City of Hope bids, RFPs and contracts
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- Aug 19, 2025
- 15 months ago
- Bids and RFPs
- 36
- Contracts
- 39
- 28 vendors
- Decision makers
- 19
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: Rjr Enterprises ($384,000, Aug 2025) and Lance Realty (Aug 2025).
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Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Hope has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Hope buys from, taken from council records. 39 contracts with 28 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Hope.
Questions about City of Hope
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Hope?
City of Hope currently works with 28 vendors across contract types including Construction, Service, Lease, Consulting, and Brokerage Services. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 19 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 Hope?
Small purchases under AR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Hope include City of Hope Board Meeting Summary: Aquatic Center Plans & Property Deals, City of Hope Board Meeting: Condemnation Resolution & Project Updates, and Hope Board Approves Landfill Financing, Surplus Sale, and Grant Application, 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 Hope publish RFPs?
City of Hope publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AR's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 36 solicitations from City of Hope. 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 Hope?
At City of Hope, 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 Wastewater, Streets & Roads, Sanitation - Landfill, Sanitation - Collection, and Police. 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 19 decision-makers at City of Hope.
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What does City of Hope spend the most on?
Based on 193 tracked contracts, City of Hope spends most on Capital Projects (112), Public Works (33), Recreation & Community Services (24), Grants (14), and Environmental Services (10). Contract types include Construction, Service, Lease, Consulting, and Brokerage Services. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Hope's current vendors?
City of Hope currently works with vendors including RJR ENTERPRISES, LANCE REALTY, UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY, SCS ENGINEERS INC., HARSTON & ASSOCIATES ENGINEERING, CADENCE BANK, BILD ARCHITECT, and RIGGS CAT EQUIPMENT. These vendors span contract types like Construction, Service, Lease, Consulting, and Brokerage 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 Hope working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, City of Hope is actively discussing: City of Hope Board Meeting Summary: Aquatic Center Plans & Property Deals, City of Hope Board Meeting: Condemnation Resolution & Project Updates, Hope Board Approves Landfill Financing, Surplus Sale, and Grant Application, Hope Board Meeting Highlights: Grants, Sanitation, and Development, and City of Hope Board of Directors Meeting Summary. 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 Hope have?
City of Hope currently has 36 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (112), Public Works (33), and Recreation & Community Services (24). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AR's state portal, and other sources.