City of Lynwood bids, RFPs and contracts
CaliforniaPop. 63,512 · lynwoodca.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 3, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 43
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Nov 24
- Contracts
- 798
- 405 vendors
The 30-second brief
43 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Lynwood's meetings, most in administration & finance and public works. The latest, from Nov 3: The City Council was scheduled to approve a third amendment that would keep Mr. C's Towing as the City's towing operator through March 31, 2027. The report said the prior towing and franchise agreement expired on August 8, 2024, and that Mr. C's Towing had continued providing towing and storage services since then. Staff said it was preparing a towing RFP to issue in the coming weeks and would return with an award recommendation before the amendment expires. The amendment itself did not require City spending.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 24. Latest awards: Enterprise Fm Trust for enterprise Fleet Vehicle Replacement Payment Approved ($33,718.72, Nov 2026) and Ricoh USA Inc for ricoh USA Printing Service Payment Approved ($1,211.09, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Lynwood's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Lynwood is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Lynwood buys from, taken from council records. 798 contracts with 405 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Lynwood.
Questions about City of Lynwood
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Lynwood?
City of Lynwood currently works with 405 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, INSURANCE, UTILITIES, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 62 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 Lynwood?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Lynwood include City of Lynwood — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Lynwood — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Lynwood — 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 Lynwood publish RFPs?
City of Lynwood publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 166 solicitations from City of Lynwood. 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 Lynwood?
At City of Lynwood, 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 Human Resources, City Treasurer's Office, Public Works, Parks & Recreation, and Community Development 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 62 decision-makers at City of Lynwood.
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What does City of Lynwood spend the most on?
Based on 322 tracked contracts, City of Lynwood spends most on Capital Projects (148), Public Works (74), Grants (52), Environmental Services (26), and Community & Outreach (22). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, INSURANCE, UTILITIES, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Lynwood's current vendors?
City of Lynwood currently works with vendors including ENTERPRISE FM TRUST, RICOH USA INC, CONTROLLING INSURANCE COST IN, CENTRAL BASIN MUNICIPAL WATER, GRM INFORMATION MANAGEMENT, NATIONWIDE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, WATERLINE TECHNOLOGIES INC, NEPHEWS AUTO COLLISION, VCA ANIMAL HOSPITALS INC, and SOUTHWEST PATROL INC. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, INSURANCE, UTILITIES, and MAINTENANCE. 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 Lynwood working on?
Based on 18 tracked meetings, City of Lynwood is actively discussing: City of Lynwood — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Lynwood — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Lynwood — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Lynwood City Council Special Session: City Manager Evaluation & Employment, and Lynwood City Council Meeting Approves PBID Levy & TBRA Guidelines. 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 Lynwood have?
City of Lynwood currently has 166 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (148), Public Works (74), and Grants (52). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.