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North Dakota Public Service Commission bids, RFPs and contracts

Bismarck, North Dakota
Latest pre-RFP
Aug 12, 2026
3 months ago
Pre-RFPs
1
Contracts
60
36 vendors
Population
799,358

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

1 pre-RFP (projects, hiring and grants) found in North Dakota Public Service Commission's meetings, most in utilities. The latest, from Aug 12: At its August 12, 2026 meeting, the Commission adopted the Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Order for Minnesota Power's 202.5 MW Longspur Wind Project and the Longspur Wind 230 kV transmission line. The decision approved the siting applications unanimously. This confirms the utility-scale wind build and related transmission work are moving ahead.

Where the money goes

Utilities leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Environmental Services and Transportation.

How they buy

Latest awards: Northern States Power Company for northern States Power 2027 renewable cost recovery review (Oct 2026) and Rtc Networks for RTC Networks exchange boundary and billing review (Oct 2026).

Latest pre-RFP Aug 12

1 pre-RFP tracked at North Dakota Public Service Commission. Get ones like it, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in North Dakota Public Service Commission's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Vendors and contracts

Who North Dakota Public Service Commission buys from, taken from council records. 60 contracts with 36 vendors.

Questions about North Dakota Public Service Commission

How do I become an approved vendor for North Dakota Public Service Commission?

North Dakota Public Service Commission currently works with 36 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.

How do I win a contract with North Dakota Public Service Commission?

Small purchases under ND's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Utilities (24), Environmental Services (9), and Transportation (4), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 North Dakota Public Service Commission publish RFPs?

North Dakota Public Service Commission publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ND's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at North Dakota Public Service Commission?

At North Dakota Public Service Commission, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.

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What does North Dakota Public Service Commission spend the most on?

Based on 39 tracked contracts, North Dakota Public Service Commission spends most on Utilities (24), Environmental Services (9), Transportation (4), Capital Projects (1), and Communications (1). Contract types include UTILITIES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are North Dakota Public Service Commission's current vendors?

North Dakota Public Service Commission currently works with vendors including NORTHERN STATES POWER COMPANY, RTC NETWORKS, OTTER TAIL POWER COMPANY, TEMPO TELECOM LLC, RED RIVER RURAL TELEPHONE ASSOCIATION, CONSOLIDATED TELCOM, FLICKERTAIL SOLAR PROJECT LLC, and DAKOTA GASIFICATION COMPANY. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

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