City of Hawthorne bids, RFPs and contracts
Hawthorne, CaliforniaPop. 82,741 · cityofhawthorne.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 29, 2026
- 9 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 73
- 18 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Contracts
- 310
- 182 vendors
The 30-second brief
73 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Hawthorne's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 29: Public Works Bucket Truck Repairs and Recertification Authorization.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
1+ open RFP. Latest awards: CNSPOLITICAL for CNSPolitical consulting services remain outstanding ($1,350.00, Jan 2026) and PRO2025SEMI-ANNUAL for semi-annual reporting service billed to campaign ($125.00, Jan 2026).
18 new pre-RFPs at City of Hawthorne this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Hawthorne's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Hawthorne is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Hawthorne buys from, taken from council records. 310 contracts with 182 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Hawthorne.
Questions about City of Hawthorne
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Hawthorne?
City of Hawthorne currently works with 182 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 10 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 Hawthorne?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Hawthorne include City of Hawthorne — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Hawthorne — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Hawthorne's ProHousing Designation Application: Public Input & Session, 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 Hawthorne publish RFPs?
City of Hawthorne publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 48 solicitations from City of Hawthorne. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Hawthorne?
At City of Hawthorne, 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 Human Services, Planning Department, Police, Administration, and Communications. 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 10 decision-makers at City of Hawthorne.
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What does City of Hawthorne spend the most on?
Based on 963 tracked contracts, City of Hawthorne spends most on Capital Projects (556), Public Works (181), Grants (92), Public Safety (72), and Public Services (62). Contract types include CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Hawthorne's current vendors?
City of Hawthorne currently works with vendors including CNSPOLITICAL, PRO2025SEMI-ANNUAL, CMP, EAR~.L:!IN, KAMG, IMPARTIAL CONSULTANT, ESRI BUSINESS ANALYST ONLINE, LOS ANGELES COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, and COSTAR. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, and OTHER. 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 Hawthorne working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, City of Hawthorne is actively discussing: City of Hawthorne — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Hawthorne — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Hawthorne's ProHousing Designation Application: Public Input & Session, Hawthorne Streamlines Consultant Engagement Policy for Lower Bids, and Hawthorne Eats Restaurant Week: A Citywide Celebration of Food. 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 Hawthorne have?
City of Hawthorne currently has 48 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (556), Public Works (181), and Grants (92). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.