City of Clare bids, RFPs and contracts
MichiganPop. 3,318 · cityofclare.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 24 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 5
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 14
- 12 vendors
- Decision makers
- 18
The 30-second brief
5 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Clare's meetings, most in transportation and public works. The latest, from Oct 14: The Planning Commission scheduled a master plan update presentation and kickoff meeting with McKenna. This is an early planning signal, not a contract award. The city is starting the process to update its long-range land use and development plan, and the next conversation is likely about scope, timeline, and community input for the update.
Transportation leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Professional Services.
Latest awards: MCKENNA for mcKenna Scheduled for Clare Master Plan Kickoff (Oct 2026) and Gei Consultants for GEI Consultants to Support Lake Shamrock Dam Project (Approximately $7 million for new dam construction and $3–$4 million for demolition/removal of the old dam, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Clare's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Clare buys from, taken from council records. 14 contracts with 12 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Clare.
Questions about City of Clare
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Clare?
City of Clare currently works with 12 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 18 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 Clare?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Transportation (3), Capital Projects (2), and Professional Services (2), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Clare publish RFPs?
City of Clare publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Clare?
At City of Clare, 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 Wastewater, Treasurer, Police, Clare Area Fire Council | Fire, 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 18 decision-makers at City of Clare.
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What does City of Clare spend the most on?
Based on 9 tracked contracts, City of Clare spends most on Transportation (3), Capital Projects (2), Professional Services (2), Public Services (1), and Public Works (1). Contract types include CONSULTING, 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 Clare's current vendors?
City of Clare currently works with vendors including MCKENNA, GEI CONSULTANTS, FISHER CONTRACTING, RB HARSH CONSTRUCTION, SYSTEMS SOLUTION ENGINEERS LLC, SPICER, DK DESIGN GROUP LLC, and THOMAS ROBERTS ARCHITECT LLC. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.