City of Los Banos bids, RFPs and contracts
Los Banos, CaliforniaPop. 49,614 · losbanos.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 17 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 139
- 17 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 18
- Contracts
- 634
- 248 vendors
The 30-second brief
139 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Los Banos's meetings, most in professional services and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 21: At the October 21, 2026 consent agenda the council considered rejecting all bids for up to twelve 2026-2027 model 3/4 ton medium duty utility trucks. Staff said the city had opened bids on September 30, 2026, then decided to reject them and re-advertise. This keeps the fleet replacement opportunity alive, and vendors should watch for the rebid.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Parks & Recreation and Public Works.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 18. Latest awards: Superior Playgrounds for cresthills Park Playground Purchase Planned ($196,305.61; includes a $58,250.88 cooperative purchasing discount, Nov 2026) and Price Paige & Associates for successor Agency Awards Audit Agreement to Price Paige ($45,000, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Los Banos's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Los Banos is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Los Banos buys from, taken from council records. 634 contracts with 248 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Los Banos.
Questions about City of Los Banos
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Los Banos?
City of Los Banos currently works with 248 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 65 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 Los Banos?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (368), Parks & Recreation (105), and Public Works (95), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Los Banos publish RFPs?
City of Los Banos publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 52 solicitations from City of Los Banos. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Parks & Recreation, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Los Banos?
At City of Los Banos, 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 Community & Economic Development Department, Public Works, Finance Department, Parks & Recreation Department, and Public Works Department. 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 65 decision-makers at City of Los Banos.
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What does City of Los Banos spend the most on?
Based on 685 tracked contracts, City of Los Banos spends most on Capital Projects (368), Parks & Recreation (105), Public Works (95), Public Safety (70), and Equipment (47). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Los Banos's current vendors?
City of Los Banos currently works with vendors including SUPERIOR PLAYGROUNDS, PRICE PAIGE & ASSOCIATES, CINTAS CORPORATION NO.2, ANTHONY J. PRIETO WATER WELL DRILLING INC, AT&T, ARCHER CIVIL CONTRUCTION LLC, CLARK PEST CONTROL INC, GOTO COMMUNICATIONS INC, and ROLFE CONSTRUCTION INC. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does City of Los Banos have?
City of Los Banos currently has 52 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (368), Parks & Recreation (105), and Public Works (95). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.