City of Hartford bids, RFPs and contracts
AlabamaPop. 2,801 · cityofhartfordal.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 5, 2026
- 33 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 26
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 278
- 149 vendors
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26 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Hartford's meetings, most in utilities and parks & recreation. The latest, from Oct 5: At its October 5, 2026 meeting, the council adopted Ordinance 10-05-2026 for Southern Lights' proposed franchise agreement after first and second reading. Attorney Timothy Gallaher spoke for Southern Lights, and the council changed the minimum charge from $2,000 to $2,500 before approval. The motion carried. This was recorded as approved.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Utilities and Public Works.
Latest awards: Electric Cities of Alabama for hartford Schedules Electric Cities Mutual Aid Agreement (Oct 2026) and Wiregrass Electric Cooperative for hartford Schedules Wiregrass Electric Mutual Aid Agreement (Oct 2026).
26 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Hartford. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Hartford's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Hartford has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Hartford buys from, taken from council records. 278 contracts with 149 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Hartford.
Questions about City of Hartford
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Hartford?
City of Hartford currently works with 149 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and FOOD_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 20 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 Hartford?
Small purchases under AL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Hartford include City of Hartford — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Hartford — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Hartford Council OKs $11.3K+ for Water Well, Garbage Truck Repairs, Memberships, 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 Hartford publish RFPs?
City of Hartford publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from City of Hartford. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Utilities, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Hartford?
At City of Hartford, 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 Utilities, Administration, Parks & Recreation, Fire, and Mayor's Office. 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 20 decision-makers at City of Hartford.
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What does City of Hartford spend the most on?
Based on 221 tracked contracts, City of Hartford spends most on Capital Projects (81), Utilities (40), Public Works (34), Grants (33), and Public Safety (33). Contract types include UTILITIES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and FOOD_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Hartford's current vendors?
City of Hartford currently works with vendors including ELECTRIC CITIES OF ALABAMA, WIREGRASS ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, BRANNON AUTO, BRANNON AUTO PARTS, REEDER BOYS, WIREGRASS ELECTRIC, TEND2TURF, KETCHEM'S RESTAURANT, and GOMTIBEN INC. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and FOOD_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 Hartford working on?
Based on 6 tracked meetings, City of Hartford is actively discussing: City of Hartford — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Hartford — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Hartford Council OKs $11.3K+ for Water Well, Garbage Truck Repairs, Memberships, Hartford City Council Meeting: Landfill, CD Bids, Street Paving on Agenda, and Hartford City Council Approves CDBG Project; Armory Sale Concerns Raised. 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 Hartford have?
City of Hartford currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (81), Utilities (40), and Public Works (34). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AL's state portal, and other sources.