City of Cerritos bids, RFPs and contracts
Cerritos, CaliforniaPop. 46,367 · cerritos.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 127
- 12 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1
- Next due Nov 18
- Contracts
- 1,493
- 796 vendors
The 30-second brief
127 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Cerritos's meetings, most in information technology and utilities. The latest, from Oct 28: Launch of the city's new fully digital permit portal, the Cerritos permit hub, allowing online permitting and approvals.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
1 open RFP, the next due Nov 18. Latest awards: City of La Palma for cerritos Plans Valley View Street Rehabilitation Agreement (Sep 2026) and Cerritos Corporate Center Property Owner LLC (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Cerritos's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Cerritos is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Cerritos buys from, taken from council records. 1,493 contracts with 796 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Cerritos.
Questions about City of Cerritos
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Cerritos?
City of Cerritos currently works with 796 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 22 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 Cerritos?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Cerritos include City of Cerritos — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Cerritos — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Cerritos — 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 Cerritos publish RFPs?
City of Cerritos publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 9 solicitations from City of Cerritos. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Cerritos?
At City of Cerritos, 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 Administrative Services — Innovation and Technology, Fire, City Manager, and Parks & Recreation. 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 22 decision-makers at City of Cerritos.
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What does City of Cerritos spend the most on?
Based on 5,337 tracked contracts, City of Cerritos spends most on Capital Projects (2,789), Public Works (1,405), Recreation & Community Services (503), Public Safety (330), and Environmental Services (310). Contract types include OTHER, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Cerritos's current vendors?
City of Cerritos currently works with vendors including CITY OF LA PALMA, CERRITOS CORPORATE CENTER PROPERTY OWNER LLC, CERRITOS CORPORATE OWNER LLC, PACIFIC BELL TELEPHONE COMPANY DBA AT&T CALIFORNIA, HBF HOLDINGS LLC, NORWALK-LA MIRADA PLUMBING & HEATING COMPANY INC, CALIFORNIA AQUARIUM CONSULTANTS, S & J SUPPLY COMPANY INC, and WATERLINE TECHNOLOGIES INC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. 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 Cerritos working on?
Based on 29 tracked meetings, City of Cerritos is actively discussing: City of Cerritos — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Cerritos — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Cerritos — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Bids Open for Cerritos Performing Arts Center Roof Replacement Project, and Cerritos City Council Meeting: Housing, Infrastructure, and Budget Review. 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 Cerritos have?
City of Cerritos currently has 9 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,789), Public Works (1,405), and Recreation & Community Services (503). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.