City of San Diego
Government Procurement, RFPs & Contracts
28 buying signals are open at City of San Diego. See all of them free.
- The council agenda scheduled a cooperative procurement contract with SHI International Corp. for Microsoft software, subscriptions, and services. The proposed term is three years with a not-to-exceed value of $24,928,000. Because this was on consent, the vote was still pending on October 6, 2026. Vendors selling Microsoft licensing, subscription management, or implementation support could track the citywide renewal and follow-on service needs.
- The council agenda scheduled an EPA Community Grant application and related budget action for the Pump Station 2 Improvements and Modernization project, CIP L-24000.2. The city sought up to $1,559,752 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and planned to accept, appropriate, and expend the money if awarded. The item signals funding for a utility infrastructure upgrade, with the grant decision still pending. Contractors and engineering firms tied to pump station work should watch this project.
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City of San Diego agenda scheduled a cooperative procurement contract with SHI International Corp. for Microsoft software, subscriptions, and services. The proposed term is three years with a not-to-exceed value of $24,928,000. Because this was on consent, the vote was still pending on October 6, 2026. Vendors selling Microsoft licensing, subscription management, or implementation support could track the citywide renewal and follow-on service needs.
The council agenda scheduled a cooperative procurement contract with SHI International Corp. for Microsoft software, subscriptions, and services. The proposed term is three years with a not-to-exceed value of $24,928,000. Because this was on consent, the vote was still pending on October 6, 2026. Vendors selling Microsoft licensing, subscription management, or implementation support could track the citywide renewal and follow-on service needs.
City of San Diego agenda scheduled an EPA Community Grant application and related budget action for the Pump Station 2 Improvements and Modernization project, CIP L-24000.2. The city sought up to $1,559,752 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and planned to accept, appropriate, and expend the money if awarded. The item signals funding for a utility infrastructure upgrade, with the grant decision still pending. Contractors and engineering firms tied to pump station work should watch this project.
The council agenda scheduled an EPA Community Grant application and related budget action for the Pump Station 2 Improvements and Modernization project, CIP L-24000.2. The city sought up to $1,559,752 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and planned to accept, appropriate, and expend the money if awarded. The item signals funding for a utility infrastructure upgrade, with the grant decision still pending. Contractors and engineering firms tied to pump station work should watch this project.
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- How do I become an approved vendor for City of San Diego?
- City of San Diego currently works with 1,597 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, LEGAL, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 104 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 Diego?
- Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of San Diego include City of San Diego — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), CVCPG Meeting: Vacancy Election, Neighborhood Mapping, & Park Visioning, and BIA Supports San Diego's College Area Community Plan Update for Housing, 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 Diego publish RFPs?
- City of San Diego publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 269 solicitations from City of San Diego. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Transportation, Parks & Recreation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
- Who makes purchasing decisions at City of San Diego?
- At City of San Diego, 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 Department of General Services, Fleet Operations Division, Transportation Department, San Diego Fire-Rescue Department, Community Risk Reduction Division, San Diego Fire-Rescue Department — Lifeguard Services, and San Diego Fire-Rescue 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 104 decision-makers at City of San Diego.
- What does City of San Diego spend the most on?
- Based on 3,930 tracked contracts, City of San Diego spends most on Capital Projects (2,042), Transportation (673), Parks & Recreation (437), Public Works (422), and Legal & Compliance (356). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, LEGAL, 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 San Diego's current vendors?
- City of San Diego currently works with vendors including SHI INTERNATIONAL CORP, MIDWAY RISING VENUE MANAGEMENT LLC, SKANSKA USA CIVIL WEST CALIFORNIA DISTRICT INC, SELMAN LEICHENGER EDSON HSU NEWMAN & MOORE LLP, and COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, LEGAL, 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 San Diego working on?
- Based on 3 tracked meetings, City of San Diego is actively discussing: City of San Diego — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), CVCPG Meeting: Vacancy Election, Neighborhood Mapping, & Park Visioning, and BIA Supports San Diego's College Area Community Plan Update for Housing. 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 Diego have?
- City of San Diego currently has 269 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,042), Transportation (673), and Parks & Recreation (437). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.
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