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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Water Treatment Sludge Plant Reroof Project
Posted
Oct 1, 2026
Closes
Oct 21, 2026
Work consists of the removal and replacement of existing low-slope roofing systems, including verification and supplemental topside sealing of concrete roof deck joints.
Water Treatment Sludge Plant Reroof Project
Posted
Oct 1, 2026
Closes
Oct 21, 2026
Work consists of the removal and replacement of existing low-slope roofing systems, including verification and supplemental topside sealing of concrete roof deck joints.
Construction Management At Risk Services for City County Building Renovation and Addition (Request for Proposal)
Posted
Sep 29, 2026
Closes
Oct 23, 2026
Provide construction management at risk services for the renovation and new construction of the city county building.

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Census ID
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131872
Employee FTE
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650
Population
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77,963
Procurement Hell Score
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60 / 100
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Procurement Hell Score
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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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Community Development Advisory Committee Regular Meeting
Date: Aug 26, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed the implementation of a new pilot public transit voucher program with a $5,000 budget approved by the city commission. Members reviewed applications from various organizations to determine the allocation of vouchers, deliberating on factors such as the specific needs of different populations, including addiction services and senior citizens. The discussion focused on establishing oversight and reporting mechanisms for voucher usage, as well as addressing challenges in transportation access for vulnerable community members.
Community Development Advisory Committee Meeting
Date: Jul 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed the potential role of acting as a subrecipient selection committee for a new pilot transit voucher program, which is funded by local sales tax revenue and targets individuals with disabilities, the elderly, or those who are socioeconomically challenged. Key discussion points included the application process, selection criteria, the need for agency accountability and tracking of distributed transit passes to ensure program effectiveness, and the importance of implementing quarterly reporting to monitor client usage and potential duplication of benefits.
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Frequently asked questions

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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City of Bismarck RFPs

Water Treatment Sludge Plant Reroof Project

Water Treatment Sludge Plant Reroof Project

Construction Management At Risk Services for City County Building Renovation and Addition (Request for Proposal)

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City of Bismarck RFPs

Water Treatment Sludge Plant Reroof Project

Water Treatment Sludge Plant Reroof Project

Construction Management At Risk Services for City County Building Renovation and Addition (Request for Proposal)

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