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City of San Carlos bids, RFPs and contracts

City of San Carlos logoSan Carlos, California
Latest pre-RFP
Nov 3, 2026
4 days ago
Pre-RFPs
205
20+ in the last 30 days
Open bids
1+
Next due Dec 4
Contracts
678
328 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

205 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of San Carlos's meetings, most in transportation and public works. The latest, from Nov 3: Residential Permit Parking Framework & Third-Party Enforcement.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Transportation.

How they buy

1+ open RFP, the next due Dec 4. Latest awards: Westlight Energy for san Carlos References WestLight Renewable Energy Contracts (Oct 2026) and San Mateo County Transportation Authority for san Carlos Approves East Side Streetscape Grant Application (Up to $2,000,000 available per application; 10% matching funds required, Oct 2026).

205 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Nov 3

20+ new pre-RFPs at City of San Carlos this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of San Carlos is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of San Carlos buys from, taken from council records. 678 contracts with 328 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of San Carlos

How do I become an approved vendor for City of San Carlos?

City of San Carlos currently works with 328 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, OTHER, INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 38 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 San Carlos?

Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of San Carlos include City of San Carlos — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of San Carlos — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of San Carlos — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), 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 San Carlos publish RFPs?

City of San Carlos publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 34 solicitations from City of San Carlos. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of San Carlos?

At City of San Carlos, 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 and Transportation Commission, and Public Works 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 38 decision-makers at City of San Carlos.

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What does City of San Carlos spend the most on?

Based on 1,516 tracked contracts, City of San Carlos spends most on Capital Projects (893), Public Works (262), Transportation (154), Recreation & Community Services (114), and Grants (93). Contract types include UTILITIES, OTHER, INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of San Carlos's current vendors?

City of San Carlos currently works with vendors including WESTLIGHT ENERGY, SAN MATEO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY, CARL WARREN, PENINSULA CONFLICT RESOLUTION CENTER (PCRC), C/CAG, CALTRANS, METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, and CAL WATER. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, OTHER, INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 San Carlos working on?

Based on 23 tracked meetings, City of San Carlos is actively discussing: City of San Carlos — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of San Carlos — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of San Carlos — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), San Carlos City Council Meeting: New Mayor Appointed & Centennial Recap, and San Carlos City Council: Budget Constraints, Legislation, and Community Impact. 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 San Carlos have?

City of San Carlos currently has 34 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (893), Public Works (262), and Transportation (154). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.

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