Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for City of Rapid City.
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Oct 13, 2026
The City of Rapid City is soliciting sealed bids for two new 3/4 ton 4x4 crew cab short box pickups for its Maintenance Division. Bids must be submitted using City-provided forms to the Rapid City Finance Office at 300 Sixth Street, Rapid City, South Dakota 57701. Bids are due October 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. and will be publicly opened at that time.
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
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175101
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
950
Population
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80,589
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
40 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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Procurement Hell Score
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Quick Decision Flow
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Rapid City
The board discussed a variance application for a side yard setback at 830 Lemmon Avenue. The applicant requested to reduce the side yard setback from 35 feet to 15 feet to accommodate a new garage, while city staff recommended a minimum of 20 feet to avoid obstructing the right-of-way. The board initially approved the 20-foot setback but later voted to reconsider the item after the applicant raised concerns about an underground gas line and garage depth limitations. The board ultimately decided to continue the item to a future meeting to allow the property owner to consult with the gas company regarding potential relocation options.
The meeting covered various committee reports and administrative updates. Discussion topics included a race relations trip, a draft for a coordinator performance evaluation, and progress on a cross-cultural training program. The Education Committee reviewed a recent mental health forum, discussed future forum topics, and reviewed the commission's mission and vision. The Marketing and Outreach committee discussed donor reception goals, social media strategies, community outreach plans, and a video project, including a contract approval for a vendor. The Finance committee provided status updates on funding and event meetings, while the Complaint committee reviewed complaint processes. The commission also discussed coordinator salary and office location, and held an executive session.
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The committee discussed the development of the Sustainability Coordinator position, focusing on the creation of a task force, conducting a wage study, drafting a job description, and planning a strategic retreat with city officials. Discussions also covered the process for filling member vacancies, the status of award plaque orders, and a review of community outreach activities. Furthermore, the committee explored potential future projects including sponsoring a movie night and scheduling a building tour to observe sustainability features. Coordination efforts regarding a destination stewardship survey led by Visit Rapid City were also addressed.
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