City of Mountain View bids, RFPs and contracts
Mountain View, CaliforniaPop. 85,438 · mountainview.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 4, 2026
- 3 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 326
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 6+
- Next due Nov 9
- Contracts
- 2,017
- 755 vendors
The 30-second brief
326 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Mountain View's meetings, most in parks & recreation and capital projects. The latest, from Nov 4: City Reviewing Integrated Pest Management Plan for Parks and Facilities.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Transportation.
6+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 9. Latest awards: Engbretson, Erika for friends of Deer Hollow Farm Uses Contract Bookkeeper (Nov 2026) and Friends of Deer Hollow Farm for city Renews Five-Year Deer Hollow Farm Agreement ($25K annual animal grant, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Mountain View's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Mountain View is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Mountain View buys from, taken from council records. 2,017 contracts with 755 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Mountain View.
Questions about City of Mountain View
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Mountain View?
City of Mountain View currently works with 755 vendors across contract types including STAFFING, OTHER, SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 70 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 Mountain View?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Mountain View include City of Mountain View — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Mountain View — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Mountain View — 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 Mountain View publish RFPs?
City of Mountain View publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 185 solicitations from City of Mountain View. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Mountain View?
At City of Mountain View, 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 Department, and Public Works Department — Transportation Division. 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 70 decision-makers at City of Mountain View.
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What does City of Mountain View spend the most on?
Based on 5,160 tracked contracts, City of Mountain View spends most on Capital Projects (3,448), Public Works (518), Transportation (449), Recreation & Community Services (429), and Environmental Services (316). Contract types include STAFFING, OTHER, SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Mountain View's current vendors?
City of Mountain View currently works with vendors including ENGBRETSON, ERIKA, FRIENDS OF DEER HOLLOW FARM, PINE PRESS, SANTA CLARA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (VTA), LINKEDIN CORPORATION, and CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY. These vendors span contract types like STAFFING, OTHER, SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. 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 Mountain View working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, City of Mountain View is actively discussing: City of Mountain View — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Mountain View — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Mountain View — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Rental Housing Committee Considers Regulations & Remuneration Adjustments, and City Council Approves Water Agreement, Housing Changes, & Event Funding. 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 Mountain View have?
City of Mountain View currently has 185 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,448), Public Works (518), and Transportation (449). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.