Alameda County bids, RFPs and contracts
Oakland, CaliforniaPop. 1,636,630 · acgov.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 12, 2026
- Pre-RFPs
- 139
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 10+
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 21,381
- 4,499 vendors
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139 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Alameda County's meetings, most in capital projects and public safety. The latest, from Nov 12: Sheriff's Office Reviewing Contract Renewal and Technology Expansion.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Administration & Finance and Public Safety.
10+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: AXON for axon Public Safety Technology Contract Renewal Discussed (Nov 2026) and Westcoast Children’s Clinic for county Approves Child Abuse Prevention Contract ($330,000 total not to exceed; $110,000 annually, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Alameda County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Alameda County is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Alameda County buys from, taken from council records. 21,381 contracts with 4,499 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Alameda County.
Questions about Alameda County
How do I become an approved vendor for Alameda County?
Alameda County currently works with 4,499 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and HEALTHCARE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 190 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Alameda County?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Alameda County include Alameda County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Alameda County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Alameda County Seeks Providers for Adult/Dislocated Worker Services, suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Alameda County publish RFPs?
Alameda County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 246 solicitations from Alameda County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Administration & Finance, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Alameda County?
At Alameda County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Information Technology Department, Information Technology Department — Radio & Telephony Services, Alameda County Public Health Department, Maternal, Paternal, Child and Adolescent Health (MPCAH) Unit, Alameda County Healthy Homes Department, and Alameda County Public Health Department — Children’s Medical Services (CHDP). Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 190 decision-makers at Alameda County.
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What does Alameda County spend the most on?
Based on 1,534 tracked contracts, Alameda County spends most on Capital Projects (502), Administration & Finance (274), Public Safety (272), Grants (265), and Public Health (221). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and HEALTHCARE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Alameda County's current vendors?
Alameda County currently works with vendors including AXON, WESTCOAST CHILDREN’S CLINIC, CALIFORNIA VICTIM COMPENSATION BOARD, TIBURCIO VASQUEZ HEALTH CENTER INC, FRESH APPROACH, OAKLANDIDENCE OPCO LLC DBA MEDICAL HILL HEALTHCARE CENTER, FRED FINCH YOUTH CENTER, MULTICULTURAL INSTITUTE, and MARU. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and HEALTHCARE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Alameda County working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, Alameda County is actively discussing: Alameda County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Alameda County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Alameda County Seeks Providers for Adult/Dislocated Worker Services, RFSOQ 25-03 CEQA Services: Fire Stations 24 & 26 Project Opportunities, and Alameda County Fire Department Seeks CEQA Services via RFP. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does Alameda County have?
Alameda County currently has 246 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (502), Administration & Finance (274), and Public Safety (272). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.