City of Kearney bids, RFPs and contracts
Kearney, NebraskaPop. 34,782 · cityofkearney.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 16, 2026
- 22 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 58
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 18
- Contracts
- 2,354
- 1,150 vendors
The 30-second brief
58 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Kearney's meetings, most in capital projects and equipment. The latest, from Oct 16: Planned Development Plan No. 2026-21 was on the agenda for proposed construction of an apartment building at 1103 West 3rd Street. Miller & Associates Consulting Engineers, P.C. applied for Talmadge Jam, LLC and Peanut Butter & Jelly, LLC. The commission was set to review development approval, so the work is still in entitlement rather than contract award. This is useful for firms that support multifamily design, civil engineering, or construction planning.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 18. Latest awards: Midlands Contracting Inc for kearney Approves $40,646 Box Butte Contract Reduction (Decrease of $40,646.00, Oct 2026) and Endgame West LLC Dba Big Red Keno for kearney Approves Big Red Keno Operation at Drop Zone (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Kearney's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Kearney is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Kearney buys from, taken from council records. 2,354 contracts with 1,150 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Kearney.
Questions about City of Kearney
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Kearney?
City of Kearney currently works with 1,150 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, LICENSE, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 185 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 Kearney?
Small purchases under NE's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Kearney include City of Kearney — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Kearney — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Kearney — 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 Kearney publish RFPs?
City of Kearney publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NE's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 24 solicitations from City of Kearney. 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 Kearney?
At City of Kearney, 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 City Council, 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 185 decision-makers at City of Kearney.
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What does City of Kearney spend the most on?
Based on 968 tracked contracts, City of Kearney spends most on Capital Projects (695), Public Works (178), Grants (43), Recreation & Community Services (31), and Public Safety (21). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, LICENSE, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Kearney's current vendors?
City of Kearney currently works with vendors including MIDLANDS CONTRACTING INC, ENDGAME WEST LLC DBA BIG RED KENO, ANDERSON, MATHEW, THREE CROSSES LLC, CONFLUENCE INC, KEARNEY RESCUE CATS, UNIVERSITY OF NE-KEARNEY, AUTOMATIC SYSTEMS, ONE CALL CONCEPTS, and HOMETOWN LEASING. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, LICENSE, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Kearney working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, City of Kearney is actively discussing: City of Kearney — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Kearney — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Kearney — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Box Butte 2026 Part 4 Improvements: Wage Decision Addendum Issued, and Kearney City Council Approves Fire Hall Bonds, Infrastructure Projects. 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 Kearney have?
City of Kearney currently has 24 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (695), Public Works (178), and Grants (43). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NE's state portal, and other sources.