What products and services does City of Bismarck procure?

City of Bismarck commonly procures goods and services across municipal departments, including airport operations; IT/GIS and software; public works infrastructure (roads, water, sewer); engineering; police and fire/emergency services; community development; building inspections; finance; HR; planning; and municipal court services.

Does City of Bismarck use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

Title 7 Fiscal Procedures authorizes City of Bismarck to participate in cooperative purchasing organizations and professional association cooperative purchasing ventures, providing legal authority for cooperative purchases and piggybacking under applicable solicitation terms.

What procurement requirements does City of Bismarck publish for vendors?

For federally funded contracts, City of Bismarck requires scaled contract provisions, a Domestic Preference for U.S.-made materials, and EPA Recovered Materials preferences; Title 7 Fiscal Procedures also requires suppliers and contractors to certify compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.

How does City of Bismarck approve procurement contracts and awards?

The City Commission (the Mayor and four City Commissioners) holds authority to approve City of Bismarck contracts and awards; the City Administrator and departmental staff prepare and execute procurements under that Commission approval framework.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Bismarck?

City of Bismarck publishes procurement policies and standard contract terms in its City Policy Manual, Title 7 Fiscal Procedures, and the Federal Requirements for Providing Goods and Services; these documents are available on the City's website.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Bismarck, ND
Country:: US

City of Bismarck RFPs

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Runway Deicer Bids
Open
Aug 27, 2026
Closes
Sep 28, 2026
Supply of bulk runway deicer for November 1, 2026 to April 30, 2027.
Sewer Improvement District No. 588
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Closes
Sep 1, 2026
Construction of approx 1,600 LF storm sewer, 4 manholes, 8 inlets, 7 fes and related items.
Sewer Improvement District No. 587 & Street Improvement District No. 601 RFP
Open
Aug 13, 2026
Closes
Sep 1, 2026
This open engineering bid seeks construction of storm sewer and asphaltic concrete pavement and related items. The stated quantities include approximately 1,400 LF of storm sewer, 11 manholes, 6 inlets, 2,100 tons of blended base, 5,800 LF of standard curb and gutter, and 2,800 tons of AC superpave. Bids must be submitted electronically through QuestCDN vBid by 3:00 PM on 9/1/2026, with substantial completion due 7/2/27 and final completion due 7/30/27.

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131872
Employee FTE
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650
Population
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60 / 100
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How to Sell to City of Bismarck

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Procurement Hell Score
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60 / 100
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Quick Decision Flow
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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $3,000, use sole source. If the need is proprietary/unique or continuity is critical, pursue a sole source with the champion department and plan for Board approval.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Sole Source
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- Entity: City of Bismarck, ND.
- Basis: Position as a “non-competitive type or kind” item—proprietary/unique features or required continuity/compatibility.
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Cooperatives
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- The City uses cooperative purchasing; Sourcewell is the primary vehicle.
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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Bismarck

Human Relations Committee Committee Meeting
Date: Jul 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting focused on the selection of mental health as the topic for upcoming community conversations. Participants debriefed the recent humanitarian award presentation and discussed strategies to improve outreach and nominations. The committee reviewed the student leadership presentation and discussed the success of the Juneteenth community event, including feedback on location and promotional materials. Finally, the committee discussed volunteer opportunities for the Walk for Down Syndrome and voted to approve a sponsorship for the event.
Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Dec 18, 2024Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included several key agenda items and public hearings. The Commission approved the Fueller Fountain Subdivision Preliminary Plat and continued the public hearing for the Sykes Second Addition minor subdivision to a later date. Zoning map amendments were approved for the Boulder Ridge First Addition, Northern Pacific Addition, and the Steins Fourth Addition and Hay Creek Park Addition, the latter of which included discussion regarding stormwater management. Additionally, a special use permit for a major home occupation was approved.
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Bismarck?

The City Commission is the governing approval body for the City of Bismarck; the City Administrator oversees departmental operations and procurement execution, with Finance and operating departments administering purchases on behalf of the Commission.

Where does City of Bismarck post bids and RFPs?

City of Bismarck posts bids, RFPs, solicitations, and award results on its official Bid Postings portal at https://www.bismarcknd.gov/bids.aspx. The portal lets users filter by status (Open, Closed, Awarded, Cancelled) and sort by category, title, closing date, or bid number.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Bismarck?

Vendors create an account and subscribe for notifications through City of Bismarck's Notify Me portal at https://www.bismarcknd.gov/list.aspx. Subscribers choose department categories to receive email or text alerts when new bids and solicitations are posted.

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