Terms and conditions

• Please note that since these ARPA grants are federal funds, there are extra terms and conditions that apply to these contracts.
• These requirements will be part of each solicitation (Bid/RFP) package.

We are required to apply the following guidelines when awarding ARPA-funded contracts

For commodities bids

• Award the contract to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder.

For professional services bids Request for Proposals (RFP)

• Award the contract to the bidder who submits the best proposal that meets the requirements of the RFP, regardless of price.

You should follow these guidelines when bidding on ARPA-funded contracts

For commodities bids

• Review the posted specification
• Submit a bid that meets the need at the lowest cost to the City

For professional services

• Review the Request for Proposal (RFP)
• Submit a proposal that effectively responds to the requested service needs

See ARPA contract opportunities and submit bids and proposals through our eSupplier Portal

• To register, go to the eSupplier home page and click on the “Bidder/Payee Registration” tile.
• Next, enter your business information and answer the questions provided on the form.
• You will receive a confirmation by email that contains your User ID and a temporary password.
• For more information on how to register, go to the eSupplier portal.

eSupplier

eSupplier Portal Instructions

For more information

On bidding and contracting

• Read our guide for doing business with us.

A Guide to Doing Business with the City of Minneapolis

On ARPA contracting opportunities

• Email our office
• Put "ARPA" in the subject line.