The solicitation seeks an acoustical engineering consultant to investigate low-frequency bass impacts from an amphitheater and evaluate neighborhood vibrations. The consultant will recommend mitigation measures. It will also design a permanent network of ten outdoor sound monitors and provide equipment specifications.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
167641
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
179
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
49,366
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
36 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:If the need is uniquely proprietary with no viable alternatives, pursue a sole-source with justification and approvals.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell and NASPO ValuePoint; 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 Shakopee, MN uses sole source sparingly for truly proprietary solutions. Work with the city’s procurement team to complete the sole-source justification form demonstrating no viable competition and clear value. Depending on purchase value, be prepared for City Council approval. Reference prior precedent (e.g., a Vaisala weather station award) to show fit when applicable.
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Shakopee actively uses cooperative purchasing and is a Sourcewell participating agency. Reach out to your Starbridge contact to gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Shakopee
City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 6, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Council meeting included a presentation on the CAPRA accreditation achieved by the Parks and Recreation department, detailing the extensive self-assessment and collaborative efforts involved to meet industry standards. A proclamation was adopted to recognize October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, with support expressed for the work of the Southern Valley Alliance. Additionally, the Council reviewed and moved forward with proposed fee increases for the indoor playground, which were benchmarked against regional comparables.
Board of Adjustment and Appeals and Planning Commission Meeting
Date: Oct 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board and commission reviewed a variance request for a stormwater basin setback at 1984 Sparrow Drive, which was ultimately approved. Additionally, a public hearing was conducted regarding the preliminary and final plat for the Third Avenue West Apartments, a project involving 180 units with tiered affordability levels and significant landscaping and conservation requirements, including a conservation easement and tree removal/replacement strategies.
Economic Development Authority Meeting Minutes
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Shakopee.
Who manages procurement and vendor requirements for the City of Shakopee?
Procurement and vendor requirements for the City of Shakopee are managed across departments: the Engineering Division handles bidding and contractor specifications, the Finance Department administers the Purchasing Policy and expenditure oversight, and Public Works supports operational procurements and maintenance contracts.
Where does the City of Shakopee post bids and RFPs?
The City of Shakopee posts solicitations on its official RFPs & Bids portal: https://www.shakopeemn.gov/business_development/rfps_bids.php. Non-transportation legal notices are also published in the New Prague Times, and vendors can subscribe for email notifications through the City's subscribe service.
What products and services does the City of Shakopee procure?
Date: Sep 1, 2026
Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included the consideration and approval of the 2027 EDA levy and the adoption of the 2027 budget. Resolutions were passed to authorize a special benefit levy in accordance with state statutes and to formally adopt the budget.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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The City of Shakopee commonly procures public works and infrastructure projects, municipal facilities construction and maintenance, and professional consulting services. Typical categories include streets, drainage and erosion restoration, pavement rehabilitation, parking lots, downtown lighting, and consultant-led engineering and project management.
How does the City of Shakopee approve procurement contracts and awards?
Formal procurement agreements and consultant contracts for the City of Shakopee are adopted by the City Council. The Engineering Division maintains bidding and contractor specifications, while the Finance Department administers the Purchasing Policy and oversees expenditures; award procedures and submittal instructions are specified in each solicitation.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Shakopee?
Vendors can find the City of Shakopee’s Purchasing Policy and standard solicitation terms on the City website: the Purchasing Policy is referenced on the City's finance/CAPRA pages, and solicitation-specific terms and documents are published on the RFPs & Bids portal.