State of North Dakota bids, RFPs and contracts
Bismarck, North DakotaPop. 799,358 · nd.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 23, 2026
- 41 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 6
- Open bids
- 2
- Next due Nov 3
- Contracts
- 106
- 82 vendors
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6 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in State of North Dakota's meetings, most in education & training and utilities. The latest, from Sep 23: High-Voltage Transmission Line Project Moves Forward.
Environmental Services leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Public Health.
2 open RFPs, the next due Nov 3. Latest awards: Montana-dakota Utilities Company for commission Approves Badger Wind Financial Guaranty (Sep 2026) and Doe's Energy Information Administration for PSC report references federal energy data source (Jun 2026).
6 pre-RFPs tracked at State of North Dakota. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in State of North Dakota's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations State of North Dakota is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who State of North Dakota buys from, taken from council records. 106 contracts with 82 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at State of North Dakota.
Questions about State of North Dakota
How do I become an approved vendor for State of North Dakota?
State of North Dakota currently works with 82 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 5 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 State of North Dakota?
Small purchases under ND's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Environmental Services (65), Capital Projects (20), and Public Health (7), 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 State of North Dakota publish RFPs?
State of North Dakota publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ND's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 5 solicitations from State of North Dakota. The most active RFP sectors are Environmental Services, Capital Projects, Public Health. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at State of North Dakota?
At State of North Dakota, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include NDDOT Planning/Asset Management Division, Rail Section, Office of Academic Support, North Dakota Department of Public Instruction, and North Dakota Department of Public Instruction. 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 5 decision-makers at State of North Dakota.
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What does State of North Dakota spend the most on?
Based on 101 tracked contracts, State of North Dakota spends most on Environmental Services (65), Capital Projects (20), Public Health (7), Utilities (5), and Education & Training (4). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are State of North Dakota's current vendors?
State of North Dakota currently works with vendors including MONTANA-DAKOTA UTILITIES COMPANY, DOE'S ENERGY INFORMATION ADMINISTRATION, KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION, WESTMORELAND BEULAH MINING LLC, PELHAM, ZACHARY, VALLEY PETROLEUM EQUIPMENT INC, JL INSPECTIONS LLC, MIDWEST PUMP & TANK, and HOBBS INC. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and LEGAL. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does State of North Dakota have?
State of North Dakota currently has 5 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Environmental Services (65), Capital Projects (20), and Public Health (7). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ND's state portal, and other sources.