City of Stillwater bids, RFPs and contracts
Stillwater, MinnesotaPop. 19,354 · stillwatermn.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 93
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Oct 28
- Contracts
- 3,942
- 1,992 vendors
The 30-second brief
93 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Stillwater's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and transportation. The latest, from Oct 20: The council agenda scheduled preparation of a feasibility study for the 2027 Street Improvement Project. The item was not yet decided in this agenda, so the next real decision point was the October 20, 2026 council vote. This is an early planning signal for street capital work and related design, engineering, and project support.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
1+ open RFP, the next due Oct 28. Latest awards: Miller Excavating Inc ($15,385.00, Oct 2026) and Urban Sdk (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Stillwater's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Stillwater is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Stillwater buys from, taken from council records. 3,942 contracts with 1,992 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Stillwater.
Questions about City of Stillwater
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Stillwater?
City of Stillwater currently works with 1,992 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 53 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 Stillwater?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Stillwater include City of Stillwater — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Stillwater — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Stillwater Energy Action Plan Targets Business Energy Efficiency, 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 Stillwater publish RFPs?
City of Stillwater publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 19 solicitations from City of Stillwater. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Stillwater?
At City of Stillwater, 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 Fire, Public Works, Administration, Police, and Library. 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 53 decision-makers at City of Stillwater.
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What does City of Stillwater spend the most on?
Based on 5,490 tracked contracts, City of Stillwater spends most on Capital Projects (3,194), Public Works (1,184), Environmental Services (451), Grants (349), and Recreation & Community Services (312). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Stillwater's current vendors?
City of Stillwater currently works with vendors including MILLER EXCAVATING INC, URBAN SDK, KRAFT CONTRACTING & MECHANICAL LLC, WW GOETSCH ASSOCIATED INC, MNDOT, KRAEMER NORTH AMERICA LLC, FLEX-O-SWEEP DBA ELEMENT IRONWORKS, and ACOUSTICS ASSOCIATES INC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. 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 Stillwater working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, City of Stillwater is actively discussing: City of Stillwater — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Stillwater — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Stillwater Energy Action Plan Targets Business Energy Efficiency, Stillwater Approves CUP for Cannabis Retail at 1754 Washington Ave, and Stillwater Planning Commission Approves Variance for 505 3rd St S Project. 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 Stillwater have?
City of Stillwater currently has 19 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,194), Public Works (1,184), and Environmental Services (451). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.