City of Forest bids, RFPs and contracts
Forest City, PennsylvaniaPop. 1,741 · forestcityborough.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 5, 2026
- 33 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 15
- Contracts
- 283
- 168 vendors
- Decision makers
- 15
The 30-second brief
15 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Forest's meetings, most in grants and legal & compliance. The latest, from Oct 5: Council scheduled advertising for bids for the east side of the 600 block of Main Street sidewalks. This is an open construction opportunity and no contractor is named yet. The next step is the bid process, which will determine the builder for the sidewalk work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: First National Bank (Oct 2026) and Mikloiche Timber for snow Removal Bid Awarded To Mikloiche Timber ($5,500.00 per storm, Sep 2026).
15 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Forest. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Forest's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Forest buys from, taken from council records. 283 contracts with 168 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Forest.
Questions about City of Forest
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Forest?
City of Forest currently works with 168 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 15 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 Forest?
Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Forest include City of Forest — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Forest — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Forest City Council Meeting: Budget, Park Improvements, and Initiatives, 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 Forest publish RFPs?
City of Forest publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Forest?
At City of Forest, 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 Police, City Council, District Court, Susquehanna County, and Rail-trail Council of Northeastern Pennsylvania, Inc.. 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 15 decision-makers at City of Forest.
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What does City of Forest spend the most on?
Based on 462 tracked contracts, City of Forest spends most on Capital Projects (157), Public Works (132), Grants (94), Public Safety (47), and Parks & Recreation (32). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Forest's current vendors?
City of Forest currently works with vendors including FIRST NATIONAL BANK, MIKLOICHE TIMBER, KBA, CURRENT ELEVATOR, FNB, HNB, PRINCE, BRIAN, DIVERSIFIED TECHNOLOGY, PROGRESS AUTHORITY, and GFCBI. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and TECHNOLOGY. 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 Forest working on?
Based on 6 tracked meetings, City of Forest is actively discussing: City of Forest — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Forest — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Forest City Council Meeting: Budget, Park Improvements, and Initiatives, Forest City Council Meeting: Approvals, Infrastructure, Development, and Forest City Council OKs Snow Removal Bids, Rental Ordinance Changes. 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.