City of Richmond City bids, RFPs and contracts
MichiganPop. 5,927 · cityofrichmond.net- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 18 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 25
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 179
- 130 vendors
- Decision makers
- 25
The 30-second brief
25 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Richmond City's meetings, most in equipment and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 20: Richmond Little League 5-year capital improvement plan involving fence replacements, dugout repairs, diamond reconfiguration, and potential indoor facility expansions.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: Stage Depot for TIFA Waives Bids For Stage Depot Purchase ($26,203, Jun 2026) and Miller Canfield for TIFA Uses Miller Canfield For Tax Sharing Opinion (Jun 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Richmond City's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Richmond City buys from, taken from council records. 179 contracts with 130 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Richmond City.
Questions about City of Richmond City
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Richmond City?
City of Richmond City currently works with 130 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, LEGAL, FACILITIES, FOOD_SERVICES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 25 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 Richmond City?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Richmond City include City of Richmond city — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Richmond city — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Richmond Board of Education Meeting: Curriculum, Budget, Superintendent Search, 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 Richmond City publish RFPs?
City of Richmond City publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Richmond City?
At City of Richmond City, 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 Planning & Economic Development, Police, Richmond Tv, Utilities, and Parks & Recreation. 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 25 decision-makers at City of Richmond City.
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What does City of Richmond City spend the most on?
Based on 642 tracked contracts, City of Richmond City spends most on Capital Projects (331), Public Works (123), Recreation & Community Services (77), Community Events & Activities (59), and Public Safety (52). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, LEGAL, FACILITIES, FOOD_SERVICES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Richmond City's current vendors?
City of Richmond City currently works with vendors including STAGE DEPOT, MILLER CANFIELD, TSC, HEXCO MOTOR SPORTS, HOLAN HOLDINGS (MASTER MACHINE), YOUR MOMS HOUSE, FLORAS TRASH TO TREASURE, TAQUERIA MARTINEZ, PRO-LINE ASPHALT, and MAIN ST. MERCANTILE. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, LEGAL, FACILITIES, FOOD_SERVICES, and OTHER. 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 Richmond City working on?
Based on 24 tracked meetings, City of Richmond City is actively discussing: City of Richmond city — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Richmond city — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Richmond Board of Education Meeting: Curriculum, Budget, Superintendent Search, Richmond Board of Education Meeting: FY25 Audit, Millage Strategy, Leadership, and Richmond Board of Education Meeting: Funding, Policy & Student Success. 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.