RM of Macdonald bids, RFPs and contracts
Sanford, MBPop. 8,120 · rmofmacdonald.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 7
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 203
- 161 vendors
- Population
- 8,120
The 30-second brief
7 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in RM of Macdonald's meetings, most in professional services and equipment. The latest, from Oct 14: By-Law No. 3/26 would amend By-Law 18-24 for the LIP La Salle Indoor Arena Project, and the agenda shows it was at second reading. This is a funding and capital-planning signal for the arena project, not a finished procurement. The relevant sales angle is a future funded capital build or upgrade path tied to the local improvement plan (LIP).
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Prairie By-law Enforcement Ltd for macdonald Considers Prairie By-Law Enforcement Renewal (Oct 2026) and Halstead, Sandra Carol for RM Macdonald Considers Halstead Development Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in RM of Macdonald's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who RM of Macdonald buys from, taken from council records. 203 contracts with 161 vendors.
Questions about RM of Macdonald
How do I become an approved vendor for RM of Macdonald?
RM of Macdonald currently works with 161 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSULTING, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. 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 RM of Macdonald?
Small purchases under MB's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (177), Public Works (41), and Environmental Services (24), 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 RM of Macdonald publish RFPs?
RM of Macdonald publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MB's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at RM of Macdonald?
At RM of Macdonald, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 RM of Macdonald spend the most on?
Based on 286 tracked contracts, RM of Macdonald spends most on Capital Projects (177), Public Works (41), Environmental Services (24), Equipment (23), and Information Technology (21). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSULTING, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are RM of Macdonald's current vendors?
RM of Macdonald currently works with vendors including PRAIRIE BY-LAW ENFORCEMENT LTD, HALSTEAD, SANDRA CAROL, QUALICO DEVELOPMENTS (WINNIPEG) LTD, PRAIRIE BY-LAW ENFORCEMENT LTD (PBLE), WAY TO GO CONSULTING INC, WSP, HALTON RECYCLING LTD DBA EMTERRA ENVIRONMENTAL, MB TRANSPORTATION & INFRASTRUCTURE (MTI), and WOLSELEY CANADA INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSULTING, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.