City of Aurora bids, RFPs and contracts
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- Aug 12, 2025
- 14 months ago
- Contracts
- 1,064
- 337 vendors
- Decision makers
- 2
- Population
- 167
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Homer Tree Service for homer Tree Service Awarded Aurora Airport Contract ($63,500, Aug 2025) and CLEARSPAN for salt storage structure purchased for Aurora Airport ($40,681.56, Aug 2025).
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Vendors and contracts
Who City of Aurora buys from, taken from council records. 1,064 contracts with 337 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Aurora.
Questions about City of Aurora
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Aurora?
City of Aurora currently works with 337 vendors across contract types including Service, Purchase, Software, Construction, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 2 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 Aurora?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Aurora include Aurora Committee Reviews Freedom Graphic Systems Subdivision Plat, Aurora City Council Meeting: Approvals for Contracts, Equipment, Services, and Civilian Review Board to Review Aurora Police Department Policies, 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 Aurora publish RFPs?
City of Aurora publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Aurora?
At City of Aurora, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 2 decision-makers at City of Aurora.
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What does City of Aurora spend the most on?
Based on 1,117 tracked contracts, City of Aurora spends most on Capital Projects (676), Public Works (248), Grants (92), Public Safety (62), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (39). Contract types include Service, Purchase, Software, Construction, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Aurora's current vendors?
City of Aurora currently works with vendors including HOMER TREE SERVICE, CLEARSPAN, SOUNDTHINKING, BRADFORD SYSTEMS, L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC., MARK43 INC, CLEARSPAN CORPORATION, and SOUNDTHINKING INC. These vendors span contract types like Service, Purchase, Software, Construction, and FACILITIES. 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 Aurora working on?
Based on 14 tracked meetings, City of Aurora is actively discussing: Aurora Committee Reviews Freedom Graphic Systems Subdivision Plat, Aurora City Council Meeting: Approvals for Contracts, Equipment, Services, Civilian Review Board to Review Aurora Police Department Policies, Aurora Committee Considers Airport Upgrades, Grocery Tax, Appointments, and City of Aurora Council Meeting Summary. 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.