Town of Bristol bids, RFPs and contracts
South DakotaPop. 31 · bristolsd.com- Latest contract
- Nov 6, 2023
- 2 years ago
- Contracts
- 250
- 85 vendors
- Population
- 31
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: USDA for USDA Lagoon Loan Payment Approved ($568.00, Nov 2023) and Sdml Workers Comp for workers’ Compensation Dues Payment Approved ($3,231.00, Nov 2023).
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Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Bristol buys from, taken from council records. 250 contracts with 85 vendors.
Questions about Town of Bristol
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Bristol?
Town of Bristol currently works with 85 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and TECHNOLOGY. 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 Town of Bristol?
Small purchases under SD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (10), Public Works (5), and Environmental Services (2), 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 Town of Bristol publish RFPs?
Town of Bristol publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SD's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Bristol?
At Town of Bristol, 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 Town of Bristol spend the most on?
Based on 19 tracked contracts, Town of Bristol spends most on Capital Projects (10), Public Works (5), Environmental Services (2), Community Events & Activities (1), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (1). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Bristol's current vendors?
Town of Bristol currently works with vendors including USDA, SDML WORKERS COMP, DAKOTA PUMP & CONTROL, REPORTER&FARMER, RC WHOLESALE, QUICKBOOKS, DAKOTA WASTE, BADC, JAMES VALLEY, and MINN-DAK FIRE & SAFETY. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.