City of Plainfield bids, RFPs and contracts
Plainfield, New JerseyPop. 57,141 · plainfieldnj.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 25 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 49
- 8 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 10+
- Next due Nov 19
- Contracts
- 599
- 364 vendors
The 30-second brief
49 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Plainfield's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Oct 13: Council scheduled a purchase of playground equipment for the Hannah Atkins completely inclusive playground (CIP) project from MRC, Inc. under New Jersey State Contract No. 24-FOOD-118177. The not-to-exceed amount was $237,884.77, and the item was pending the October 13, 2026 vote. This creates a clear equipment and supply follow-on to the playground build.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
10+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 19. Latest awards: Garden State Pavement Solutions for plainfield Approves Citywide Speed Hump Contract (Not to exceed $316,400.00, Oct 2026) and Horizons at Plainfield Urban Renewal LLC for plainfield Approves Horizons Completion Certificate (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Plainfield's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Plainfield is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Plainfield buys from, taken from council records. 599 contracts with 364 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Plainfield.
Questions about City of Plainfield
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Plainfield?
City of Plainfield currently works with 364 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 64 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 Plainfield?
Small purchases under NJ's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Plainfield include Plainfield Council Approves $5M for Flood/Hurricane Repair: R 289-25, Plainfield City Council Meeting Summary: June 16, 2025, and Plainfield City Council Meeting: January 21, 2025 Approvals, 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 Plainfield publish RFPs?
City of Plainfield publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NJ's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 74 solicitations from City of Plainfield. 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 Plainfield?
At City of Plainfield, 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 City Council. 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 64 decision-makers at City of Plainfield.
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What does City of Plainfield spend the most on?
Based on 5,460 tracked contracts, City of Plainfield spends most on Capital Projects (2,793), Public Works (1,246), Grants (817), Environmental Services (373), and Public Services (231). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Plainfield's current vendors?
City of Plainfield currently works with vendors including GARDEN STATE PAVEMENT SOLUTIONS, HORIZONS AT PLAINFIELD URBAN RENEWAL LLC, GABRIELLITRUCK SALES, PORTOFINO BUILDERS, GREEN VALLEY GROUP INC, BOGART COMMERCE URBAN RENEWAL LLC, 1369 SOUTH PLAINFIELD URBAN RENEWAL LLC, MRC INC, and FRANK’S TRUCK CENTER INC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and SUPPLIES. 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 Plainfield working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, City of Plainfield is actively discussing: Plainfield Council Approves $5M for Flood/Hurricane Repair: R 289-25, Plainfield City Council Meeting Summary: June 16, 2025, Plainfield City Council Meeting: January 21, 2025 Approvals, and Plainfield City Council Reorganization Meeting Decisions 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 Plainfield have?
City of Plainfield currently has 74 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,793), Public Works (1,246), and Grants (817). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NJ's state portal, and other sources.