Question 1

How do I find government contracts in Ward County, North Dakota?

Accepted Answer

There are 29 tracked government projects across 88 agencies in Ward County, North Dakota. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (10,326), Public Works (2,424), Grants (1,706), Environmental Services (912), and Recreation & Community Services (615). In the last 90 days alone, 23 agencies posted 580 new projects. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFP signals from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts — all in one place.

Question 2

What types of agencies issue RFPs in Ward County?

Accepted Answer

Ward County has 88 government agencies spanning 7 types: City, Special District, Fire District, School, Local Housing Authority, County, and Higher Ed. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are City of Minot (City, 6,518 projects), Town of Carbondale (City, 3,080 projects), Town of Orlien (City, 1,355 projects).

Question 3

How do I bid on Ward County government projects?

Accepted Answer

To bid on government projects in Ward 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, Ward County has 2,274 pre-RFP signals — projects that haven't been formally bid yet. The key advantage is getting in early — buying signals from board meetings can surface 6–18 months before RFPs go live, giving you time to build relationships while projects are still being scoped.

Question 4

What sectors are most active in Ward County?

Accepted Answer

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Ward County are Capital Projects (10,326), Public Works (2,424), Grants (1,706), Environmental Services (912), and Recreation & Community Services (615). Across all sectors, Ward County has 6,039 contract awards and 895 active opportunities on record. Detailed breakdowns by sector, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics.

Question 5

Who are the key decision-makers in Ward County?

Accepted Answer

Procurement decisions in Ward County are made by individual agency leaders — city managers, district managers, school superintendents, and housing authority directors, and department heads. Each of the 88 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Ward County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

Question 6

Which agencies are most active in Ward County?

Accepted Answer

The most active government buyers in Ward County by procurement volume are: City of Minot (City) — 6,518 tracked projects; Town of Carbondale (City) — 3,080 tracked projects; Town of Orlien (City) — 1,355 tracked projects; Town of Mandan (City) — 1,076 tracked projects; Minot Housing Authority (Local Housing Authority) — 1,055 tracked projects. These agencies represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFP signals 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.

Question 7

What is Ward County's procurement pipeline?

Accepted Answer

Ward County's current procurement pipeline includes: 2,274 pre-RFP signals (early-stage projects from board meetings); 895 active opportunities open for bidding; 409 projects in budget planning; 5,374 grant-funded initiatives; 6,039 contract awards (competitive intelligence). Pre-RFP signals 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 88 agencies in Ward County are monitored to catch these signals as they emerge.

Question 8

How active is procurement in Ward County right now?

Accepted Answer

Ward County is actively procuring — 23 of the county's 88 agencies have posted 580 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (10,326), Public Works (2,424), and Grants (1,706). 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.

Ward County Government Contracts, RFPs & Bids

Government Projects in Ward County

Design, bidding, and management of aggregate surfacing and culvert replacement projects for Rolling Green & Vang, Carbondale & Ree, and Spenser & Elmdale Townships, to be bid out to contractors following engineering plans.

Paving of County Road 15, project CP-1510(26), awarded to Central Specialties Incorporated.

Police station remodel.

Sliver widening of County Road 12 from 55th Street NE to 97th Street SE near Surrey, ND.

Widen County Road 12 from 55th Street NE to 97th Street SE, including 8 ft expansion each side, asphalt millings on shoulders, and future full depth reclamation to stabilize base, involving significant roadway construction and upgrades.

Preliminary study and authorization for Barr Engineering to submit a report on slope failure remediation, with potential for final design and bid administration services.

Construction services for the Valley Street surface drain project and construction management by HDR Engineering for the same project.

Reviewing a proposal for tarring the streets.

Reviewing a quote for work to be done on the sewer pump and lift station.

Quote for replacement of payloader tires.

Government Agencies in Ward County, North Dakota

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