City of Bowie bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 3, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 182
- 13 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 10
- Contracts
- 1,115
- 445 vendors
The 30-second brief
182 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Bowie's meetings, most in grants and utilities. The latest, from Nov 3: City Reallocates Funds for Municipal Vehicle Replacement.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 10. Latest awards: Lewis Tree Service Inc for bowie Approves $127,400 Tree Trimming Contract ($127,400.00, Nov 2026) and Utility Associates Inc for bowie Approves Utility Associates Police Video System (Not to exceed $167,000, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Bowie's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Bowie is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Bowie buys from, taken from council records. 1,115 contracts with 445 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Bowie.
Questions about City of Bowie
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Bowie?
City of Bowie currently works with 445 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 112 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 Bowie?
Small purchases under MD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Bowie include City of Bowie — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Bowie — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Bowie — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), 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 Bowie publish RFPs?
City of Bowie publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 64 solicitations from City of Bowie. 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 Bowie?
At City of Bowie, 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, Police, Planning, Administration, and Community Development. 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 112 decision-makers at City of Bowie.
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What does City of Bowie spend the most on?
Based on 2,520 tracked contracts, City of Bowie spends most on Capital Projects (1,553), Public Works (474), Grants (195), Environmental Services (190), and Public Safety (108). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Bowie's current vendors?
City of Bowie currently works with vendors including LEWIS TREE SERVICE INC, UTILITY ASSOCIATES INC, ORUS GROUP, CLEARGOV INC, DATANETWORKS, SOUTH LAKE PARTNERS LLC, and TYLER’S MUNIS ERP. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Bowie working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, City of Bowie is actively discussing: City of Bowie — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Bowie — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Bowie — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Bowie City Council Special Session: Real Property Acquisition Discussion, and FY26 Electronics Recycling Events: Bowie, MD - Dates & Details. 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 Bowie have?
City of Bowie currently has 64 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,553), Public Works (474), and Grants (195). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MD's state portal, and other sources.