What products and services does City of Kalispell procure?

City of Kalispell routinely procures public works and construction projects, professional services, supplies and equipment, IT/hardware/software, and fleet/vehicles. The City also uses blanket contracts and manages surplus property disposals through its procurement process, as reflected in bid postings and procurement materials.

Does City of Kalispell use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

The City of Kalispell’s procurement policy permits and encourages piggybacking on other public agency contracts. The policy authorizes the City Manager or a designee to execute Interlocal Agreements to enable shared use and cooperative purchasing arrangements.

What procurement requirements does City of Kalispell publish for vendors?

City of Kalispell publishes solicitation‑specific vendor requirements in each bid. Common requirements in public‑works solicitations include Montana Department of Labor & Industry contractor registration at time of bid, bid security and performance bonds, prevailing wage compliance, and insurance naming the City as additional insured.

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

City of Kalispell’s Procurement Manual (Procurement Policy, Section 80‑9) on the City website contains the City’s purchasing rules, contract filing requirements with the City Clerk, and the authority and approval procedures vendors should follow when responding to solicitations.

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Location:: Kalispell, MT
Country:: US

City of Kalispell RFPs

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Regenerative Air Sweeper RFP
Posted
Aug 31, 2026
Closes
Sep 11, 2026
The City will purchase up to one (1) Truck based on the information and pricing provided in the bid schedules. The base Bid includes the purchase of (1) new Regenerative Air Sweeper. A bid alternate includes the base bid and the trade in of a 2009 Elgin Crosswind sweeper on a Nisan HD3300 chassis.
Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles with Upfitting Invitation to Bid
Posted
Aug 30, 2026
Closes
Sep 11, 2026
The City of Kalispell is soliciting sealed bids for three 2026 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles with comprehensive police-equipment upfitting. The vehicles must be delivered to the Kalispell Police Department by June 30, 2027, and bids must include 10% bid security and delivery to Kalispell. Bids are due September 11, 2026, at 2:00 P.M., with award evaluation based on pricing, specified components, and compliance with the requirements.
Tandem Axle Truck Chassis with 12-yard Asphalt Dump Box and Plow Invitation to Bid
Posted
Aug 30, 2026
Closes
Sep 11, 2026
The City of Kalispell is soliciting electronic bids for up to one tandem-axle truck chassis with a 12-yard asphalt dump box and plow that meets Department of Public Works specifications. Bids must be submitted electronically through QuestCDN, with a $42 electronic-access fee and bid security equal to 10% of the total bid. The lowest responsible bid is subject to City Council approval, and bids are due at 1:15 PM on September 11, 2026.

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- Sole Source: Deprioritize; the city avoids “de facto” sole source.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell and the State of Montana’s Cooperative Purchasing Program; 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 Kalispell, MT: The city actively avoids “de facto” sole source; no evidence of recent sole source awards.
- Thresholds: Not specified in the provided sources.
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Kalispell City Council Meeting Minutes and Agenda
Date: Aug 17, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The document contains minutes from two meetings and an upcoming meeting agenda. The July 13, 2026 work session included discussions on the fiscal year 2027 preliminary budget, specifically regarding staffing positions, salary adjustments, recreation facility feasibility studies, and fire station build-outs. The July 20, 2026 meeting covered an operational update on public transit performance, approval of parking updates, and the adoption of water, wastewater, and advanced wastewater treatment facility plans. Public comments throughout the sessions addressed housing needs for seniors, license plate reader technology, and concerns regarding surveillance.
Kalispell City Council Work Session
Date: Aug 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Council conducted a work session to deliberate on a proposed naming policy for city-owned parks, facilities, and public assets, evaluating criteria, administrative versus council-level approval processes, and restrictions regarding commercial naming. Additionally, the Council received an update on the Westside parking management zone, reviewing the program's history, permit statistics, and revenue performance.
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Kalispell?

The City of Kalispell’s City Purchasing Department administers municipal procurement under the direction and supervision of the City Clerk. The City’s Procurement Manual and municipal code define purchasing authority, approval thresholds, and department‑level responsibilities for procurements.

Where does City of Kalispell post bids and RFPs?

City of Kalispell posts public bids and RFPs on its Official Bid Postings page (kalispell.com/Bids.aspx). Individual solicitations link to QuestCDN for plan viewing, and the City accepts online electronic bids through QuestCDN; vendors register there to view documents and submit bids.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Kalispell?

Vendors register for notifications on the City of Kalispell Vendor Information page using the 'Notify Me' email registration. Vendors must also submit a Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification (W‑9) to do business with the City; follow the Vendor Information page for submission instructions.

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