City of Plainview bids, RFPs and contracts
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- Mar 10, 2020
- 6 years ago
- Contracts
- 48
- 48 vendors
- Population
- 457
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Public Works leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Macqueen Equipment Inc for street Sweeper Parts Purchases from MacQueen Approved ($3,952.34, Mar 2020) and Bennett & Sons Sand & Gravel for council Pays Bennett & Sons for Snow Hauling ($6,752.00, Mar 2020).
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Vendors and contracts
Who City of Plainview buys from, taken from council records. 48 contracts with 48 vendors.
Questions about City of Plainview
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Plainview?
City of Plainview currently works with 48 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, TRANSPORTATION, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with City of Plainview?
Small purchases under AR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Public Works (5), Capital Projects (4), and Environmental Services (1), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Plainview publish RFPs?
City of Plainview publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AR's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Plainview?
At City of Plainview, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does City of Plainview spend the most on?
Based on 12 tracked contracts, City of Plainview spends most on Public Works (5), Capital Projects (4), Environmental Services (1), Public Safety (1), and Recreation & Community Services (1). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, TRANSPORTATION, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Plainview's current vendors?
City of Plainview currently works with vendors including MACQUEEN EQUIPMENT INC, BENNETT & SONS SAND & GRAVEL, BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE, ADVANCED DISPOSAL, JACK NEUMANN TRUCKING, PHILLIPS ST. PAUL, FAIRWATER LLC, BRAUN, DAVID, MORATH, MICHAEL & JEANETTE, and EGAN. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, TRANSPORTATION, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.