City of Seaside bids, RFPs and contracts
Seaside, CaliforniaPop. 31,636 · ci.seaside.ca.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 5, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 278
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 378
- Contracts
- 3,766
- 1,120 vendors
The 30-second brief
278 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Seaside's meetings, most in public works and grants. The latest, from Nov 5: At its November 5, 2026 meeting the City Council was asked to accept $695,456 in Ocean Protection Council SB 1 Sea Level Rise Adaptation Grant Program funding and amend the FY 2026-2027 capital improvement program (CIP). The grant will fund the City of Seaside and Sand City Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Assessment and Adaptation Plan, a two-year effort that also will amend Seaside's Local Coastal Program. Staff said the Ocean Protection Council awarded the requested amount on September 18, 2026. Decision state: approved/adopted in the packet, with grant documents to be executed.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc for seaside Considers Facility Waivers for Delta Sigma Events (Approximately $1,874.63 in fees waived for both events; staff recommendation would require $98.25 per event for nonrefundable deposits, Nov 2026) and Action Council - Building Healthy Communities "Monterey County Black Caucus" for seaside Considers MLK Event Fee Waiver and Sponsorship (Approximately $6,632.75 in fees and event-related costs waived, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Seaside's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Seaside has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Seaside buys from, taken from council records. 3,766 contracts with 1,120 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Seaside.
Questions about City of Seaside
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Seaside?
City of Seaside currently works with 1,120 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 91 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 Seaside?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Seaside include City of Seaside — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Seaside — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Seaside — 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 Seaside publish RFPs?
City of Seaside publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 378 solicitations from City of Seaside. 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 Seaside?
At City of Seaside, 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 Public Works, Planning, Police, Building & Inspections, and Human Resources. 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 91 decision-makers at City of Seaside.
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What does City of Seaside spend the most on?
Based on 2,659 tracked contracts, City of Seaside spends most on Capital Projects (1,357), Public Works (479), Grants (337), Environmental Services (249), and Parks & Recreation (237). Contract types include FACILITIES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Seaside's current vendors?
City of Seaside currently works with vendors including DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY INC, ACTION COUNCIL - BUILDING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES "MONTEREY COUNTY BLACK CAUCUS", GREENWASTE, JMS CEMENT CONTRACTORS, GRACE CARROLL CONSULTING, CENTRAL COAST HIGH SCHOOL, BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF MONTEREY COUNTY, MONTEREY & SANTA CRUZ COUNTIES BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION TRADES COUNCIL & LOCAL UNIONS, and GS-JJ.COM. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Seaside working on?
Based on 16 tracked meetings, City of Seaside is actively discussing: City of Seaside — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Seaside — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Seaside — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Seaside, CA: On-Call Pavement Management Support RFP Issued, 2025-11, and Seaside Seeks Bids for 2025 Postcard Program: A Business Opportunity. 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 Seaside have?
City of Seaside currently has 378 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,357), Public Works (479), and Grants (337). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.