Grand Forks County bids, RFPs and contracts
Grand Forks, North DakotaPop. 74,501 · gfcounty.nd.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 103
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 11
- Contracts
- 13,286
- 2,532 vendors
The 30-second brief
103 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Grand Forks County's meetings, most in information technology and public safety. The latest, from Oct 21: Drone Pad Underground Electrical and Transformer Extension.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: GUARDIAN for county to Consider Guardian Contract Renewal (Oct 2026) and Scram Master for county to Consider Scram Master Agreement Renewal (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Grand Forks County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Grand Forks County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Grand Forks County buys from, taken from council records. 13,286 contracts with 2,532 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Grand Forks County.
Questions about Grand Forks County
How do I become an approved vendor for Grand Forks County?
Grand Forks County currently works with 2,532 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 79 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 Grand Forks County?
Small purchases under ND's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Grand Forks County include Grand Forks County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Grand Forks County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Grand Forks County — 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 Grand Forks County publish RFPs?
Grand Forks County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ND's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from Grand Forks County. 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 Grand Forks County?
At Grand Forks County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Human Services, Community Development, Coroner, and Juvenile Court. 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 79 decision-makers at Grand Forks County.
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What does Grand Forks County spend the most on?
Based on 2,594 tracked contracts, Grand Forks County spends most on Capital Projects (1,675), Grants (395), Public Works (280), Public Safety (133), and Public Services (111). Contract types include OTHER, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Grand Forks County's current vendors?
Grand Forks County currently works with vendors including GUARDIAN, SCRAM MASTER, GRAND SKY, NDDOT, NELSON CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM OF GRAND FORKS, BCBS, and NDPERS. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, and INSURANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Grand Forks County working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, Grand Forks County is actively discussing: Grand Forks County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Grand Forks County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Grand Forks County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Grand Forks County: US2 Roundabout Endorsed, Safety Initiatives Advanced, and Brookstone Apartments PILOT Incentive Approved Amidst Housing Debate. 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 Grand Forks County have?
Grand Forks County currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,675), Grants (395), and Public Works (280). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ND's state portal, and other sources.