City of Grove bids, RFPs and contracts
Grove City, OhioPop. 45,180 · grovecityohio.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 2, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 111
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 670
- 353 vendors
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111 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Grove's meetings, most in capital projects and public safety. The latest, from Nov 2: Commercial Revitalization Grant Expansion for Broadway Property.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce for grove City Considers $44,150 Festival Assistance (Up to $44,150.00, Sep 2026) and Trucker Jon's for trucker Jon's Listed for Arts Festival Expenses (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Grove's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Grove is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Grove buys from, taken from council records. 670 contracts with 353 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Grove.
Questions about City of Grove
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Grove?
City of Grove currently works with 353 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 61 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 Grove?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Grove include City of Grove — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Grove — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Grove — 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 Grove publish RFPs?
City of Grove publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 13 solicitations from City of Grove. 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 Grove?
At City of Grove, 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 Legal, Development, Parks and Recreation, Visit Grove City (official destination marketing organization for the City of Grove City), and City Council. 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 61 decision-makers at City of Grove.
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What does City of Grove spend the most on?
Based on 2,108 tracked contracts, City of Grove spends most on Capital Projects (1,420), Public Works (211), Recreation & Community Services (211), Grants (183), and Public Services (83). Contract types include OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, 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 Grove's current vendors?
City of Grove currently works with vendors including GROVE CITY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, TRUCKER JON'S, LITTLE THEATER OFF BROADWAY, WFBOLIN COMPANY, INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL PAINTING CONTRACTORS, PRICHARD TENTS, WESBANCO, KATBRO, REDEEMED CHURCH, COFFEE MESS, and OLD OHIO CARS. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, 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 Grove working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, City of Grove is actively discussing: City of Grove — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Grove — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Grove — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Cottage Grove Council Meeting: Detective Retirement & Holiday Support, and Cottage Grove Council OKs Budget, 80th St Rehab: Patriot Awarded. 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 Grove have?
City of Grove currently has 13 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,420), Public Works (211), and Recreation & Community Services (211). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.