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City of Altoona bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Altoona logoAltoona, Pennsylvania
Latest pre-RFP
Sep 15, 2026
42 days ago
Pre-RFPs
21
Bids and RFPs
87
Contracts
1,549
546 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

21 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Altoona's meetings, most in capital projects and public works. The latest, from Sep 15: City Amending Parking and Traffic Code.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.

How they buy

Latest awards: Matos, Jose Volnei De Souza Dba Jvfm LLC for altoona Approves Chestnut Avenue Repository Bid ($1001.00, Aug 2026) and Leckey’s Demolition for altoona Awards Beech Avenue Demolition Contract ($10,300.00, Aug 2026).

Latest pre-RFP Sep 15

21 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Altoona. See all 21, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Altoona's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Altoona has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Altoona buys from, taken from council records. 1,549 contracts with 546 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Altoona.

Questions about City of Altoona

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Altoona?

City of Altoona currently works with 546 vendors across contract types including OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 63 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 City of Altoona?

Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Altoona include City of Altoona — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Altoona — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Blair County Commissioners Approve Budget, Dam Inspection, Housing Programs, 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 City of Altoona publish RFPs?

City of Altoona publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 87 solicitations from City of Altoona. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Altoona?

At City of Altoona, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Public Works, and Police. 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 63 decision-makers at City of Altoona.

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What does City of Altoona spend the most on?

Based on 1,291 tracked contracts, City of Altoona spends most on Capital Projects (820), Public Works (231), Grants (102), Parks & Recreation (70), and Transportation (68). Contract types include OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Altoona's current vendors?

City of Altoona currently works with vendors including MATOS, JOSE VOLNEI DE SOUZA DBA JVFM LLC, LECKEY’S DEMOLITION, TONKIN, KENT, CLARK CONTRACTORS INC, DOMANGE, CHLOE, FOOR, JOHN, ALTOONA HOUSING AUTHORITY, REED, FRANKLIN JR, and CHEAP HOME FINDERS INC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is City of Altoona working on?

Based on 21 tracked meetings, City of Altoona is actively discussing: City of Altoona — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Altoona — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Blair County Commissioners Approve Budget, Dam Inspection, Housing Programs, Altoona Fee Resolution 0153-25: Business Impact Analysis & Opportunities, and Blair County Commissioners Meeting: Safety Initiatives and Approvals. 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 City of Altoona have?

City of Altoona currently has 87 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (820), Public Works (231), and Grants (102). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, PA's state portal, and other sources.

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