When the manholes were installed, epoxy coating was applied to the top sections of the manholes with a different tar product being applied to the bottom section. The tar product has failed and the sewer gasses have eroded the concrete to the point of failure. This project will continue the epoxy coating all the way to the bottom of the structure.
The City of Fargo’s Inspections Department seeks proposals for demolition of the building at 111-113 32nd Avenue North, Fargo, ND 58102. The work includes all labor, materials, equipment, and services needed to complete the demolition in accordance with the RFP specifications. Attendance at the September 29, 2026 pre-proposal meeting is mandatory to qualify.
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Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
171371
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
1,041
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
136,275
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
49 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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Sole Source:If your solution is proprietary or continuity-critical, coordinate with the department and Purchasing@FargoND.gov to craft a justification and cite similar awards found in City Commission minutes.
Coops:Frequently procures through OMNIA Partners and 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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City of Fargo occasionally awards sole source for specialized services/equipment. Position your solution as proprietary or essential for continuity. Work with the requesting department and Purchasing@FargoND.gov to prepare a robust justification, referencing comparable past awards (e.g., specialized security equipment, land development code services). You must manually review City Commission minutes to identify patterns/opportunities; these are not listed on the city’s Bonfire or Quest CDN portals. No specific dollar thresholds were provided in the source information.
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You can be onboarded to the recommended cooperative vehicles by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
City of Fargo actively uses cooperative purchasing.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Fargo
Water Management Authority Finance Committee Finance Committee Meeting
Date: Aug 26, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee held elections for the positions of Chair and Vice Chair. Members approved the payment of outstanding bills totaling over $6.3 million, involving significant allocations to the Cass County Water Resources District and the City of Fargo. The financial report highlighted positive sales tax growth, provided updates on WIFIA fund utilization, and clarified the status of construction projects. Additionally, the committee discussed constraints associated with SRF loans and the procedural nature of inter-fund transfers within the master trust agreement.
Fargodome Authority Meeting Minutes
Date: Aug 25, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting included a review of the July financial report, highlighting event revenue, operational expenses, and energy efficiency metrics. Discussions covered outdated infrastructure and utility management agreements and potential adjustments to power load limits. Additionally, the board reviewed past events including art festivals and concerts, while discussing operational preparations and ticket sales for upcoming football games, a major concert, and a job fair.
Economic Development Incentives Committee Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Fargo.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Fargo?
The City of Fargo Finance/Purchasing office centrally manages procurement, while the Board of City of Fargo Commissioners (Mayor and four Commissioners) adopts purchasing policy and approves contracts above policy thresholds; the Engineering Department administers construction procurement.
Where does City of Fargo post bids and RFPs?
The City of Fargo posts solicitations on its Bids and Procurement pages: Bonfire for supplies, materials, and services, and QuestCDN (vBid) for Engineering construction bidding; construction bid results and tabulations appear on the construction bidding page.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Fargo?
Vendors register through the City of Fargo Bonfire portal by selecting Register, completing business questions, choosing UNSPSC commodity codes, and finalizing registration; construction vendors also register in QuestCDN. For assistance contact Purchasing@FargoND.gov or 701-241-1528.
Native sync to Salesforce & HubSpot
Date: Sep 22, 2026
Type: Meeting mention
The committee focused on defining procedures for reviewing business incentives, specifically the development and implementation of a scoring matrix based on wage data and job creation metrics. The discussion included the feasibility of applying this new matrix to evaluate historical projects to model potential outcomes. Furthermore, the committee reviewed the integration of these procedures with upcoming land management code updates and emphasized the importance of clearly defined covenants and reporting requirements within incentive agreements to manage compliance and potential default scenarios.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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What products and services does City of Fargo procure?
The City of Fargo procures supplies, materials, services, and construction services including road and public infrastructure projects; solicitations use UNSPSC commodity codes on Bonfire, and engineering procurements follow the City of Fargo Standard Specifications for Construction.
Does City of Fargo use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The City of Fargo uses cooperative purchasing and piggyback contracts, including Sourcewell and North Dakota state contracts administered via the ND OMB procurement program; City Commission minutes document approved piggyback purchases.
What procurement requirements does City of Fargo publish for vendors?
Vendors must register in the City of Fargo Bonfire portal to submit electronic bids and receive notifications; construction contractors must meet Inspections Department requirements for liability insurance, surety bonds, and licensing and should review each solicitation for specific required forms and terms.
How does City of Fargo approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Fargo Purchasing and P-Card Policy and Procedures Manual governs approvals: procurements up to $50,000 may be approved by the City Engineer or Assistant City Engineer, while larger procurements are routed to the Finance Committee and City Commission for approval.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Fargo?
The City of Fargo Purchasing and P-Card Policy and Procedures Manual is the governing procurement policy adopted by the City Commission; it documents bid thresholds and approval authorities (for example, the $50,000 approval threshold), and construction is governed by the Standard Specifications for Construction.