Town of Ora bids, RFPs and contracts
North DakotaPop. 46 · nelsonco.org/government/cities_townships.php- Latest contract
- Jul 21, 2025
- 15 months ago
- Contracts
- 157
- 90 vendors
- Decision makers
- 5
- Population
- 46
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Jim Dahlman for city engineer for Horace Improvement Districts (Jul 2025) and Heritage Homes for heritage Homes Paving Request Approved for Sunset Valley (Jul 2025).
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Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Ora buys from, taken from council records. 157 contracts with 90 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Ora.
Questions about Town of Ora
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Ora?
Town of Ora currently works with 90 vendors across contract types including Engineering, Paving, Legal, Service, and Engineering Services. 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 Town of Ora?
Small purchases under ND's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Ora include Horace City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Ordinances, and Budget Review, Horace City Council Meeting: Budget, Zoning, and Infrastructure Focus, and Horace City Council Considers Budget, Infrastructure, and Development, 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 Town of Ora publish RFPs?
Town of Ora 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 Town of Ora?
At Town of Ora, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Municipal Court, Public Works, Administration, and Assessor. 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 Town of Ora.
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What does Town of Ora spend the most on?
Based on 323 tracked contracts, Town of Ora spends most on Capital Projects (195), Public Works (101), Environmental Services (10), Grants (10), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (7). Contract types include Engineering, Paving, Legal, Service, and Engineering Services. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Ora's current vendors?
Town of Ora currently works with vendors including JIM DAHLMAN, HERITAGE HOMES, LUKAS CROAKER, CASS RURAL WATER USERS DISTRICT, SPARKS WEST FARGO HOCKEY, CASS COUNTY SHERIFF OFFICE, and THOR BUILDINGS. These vendors span contract types like Engineering, Paving, Legal, Service, and Engineering Services. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Town of Ora working on?
Based on 3 tracked meetings, Town of Ora is actively discussing: Horace City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Ordinances, and Budget Review, Horace City Council Meeting: Budget, Zoning, and Infrastructure Focus, and Horace City Council Considers Budget, Infrastructure, and Development. 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.