City of Mankato

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

City of Mankato RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

Transit Development Plan 2028-2033 - Request for Proposals
Open
Aug 26, 2026
Closes
Sep 11, 2026
Consultant is encouraged to provide a proposal on their own methodologies and procedures used to accomplish the overall goals of the project.
Fire Station #3 HVAC & Restroom Remodel
Open
Aug 14, 2026
Closes
Sep 4, 2026
Fire Station 3 heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment project include a new HVAC unit to serve the building, a variable refrigerant flow (VRF) system with individual resident room control to improve efficiency and provide zone control to resident spaces. An energy recovery ventilator (ERVs) will be added to provide code required ventilation requirements. Replacement of the existing water heater and condensing boiler is also included in the project.
2026 Tourtellotte Pickleball Court Reconstruction Project
Open
Aug 11, 2026
Closes
Sep 3, 2026
Work includes approx. of 2,400 CY earthwork (common excavation and common embankment); 2,900 SF concrete pavement; 1,500 SY bituminous pavement; 1,500 SY court surfacing, etc.; 1,500 SY of chain link fencing and gates; 1,000 LF of electrical cable relocation.

Buyer Attributes

Key metrics and characteristics

Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
208452
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
316.3
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
46,529
Procurement Hell Score
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45 / 100
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Procurement Hell Score
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Quick Decision Flow
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- Entity: City of Mankato, MN
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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Mankato

Heritage Preservation Commission Regular Meeting
Date: Aug 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission reviewed proposals for the commercial rehabilitation of the Hubbard House Carriage House, focusing on attic ventilation and insulation plans to address structural concerns. The agenda included a request to paint a building at 117 E. Cherry Street and planning for the installation and unveiling of a heritage marker at the Lincoln Community School. Updates were provided regarding the nearing completion of the Kern Bridge project, and the commission discussed insights and activities from the NAPC Forum 2026 national conference.
Heritage Preservation Commission Regular Meeting
Date: Mar 12, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission reviewed a commercial rehabilitation project for the Eagles Club on Riverfront Drive and determined the building lacks historical significance, thus offering no comments. Presentations were conducted by MNSU URSI regarding mid-century modern homes and the Woodshire Neighborhood Assessment. Discussions were held concerning properties eligible for local designation in 2026, including the Hubbard Mill, The Depot, Good Counsel, the post office, and Kern Bridge. An update was provided on the 2026 Certified Local Government grant application. Additionally, members discussed HPC term limits, seat roles, the preservation month, updates to the work plan and template, and Front Street development guidelines.

Key Contacts

Public-sector contacts connected to City of Mankato.

Joe SmithAssistant City Engineer

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Chris BaukolAssistant Director of Public Safety-Police

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Frequently asked questions

Who manages procurement and purchasing policy for the City of Mankato?

The City Manager's Office administers procurement for the City of Mankato; department-level purchasing is carried out primarily by the Finance and Public Works departments. Department contacts and administrative details are published on the City of Mankato government and Finance pages.

Where does the City of Mankato post bids and RFPs?

The City of Mankato posts bids and RFPs on its official Bids and Request for Proposals page: https://www.mankatomn.gov/about-mankato/business/bids-and-request-for-proposals. Vendors should monitor that page for solicitation postings and submission instructions.

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City of Mankato RFPs

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Heritage Preservation Commission Regular Meeting

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City of Mankato RFPs

Buyer Attributes

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Heritage Preservation Commission Regular Meeting

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Heritage Preservation Commission Regular Meeting

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