City of Oakland bids, RFPs and contracts
Oakland, CaliforniaPop. 440,838 · oaklandca.gov/Home- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 5, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 88
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 10+
- Next due Nov 16
- Contracts
- 8,634
- 2,366 vendors
The 30-second brief
88 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Oakland's meetings, most in public safety and grants. The latest, from Nov 5: Cannabis Equity Program Public Awareness and RFP Advertising Budget.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.
10+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 16. Latest awards: UASIDEKICK for oakland Continues UASidekick Flight-Planning Subscription (Approximately $195 per month; approximately $2,340 per year, Nov 2026) and Axon Enterprise for oakland Plans $2.07 Million DFR Drone Agreement ($2,071,227.30 over five years, including tax; $432,137.77 in year one and approximately $409,772.38 annually thereafter, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Oakland's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Oakland is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Oakland buys from, taken from council records. 8,634 contracts with 2,366 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Oakland.
Questions about City of Oakland
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Oakland?
City of Oakland currently works with 2,366 vendors across contract types including LICENSE, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, CONSULTING, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 75 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 Oakland?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Oakland include Oakland Planning/Zoning Meeting: Creek Protection Permits, Nov. 21, 2025, Oakland Zoning Application: 818 27th St - Residential Units Legalization, and Oakland Zoning Applications: Development Projects & Business Opportunities, 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 Oakland publish RFPs?
City of Oakland publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 535 solicitations from City of Oakland. 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 Oakland?
At City of Oakland, 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 Oakland Police 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 75 decision-makers at City of Oakland.
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What does City of Oakland spend the most on?
Based on 4,730 tracked contracts, City of Oakland spends most on Capital Projects (2,131), Grants (1,321), Public Safety (544), Public Works (395), and Transportation (339). Contract types include LICENSE, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, CONSULTING, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Oakland's current vendors?
City of Oakland currently works with vendors including UASIDEKICK, AXON ENTERPRISE, DJI, AMERICAN INSTITUTES FOR RESEARCH, LA CLÍNICA, FIRST 5 ALAMEDA COUNTY, NOVOGRADAC, and BEYOND 12. These vendors span contract types like LICENSE, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, CONSULTING, and PROFESSIONAL_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 Oakland working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, City of Oakland is actively discussing: Oakland Planning/Zoning Meeting: Creek Protection Permits, Nov. 21, 2025, Oakland Zoning Application: 818 27th St - Residential Units Legalization, Oakland Zoning Applications: Development Projects & Business Opportunities, Oakland's FY 2025-27 Budget Priorities and Retreat Discussions, and Oakland Rules and Legislation Committee Meeting Overview. 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 Oakland have?
City of Oakland currently has 535 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,131), Grants (1,321), and Public Safety (544). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.