City of Cambridge bids, RFPs and contracts
Cambridge, MarylandPop. 13,457 · choosecambridge.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 5, 2026
- 33 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 102
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 398
- 230 vendors
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102 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Cambridge's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and grants. The latest, from Oct 5: City Developing New Exterior Lighting Ordinance.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: MDEM for cambridge Considers Second MDEM Hazard Grant Modification (Sep 2026) and Department of Justice Bja for cambridge Considers FY 2026 DOJ BJA Grant Agreement (Sep 2026).
102 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Cambridge. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Cambridge's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Cambridge is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Cambridge buys from, taken from council records. 398 contracts with 230 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Cambridge.
Questions about City of Cambridge
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Cambridge?
City of Cambridge currently works with 230 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 65 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 Cambridge?
Small purchases under MD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Cambridge include City of Cambridge — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Cambridge — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Cambridge — 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 Cambridge publish RFPs?
City of Cambridge publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 32 solicitations from City of Cambridge. 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 Cambridge?
At City of Cambridge, 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 Administration, Planning and Zoning Department, Planning & Zoning Commission, Engineering Division, and Engineering. 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 65 decision-makers at City of Cambridge.
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What does City of Cambridge spend the most on?
Based on 2,017 tracked contracts, City of Cambridge spends most on Capital Projects (1,367), Public Works (269), Grants (142), Public Safety (127), and Recreation & Community Services (112). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Cambridge's current vendors?
City of Cambridge currently works with vendors including MDEM, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE BJA, CAMPER & SON’S CONCRETE WORKS, WINDOW NATION, BYERS, GEORGE, GOVDEALS.COM, RAYLAND ACRE LLC, UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES, and STRATEGIC PROGRAMS DEVELOPMENT LLC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 Cambridge working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, City of Cambridge is actively discussing: City of Cambridge — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Cambridge — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Cambridge — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), City Commissioners Meeting: Solid Waste Rates & Historic Preservation, and Cambridge City Commission: Budget, Zoning, and Mace's Lane Lease (12/08/2025). 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 Cambridge have?
City of Cambridge currently has 32 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,367), Public Works (269), and Grants (142). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MD's state portal, and other sources.