City of Key West bids, RFPs and contracts
Key West, FloridaPop. 24,999 · cityofkeywest-fl.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 5, 2026
- Yesterday
- Pre-RFPs
- 139
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 7+
- Next due Nov 9
- Contracts
- 3,789
- 1,326 vendors
The 30-second brief
139 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Key West's meetings, most in environmental services and information technology. The latest, from Nov 5: Maintenance Plan Initiative for Key Commercial Corridor.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
7+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 9. Latest awards: Tlc Diversified Inc for TLC Diversified Awarded Wastewater Dewatering Upgrade ($9,977,000.00, Oct 2026) and GILLIG for gillig Buses Approved for Key West Transit Fleet (Not to exceed $3,500,000.00, Oct 2026).
7 new pre-RFPs at City of Key West this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.
Get Florida pre-RFPs freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Key West's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Key West is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Key West buys from, taken from council records. 3,789 contracts with 1,326 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Key West.
Questions about City of Key West
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Key West?
City of Key West currently works with 1,326 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, TRANSPORTATION, TECHNOLOGY, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 203 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 Key West?
Small purchases under FL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Key West include City of Key West — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Key West — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Key West — 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 Key West publish RFPs?
City of Key West publishes formal RFPs on its official website and FL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 175 solicitations from City of Key West. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Key West?
At City of Key West, 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, Police, Port & Marine Services, Human Resources, and Planning. 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 203 decision-makers at City of Key West.
Show 4 more questions
What does City of Key West spend the most on?
Based on 3,410 tracked contracts, City of Key West spends most on Capital Projects (2,226), Public Works (641), Environmental Services (262), Grants (190), and Transportation (91). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, TRANSPORTATION, TECHNOLOGY, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Key West's current vendors?
City of Key West currently works with vendors including TLC DIVERSIFIED INC, GILLIG, CHARLEY TOPPINO & SONS INC, FORTRESS SECURED LLC, CENTRAL SQUARE, TRELLAGE-FERRILL STUDIO, NCL GOVERNMENT CAPITAL, BARTOW FORD, and AMERICAN CRUISE LINES INC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, TRANSPORTATION, TECHNOLOGY, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Key West working on?
Based on 23 tracked meetings, City of Key West is actively discussing: City of Key West — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Key West — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Key West — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Key West City Commission Meeting: Approvals, Funding, and Business Ops, and Key West Development Review Committee Considers Use Permit. 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 Key West have?
City of Key West currently has 175 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,226), Public Works (641), and Environmental Services (262). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, FL's state portal, and other sources.