of St. Paul include City of St. Paul — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of St. Paul — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and St. Paul City Council Meeting: Tower Agreement, Courts, and Taxes, 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 St. Paul publish RFPs?
City of St. Paul publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NE's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 9 solicitations from City of St. Paul. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Construction, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of St. Paul?
At City of St. Paul, 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 St. Paul Development Corporation / Economic Development, Fire, and Administration. 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 14 decision-makers at City of St. Paul.
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What does City of St. Paul spend the most on?
Based on 2,861 tracked contracts, City of St. Paul spends most on Capital Projects (1,252), Construction (624), Public Works (414), Grants (291), and Real Estate (280). Contract types include UTILITIES, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, and LICENSE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of St. Paul's current vendors?
City of St. Paul currently works with vendors including BUSINESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS (BTS), HOWARD COUNTY (SHERIFF'S OFFICE), CLEARLY, ST. PAUL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, and WILDIX. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, and LICENSE. 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 St. Paul working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, City of St. Paul is actively discussing: City of St. Paul — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of St. Paul — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), St. Paul City Council Meeting: Tower Agreement, Courts, and Taxes, St. Paul City Council Meeting: Woodgate Appointed, Utility Rates, Budget Items, and City Council Meeting Summary: Approvals, Finances, and Community. 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 St. Paul have?
City of St. Paul currently has 9 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,252), Construction (624), and Public Works (414). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NE's state portal, and other sources.