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City of Marathon bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Marathon logoMarathon City, Wisconsin
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 28, 2026
9 days ago
Pre-RFPs
56
5 in the last 30 days
Contracts
666
300 vendors
Decision makers
6

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

56 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Marathon's meetings, most in capital projects and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 28: City Reviewing Quotes for Elevated Water Tower Circulation System.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: KERBERROSE for marathon City Approves $27,250 KerberRose Audit Engagement ($27,250, Nov 2026) and S. D. Ellenbecker for S. D. Ellenbecker Performs Industrial Parkway Site Work (Nov 2026).

56 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 28

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Marathon buys from, taken from council records. 666 contracts with 300 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Marathon

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

City of Marathon currently works with 300 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 6 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 Marathon?

Small purchases under WI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Marathon include City of Marathon — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Marathon — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Utility Commission Reviews Operations, Schedules Next Meeting, 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 Marathon publish RFPs?

City of Marathon publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WI's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Marathon?

At City of Marathon, 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 Public Works, Utilities, Fire, Marathon County, and Administration. 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 6 decision-makers at City of Marathon.

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What does City of Marathon spend the most on?

Based on 624 tracked contracts, City of Marathon spends most on Capital Projects (312), Public Works (123), Utilities (76), Environmental Services (58), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (55). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, OTHER, 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 Marathon's current vendors?

City of Marathon currently works with vendors including KERBERROSE, S. D. ELLENBECKER, JEFFY'S LLC, VIERBICHER ASSOCIATES INC, GENERAL TEAMSTERS UNION LOCAL 662, DECKER SUPPLY CO INC, EHLERS FINANCIAL, WISCONSIN HYDRANT REPAIR, MENARD INC, and LANE TANK COMPANY. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, OTHER, 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 Marathon working on?

Based on 13 tracked meetings, City of Marathon is actively discussing: City of Marathon — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Marathon — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Utility Commission Reviews Operations, Schedules Next Meeting, Marathon City Board Approves Budget, Awards Contract, Discusses Infrastructure, and Marathon City Board OKs 2026 Budget, Labor Agreement & Rate Increase. 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.

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