City of Grand Forks

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Grand Forks, ND
Country:: US

City of Grand Forks RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

Bid #2026-13 Rock (Road) Salt for Ice Control
Open
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Closes
Sep 4, 2026
This RFP is for the procurement of approximately 1500 tons of rock salt for ice control.
Police Department Glock Duty Weapons RFP
Open
Aug 5, 2026
Closes
Sep 24, 2026
The City of Grand Forks is soliciting sealed bids for Bid #2026-9, Police Department Glock Duty Weapons. Bids must be submitted to the City’s Department of Finance and Administrative Services by 2:00 p.m. on September 24, 2026. This is an active government procurement for police equipment and is not a grant program.
Bid #2026-12 Washed Sand for Ice Control
Open
-
Closes
Sep 4, 2026
Procurement of 1500 Tons of Washed Sand for Ice Control.

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Buyer Attributes

Key metrics and characteristics

Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
110222
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
567.1
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
60,365
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
58 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
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AI Adoption Score
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Startup Friendliness
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How to Sell to City of Grand Forks

Procurement guidance and navigation tips.

Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
58 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: If sale is less than $100,000, only consider sole source if truly unique; otherwise pivot back to a coop.
- 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.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Sole Source
- City of Grand Forks, ND maintains a rigid competitive bidding posture and has avoided sole source awards over the competitive bid threshold. Competitive bid threshold: $100,000. Practical note: Deprioritize sole source; instead, use a cooperative contract or structure the purchase under $100,000 to reduce procedural friction.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Cooperatives
- The City has used cooperative purchasing and participates in Sourcewell. Reach out to your Starbridge contact to gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
- Recommended (accessible through Starbridge):
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.

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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Grand Forks

City of Grand Forks Staff Report
Date: Aug 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The staff report details the results of the Employee Health Insurance Benefits RFP and outlines the evaluation of options for the 2027 renewal. Key topics included a comparison of proposals from Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, HealthPartners, and the North Dakota Retirement System (NDPERS) Health Insurance Plan. The report reviews employee survey feedback, concerns regarding carrier disruption, premium costs, and potential administrative adjustments. The Committee ultimately recommended transitioning to the NDPERS Health Insurance Plan effective January 1, 2027, along with an associated budget amendment to cover the premium for the first month of the transition.
Base Retention & Investment Committee Meeting Minutes
Date: Aug 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee meeting covered updates across various regional and defense-related sectors. Key topics included progress on the base runway project, upcoming Space Force strategic planning, coordination for base personnel events, and the status of the Compatible Use Study. Discussions also addressed staffing agreements for the fire station, upcoming industry conferences, infrastructure and building projects for defense contractors, and university enrollment and summit preparations. Additionally, the committee reviewed upcoming legislative special sessions, budget preparations for the 2027 fiscal year, international economic development initiatives regarding the UAS industry, and municipal efforts concerning housing costs and golf course development.

Key Contacts

Public-sector contacts connected to City of Grand Forks.

Candice S. StjernAssistant Director of Finance and Administrative Services

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Michael VatnsdalBudget Officer

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City of Grand Forks RFPs

Bid #2026-13 Rock (Road) Salt for Ice Control

Police Department Glock Duty Weapons RFP

Bid #2026-12 Washed Sand for Ice Control

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City of Grand Forks Staff Report

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City of Grand Forks RFPs

Bid #2026-13 Rock (Road) Salt for Ice Control

Police Department Glock Duty Weapons RFP

Bid #2026-12 Washed Sand for Ice Control

Buyer Attributes

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City of Grand Forks Staff Report

Base Retention & Investment Committee Meeting Minutes

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Grand Forks City Council City Council Meeting

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City of Grand Forks

City of Grand Forks RFPs

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City of Grand Forks Staff Report

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City of Grand Forks RFPs

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City of Grand Forks Staff Report

Base Retention & Investment Committee Meeting Minutes

Key Contacts

Grand Forks City Council City Council Meeting

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