Barnes County, North Dakota: bids, projects and agencies
- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 23, 2026
- City of Valley
- Agencies
- 102
- City, Special District, School
- Pre-RFP stage
- 1
- Heading to bid
- Pre-RFPs
- 12
12 projects are in motion in Barnes County. Get the ones that fit you.
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Most activity in Barnes County is in Capital Projects, Infrastructure & Maintenance and Public Safety.
The most active buyers are City of Valley and Barnes County.
Of the projects listed, 10 are contract awards and 1 is grant funding.
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Questions about Barnes County
How do I find government contracts in Barnes County, North Dakota?
There are 12 tracked government projects across 102 agencies in Barnes County, North Dakota. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (4,454), Public Works (1,317), Grants (710), Administration & Finance (483), and Environmental Services (451). In the last 90 days alone, 9 agencies posted 1,219 new projects. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFPs from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts — all in one place.
What types of agencies issue RFPs in Barnes County?
Barnes County has 102 government agencies spanning 11 types: City, Special District, School, Fire District, Airport Authority, City Department, County, County Department, Higher Ed, Local Housing Authority, and Utility District. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are City of Valley (City, 3,168 projects), Valley City Public School District 2 (School, 1,552 projects), Hope-Page Public School District 85 (School, 1,257 projects).
How do I bid on Barnes County government projects?
To bid on government projects in Barnes County, North Dakota, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in ND publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, Barnes County has 2,028 pre-RFPs — projects that haven't been formally bid yet. The key advantage is getting in early — pre-RFPs from board meetings can surface 6–18 months before RFPs go live, giving you time to build relationships while projects are still being scoped.
What sectors are most active in Barnes County?
Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Barnes County are Capital Projects (4,454), Public Works (1,317), Grants (710), Administration & Finance (483), and Environmental Services (451). Across all sectors, Barnes County has 2,823 contract awards and 641 active opportunities on record. Detailed breakdowns by sector, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics.
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Who are the key decision-makers in Barnes County?
Procurement decisions in Barnes County are made by individual agency leaders — city managers, district managers, school superintendents, and county administrators, and department heads. Each of the 102 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Barnes County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.
Which agencies are most active in Barnes County?
The most active government buyers in Barnes County by procurement volume are: City of Valley (City) — 3,168 tracked projects; Valley City Public School District 2 (School) — 1,552 tracked projects; Hope-Page Public School District 85 (School) — 1,257 tracked projects; Town of Green (City) — 1,126 tracked projects; Town of Lake (City) — 845 tracked projects. These agencies represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFPs in the county. Every project from each of these agencies — including board meeting discussions, budget approvals, and vendor selections — is tracked, so you can engage early and build relationships before competitors.
What is Barnes County's procurement pipeline?
Barnes County's current procurement pipeline includes: 2,028 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 641 active opportunities open for bidding; 674 projects in budget planning; 1,894 grant-funded initiatives; 2,823 contract awards (competitive intelligence). Pre-RFPs are especially valuable — they surface 6–18 months before formal solicitations, giving you time to position with agency decision-makers. Board meetings, budget hearings, and planning sessions across all 102 agencies in Barnes County are monitored to catch these pre-RFPs as they emerge.
How active is procurement in Barnes County right now?
Barnes County is actively procuring — 9 of the county's 102 agencies have posted 1,219 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (4,454), Public Works (1,317), and Grants (710). This level of activity means new opportunities surface regularly. Real-time alerts ensure you never miss a window — whether it's a pre-RFP discussion at a school board meeting or a formal solicitation from the county government.