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City of Laredo bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Laredo logoLaredo, Texas
Latest pre-RFP
Nov 2, 2026
5 days ago
Pre-RFPs
248
8 in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
170
Contracts
3,690
1,428 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

248 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Laredo's meetings, most in capital projects and public safety. The latest, from Nov 2: AMI/AMR Maintenance and Software Hosting Renewal.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.

How they buy

Latest awards: IMAGINARIUM for imaginarium Receives City Public-Service Contract ($8,600.00, Oct 2026) and Guerra Engineering for guerra Engineering Recommended for Structural Services (Up to $100,000.00 per project assignment, Oct 2026).

248 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Nov 2

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Laredo's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Laredo has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Laredo buys from, taken from council records. 3,690 contracts with 1,428 vendors.

IMAGINARIUMImaginarium Receives City Public-Service Contract · Oct 29$8,600.00
GUERRA ENGINEERINGGuerra Engineering Recommended for Structural Services · Oct 29$100,000.00
KQC INVESTORS I LTD PARTNERSHIPLaredo Authorizes $1.8 Million Police Property Purchase · Oct 29$1,800,000.00
LA CENTRAL TINTORERIALa Central Tintoreria Wins Police Dry-Cleaning Contract · Oct 29$100,000.00
CANALES, GARZA, & BAUM PLLCCanales Garza Baum Selected for City Audit Services · Oct 29Undisclosed

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Laredo.

Questions about City of Laredo

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Laredo?

City of Laredo currently works with 1,428 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 473 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 Laredo?

Small purchases under TX's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Laredo include City of Laredo — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Laredo — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Laredo — 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 Laredo publish RFPs?

City of Laredo publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TX's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 170 solicitations from City of Laredo. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Laredo?

At City of Laredo, 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 of Laredo Health Department, City of Laredo Health Department — Nurse-Family Partnership, Traffic Safety, Purchasing, and Assessor. 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 473 decision-makers at City of Laredo.

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What does City of Laredo spend the most on?

Based on 2,442 tracked contracts, City of Laredo spends most on Capital Projects (1,501), Grants (417), Public Works (255), Environmental Services (142), and Public Safety (127). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Laredo's current vendors?

City of Laredo currently works with vendors including IMAGINARIUM, GUERRA ENGINEERING, KQC INVESTORS I LTD PARTNERSHIP, LA CENTRAL TINTORERIA, CANALES, GARZA, & BAUM PLLC, CRAWFORD ELECTRIC SUPPLY COMPANY LLC, FREEMAN HOLDINGS OF LAREDO LLC, PORRAS NANCE ENGINEERING, BOWMAN CONSULTING GROUP, and CLEAN ENERGY. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. 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 Laredo working on?

Based on 18 tracked meetings, City of Laredo is actively discussing: City of Laredo — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Laredo — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Laredo — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Laredo Planning & Zoning Meeting: Approvals for Zoning Changes & Extensions, and Laredo Planning & Zoning Meeting: Subdivision Plats & Commercial Impact. 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 Laredo have?

City of Laredo currently has 170 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,501), Grants (417), and Public Works (255). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TX's state portal, and other sources.

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