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Ward County, North Dakota: bids, projects and agencies

Ward County
Latest pre-RFP
Sep 22, 2026
City of Minot
Agencies
159
City, School, Special District
Pre-RFP stage
3
Heading to bid
Pre-RFPs
43
Latest pre-RFPSep 22

43 projects are in motion in Ward County. Get the ones that fit you.

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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF

What's happening

Most activity in Ward County is in Capital Projects, Infrastructure & Maintenance and Parks & Recreation.

Who's buying

Minot Park District, Ward County and Town of Willis account for 58% of pre-RFPs.

Where it's heading

Of the projects listed, 25 are contract awards and 8 are contract changes or renewals.

Latest pre-RFPs in Ward County

Agencies in Ward County, North Dakota

159 agencies tracked

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Town of AftonCity · Pop. 828Town of KirkelieCity · Pop. 470SOUTH PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 411 studentsPERKETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 394 studentsTown of EurekaCity · Pop. 379Town of SurreyCity · Pop. 376Town of BurlingtonCity · Pop. 370WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 336 studentsSUNNYSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 307 studentsTown of SawyerCity · Pop. 300NEDROSE HIGH SCHOOLSchool · 292 studentsNEDROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 270 studentsNORTH PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 234 studentsSURREY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 230 studentsSURREY HIGH SCHOOLSchool · 206 studentsROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 175 studentsTown of FreedomCity · Pop. 155SOUTH PRAIRIE HIGH SCHOOLSchool · 155 studentsTown of MckinleyCity · Pop. 136Town of Des LacsCity · Pop. 124Town of FoxholmCity · Pop. 122Town of KenmareCity · Pop. 120Town of BurtCity · Pop. 104Town of GasmanCity · Pop. 98Town of MargaretCity · Pop. 78Town of Rice LakeCity · Pop. 77SAWYER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 74 studentsTown of RushvilleCity · Pop. 71Town of MaylandCity · Pop. 66Town of DenmarkCity · Pop. 66Town of BertholdCity · Pop. 66Town of MarylandCity · Pop. 65Town of TorningCity · Pop. 61Town of NewmanCity · Pop. 60Town of MandanCity · Pop. 59Town of LundCity · Pop. 59Town of HiltonCity · Pop. 59Town of PassportCity · Pop. 55Town of BrillianCity · Pop. 49Town of Iota FlatCity · Pop. 45Town of CarpioCity · Pop. 45Town of ElmdaleCity · Pop. 44Town of SpencerCity · Pop. 43Town of St. MarysCity · Pop. 42Town of RyderCity · Pop. 41Town of OrlienCity · Pop. 41Town of CarbondaleCity · Pop. 40Town of AnnaCity · Pop. 38Town of BadenCity · Pop. 37Town of VangCity · Pop. 34Town of HiddenwoodCity · Pop. 34Town of Sauk PrairieCity · Pop. 33Town of Spring LakeCity · Pop. 30Town of ShealyCity · Pop. 29Town of ReeCity · Pop. 28Town of CameronCity · Pop. 28Town of LintonCity · Pop. 24Town of TolgenCity · Pop. 23Town of GreenbushCity · Pop. 20SAWYER HIGH SCHOOLSchool · 20 studentsTown of GreelyCity · Pop. 15Town of EvergreenCity · Pop. 10Ward Soil Conservation DistrictSpecial DistrictUnited Rural Ambulance DistrictSpecial DistrictSurrey Police DepartmentCity DepartmentSurrey Fire Protection District - First RespondersFire DistrictSurrey Fire Protection DistrictFire DistrictSouris Valley Special ServicesSpecial DistrictSawyer Rural Fire Protection DistrictSpecial DistrictRyder Makoti Rural Fire Protection DistrictSpecial DistrictRice Lake Recreation Service DistrictSpecial DistrictNorth Prairie Regional Water DistrictUtility DistrictMinot Special Education UnitSpecial DistrictMinot Rural Fire Protection DistrictFire DistrictMinot Police DepartmentCity DepartmentMinot Housing AuthorityLocal Housing AuthorityMinot City TransitPublic AuthorityMinot Area Workforce AcademySpecial District

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Questions about Ward County

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

There are 43 tracked government projects across 159 agencies in Ward County, North Dakota. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (10,718), Public Works (2,419), Grants (1,761), Environmental Services (980), and Recreation & Community Services (607). In the last 90 days alone, 15 agencies posted 345 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 Ward County?

Ward County has 159 government agencies spanning 12 types: City, School, Special District, Fire District, City Department, Local Housing Authority, County, County Department, Higher Ed, Public Authority, State, 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 Minot (City, 7,015 projects), Town of Carbondale (City, 3,080 projects), Ward County (County, 1,810 projects).

How do I bid on Ward County government projects?

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 3,066 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 Ward County?

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Ward County are Capital Projects (10,718), Public Works (2,419), Grants (1,761), Environmental Services (980), and Recreation & Community Services (607). Across all sectors, Ward County has 6,497 contract awards and 1,086 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 Ward County?

Procurement decisions in Ward County are made by individual agency leaders — city managers, school superintendents, district managers, and housing authority directors, and department heads. Each of the 159 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.

Which agencies are most active in Ward County?

The most active government buyers in Ward County by procurement volume are: City of Minot (City) — 7,015 tracked projects; Town of Carbondale (City) — 3,080 tracked projects; Ward County (County) — 1,810 tracked projects; Minot Housing Authority (Local Housing Authority) — 1,455 tracked projects; Minot Public School District 1 (School) — 1,414 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 Ward County's procurement pipeline?

Ward County's current procurement pipeline includes: 3,066 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 1,086 active opportunities open for bidding; 901 projects in budget planning; 5,311 grant-funded initiatives; 6,497 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 159 agencies in Ward County are monitored to catch these pre-RFPs as they emerge.

How active is procurement in Ward County right now?

Ward County is actively procuring — 15 of the county's 159 agencies have posted 345 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (10,718), Public Works (2,419), and Grants (1,761). 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.

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