City of Glendale bids, RFPs and contracts
Glendale, ArizonaPop. 260,572 · glendaleaz.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 394
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 242
- Contracts
- 5,805
- 2,673 vendors
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394 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Glendale's meetings, most in capital projects and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 28: City Council Considering Grant Writing Firm or Dedicated Staff.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Arizona Governor's Office of Highway Safety for glendale Approves Highway Safety Grant Contract (Approximately $56,000, Oct 2026) and Glendale Ambassadors for glendale Ambassadors Named Glendale Glitters Beer Vendor (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Glendale's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Glendale has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Glendale buys from, taken from council records. 5,805 contracts with 2,673 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Glendale.
Questions about City of Glendale
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Glendale?
City of Glendale currently works with 2,673 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 1,238 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 Glendale?
Small purchases under AZ's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Glendale include City of Glendale — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Glendale City Council Approves Grants, Agreements, and Code Amendments, and Glendale Council Approves Wellness, Safety Initiatives & New Ordinances, 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 Glendale publish RFPs?
City of Glendale publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AZ's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 242 solicitations from City of Glendale. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Glendale?
At City of Glendale, 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 Grants Division, Budget and Finance Department, Community Development, Mayor's Office, Police, and Fire. 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 1,238 decision-makers at City of Glendale.
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What does City of Glendale spend the most on?
Based on 5,987 tracked contracts, City of Glendale spends most on Capital Projects (3,925), Public Works (826), Public Safety (424), Environmental Services (408), and Grants (404). Contract types include OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Glendale's current vendors?
City of Glendale currently works with vendors including ARIZONA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY, GLENDALE AMBASSADORS, STATE OF ARIZONA, WYYERD CONNECT LLC, PTASSET MANAGEMENT DBA PUBLIC TRUST ADVISORS, SOUTHWEST TRAFFIC ENGINEERING LLC, HUNTER ENGINEERING, ADAMAN, and ST. MARY'S FOOD BANK. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, and FINANCIAL_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 Glendale working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, City of Glendale is actively discussing: City of Glendale — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Glendale City Council Approves Grants, Agreements, and Code Amendments, Glendale Council Approves Wellness, Safety Initiatives & New Ordinances, Glendale Bond Election: Infrastructure & Flood Control Investment, and Glendale City Council Meeting: Approvals & Initiatives Impacting Businesses. 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 Glendale have?
City of Glendale currently has 242 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,925), Public Works (826), and Public Safety (424). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AZ's state portal, and other sources.