City of Minot Retail Liquor, Beer, and Wine License Public Auction 2026
City of MinotCity · Minot, ND- Due
- May 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mikayla McWilliams
- (701) 858-4752
The 30-second brief
The City of Minot is conducting a live public auction for one retail liquor, beer, and wine license. Bidding starts at $1.00, and the auction will be held on May 28, 2026, at City Hall.
Online license application, Detailed floor plan, Premises inspection
Highest qualified bidder, background check approval, payment of fees
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Summary
The City of Minot is conducting a live public auction for one retail liquor, beer, and wine license. Bidding starts at $1.00, and the auction will be held on May 28, 2026, at City Hall.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Highest qualified bidder
- Background check approval
- Payment of fees
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Online license application
- Detailed floor plan
- Premises inspection
- Submit to
- Public Live Auction in Council Chambers at Minot City Hall (10 3rd Ave SW)
- Scope location
- Minot, ND
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Minot?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 28, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Public Live Auction in Council Chambers at Minot City Hall (10 3rd Ave SW). For questions, contact Mikayla McWilliams.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Minot in ND, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Mikayla McWilliams at (701) 858-4752. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Online license application, Detailed floor plan, Premises inspection. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Highest qualified bidder, background check approval, payment of fees" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Minot?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Minot are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Minot regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Minot for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Minot, ND. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.