What procurement requirements does City of Wadena publish for vendors?

City of Wadena publishes solicitation-specific vendor requirements on each RFP page; vendors must follow required forms, submission instructions, and pre-award conditions. Examples include contractor insurance naming the City of Wadena as additionally insured and specified submission formats and deadlines.

How does City of Wadena approve procurement contracts and awards?

City of Wadena’s City Council approves procurement contract awards; solicitations are administered by city offices such as the City Administrator or Public Works. Solicitations state that awards or award recommendations are presented to and determined by the City Council.

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

City of Wadena provides procurement terms and standard contract language within individual solicitations and City Council agendas/resolutions posted on the official website. Vendors should consult each RFP and relevant council documents for selection criteria, contract terms, and award language.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Wadena, MN
Country:: US

City of Wadena RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

Realtor Services (Request for Proposals )
Posted
Aug 27, 2026
Closes
Sep 30, 2026
Real estate brokers/agents to provide realtor services for the sale of City-owned property

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Census ID
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Population
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4,341
Procurement Hell Score
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58 / 100
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Procurement Hell Score
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58 / 100
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Quick Decision Flow
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- Sole Source: deprioritized here—steer to quotes or Sourcewell instead.
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Sole Source
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- City of Wadena: No documented history of sole source awards. No published sole source threshold identified. Practical move: skip this path and use quotations for purchases up to $175,000 by engaging department heads (Minnesota purchasing rules allow quotes between $25,000 and $175,000).
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- The City has used cooperative purchasing (confirmed Sourcewell membership). Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Wadena

City Council Special City Council Meeting Agenda
Date: Sep 24, 2024Type: Meeting mention
The City Council discussed a temporary liquor license for the Wadena Elks Club event and the proposed 2025 General Fund Tax Levy.
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
Date: Apr 9, 2024Type: Meeting mention
The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, and a consent calendar covering claims register summary, monthly financial reports, city council meeting minutes, and an Arbor Day Proclamation. Unfinished business includes a Fire Relief Association request to increase pension benefits. New business involves resolutions for Sourcewell Community Impact Funds Grant for sirens and a MRES, GRIP Grant for a SCADA System, along with actions regarding Relief Association Grass Rig Purchase, appointment of a Fire Dept 1st Asst Chief, Astera Hwy 71 Underground Tunnel Removal, a Right-of-Way Use Agreement for 940 Elm Ave NW, a Roach Petition to Vacate Streets with a call for a Public Hearing, and a Library Elevator Maintenance Agreement. The meeting is open to the public and will include department reports from various city departments. A closed meeting is scheduled to discuss attorney-client privilege for negotiations, followed by upcoming meetings and adjournment.
Wadena Comprehensive Plan

Key Contacts

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Kim SchroederCity Administrator

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Frequently asked questions

Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Wadena?

City of Wadena’s procurement and purchasing are managed by the City Administrator and the city departments (Public Works, Utilities, Police, etc.) listed on the official staff directory. Vendors should contact the named departmental officials for procurement inquiries and responsibilities.

Where does City of Wadena post bids and RFPs?

City of Wadena posts bids, RFPs, and solicitation notices on its official website, primarily on the News page and individual solicitation pages. Vendors should monitor those sections for posting dates, submission instructions, and links to solicitation documents.

What products and services does City of Wadena procure?

City of Wadena procures municipal categories including electric, water and sewer utilities; street maintenance and public works; public safety services; parks and recreation; and professional services such as auditing. Vendors should consult department pages and RFPs for category-specific procurement details.

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