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City of National bids, RFPs and contracts

City of National logoNational City, California
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 21, 2026
17 days ago
Pre-RFPs
148
12 in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
1
None open now
Contracts
2,886
778 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

148 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of National's meetings, most in public safety and professional services. The latest, from Oct 21: City Allocating $27K in JAG Funding for Police Portable Radios.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: Escribe Software USA Inc for national City Approves eScribe Software Subscription (Initial annual amount of $29,502.81, Oct 2026) and Tony’s Auto Center Inc Dba Tony’s Auto Center for towing Agreement With Tony’s Auto Center Deferred (Oct 2026).

148 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 21

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Recent bids and RFPs

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

Vendors and contracts

Who City of National buys from, taken from council records. 2,886 contracts with 778 vendors.

ESCRIBE SOFTWARE USA INCNational City Approves eScribe Software Subscription · Oct 20$29,502.81
TONY’S AUTO CENTER INC DBA TONY’S AUTO CENTERTowing Agreement With Tony’s Auto Center Deferred · Oct 20Undisclosed
ASTER CONSTRUCTION SERVICESAster Construction Project Closed Out At $2.06 Million · Oct 20$2,058,671.99
ALEXANDRA INVESTMENTS INC DBA ANGELO’S TOWING & RECOVERYAngelo’s Towing Agreement Extended Through November · Oct 20Undisclosed
MOTOROLANational City Plans Motorola Police Radio Purchase · Oct 20$27,216.80

Who decides

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

Questions about City of National

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

City of National currently works with 778 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, TRANSPORTATION, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 137 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 National?

Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of National include City of National — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), National City Traffic Safety Committee Meeting Summary, and National City Planning Commission Meeting and City Council Summary, 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 National publish RFPs?

City of National publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from City of National. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of National?

At City of National, 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 Police, Human Resources, Community Development Department, Neighborhood Services Division, and Finance Department — Purchasing 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 137 decision-makers at City of National.

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What does City of National spend the most on?

Based on 2,364 tracked contracts, City of National spends most on Capital Projects (1,241), Grants (325), Public Safety (279), Public Works (273), and Transportation (246). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, TRANSPORTATION, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of National's current vendors?

City of National currently works with vendors including ESCRIBE SOFTWARE USA INC, TONY’S AUTO CENTER INC DBA TONY’S AUTO CENTER, ASTER CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, ALEXANDRA INVESTMENTS INC DBA ANGELO’S TOWING & RECOVERY, MOTOROLA, ADMINSURE INC, BRAUN NORTHWEST INC, ARDURRA GROUP INC, AMERICAN GOLF CORPORATION, and CHEN RYAN ASSOCIATES INC. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, TRANSPORTATION, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, and INSURANCE. 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 National working on?

Based on 7 tracked meetings, City of National is actively discussing: City of National — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), National City Traffic Safety Committee Meeting Summary, National City Planning Commission Meeting and City Council Summary, National City Council and Committee Meetings Overview, and National City Council Special Meeting Summary - May 6, 2025. 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 National have?

City of National currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,241), Grants (325), and Public Safety (279). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.

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