City of St. Petersburg bids, RFPs and contracts
St. Petersburg, FloridaPop. 264,033 · stpete.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 5, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 177
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 7+
- Next due Nov 10
- Contracts
- 4,664
- 1,806 vendors
The 30-second brief
177 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of St. Petersburg's meetings, most in capital projects and parks & recreation. The latest, from Nov 5: At its November 5, 2026 meeting, Council was scheduled to shift $22,486 to the Walter Fuller Recreation Center project for additional design and preconstruction work. The item was a funding adjustment for the Recreation Center Improvements project, not a vendor selection. It still matters because it confirms the recreation center project is active and in a design/preconstruction phase.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Infrastructure & Maintenance.
7+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 10. Latest awards: Salvador Dali Museum Inc (Initial monthly fee of $1,730.30, Nov 2026) and Flores Construction Company (Not to exceed $139,735, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of St. Petersburg's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of St. Petersburg is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of St. Petersburg buys from, taken from council records. 4,664 contracts with 1,806 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of St. Petersburg.
Questions about City of St. Petersburg
How do I become an approved vendor for City of St. Petersburg?
City of St. Petersburg currently works with 1,806 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 2,392 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 St. Petersburg?
Small purchases under FL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of St. Petersburg include City of St. Petersburg — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of St. Petersburg — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of St. Petersburg — 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 St. Petersburg publish RFPs?
City of St. Petersburg publishes formal RFPs on its official website and FL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1,219 solicitations from City of St. Petersburg. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Infrastructure & Maintenance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of St. Petersburg?
At City of St. Petersburg, 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 St. Petersburg Police Department — Emergency Communications Division, Administrative Services Bureau, St. Petersburg Police Department, Investigative Services Bureau, St. Petersburg Police Department, Fleet Management, and Office of the City Council. 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 2,392 decision-makers at City of St. Petersburg.
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What does City of St. Petersburg spend the most on?
Based on 1,663 tracked contracts, City of St. Petersburg spends most on Capital Projects (803), Grants (298), Infrastructure & Maintenance (211), Public Works (196), and Transportation (155). Contract types include FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of St. Petersburg's current vendors?
City of St. Petersburg currently works with vendors including SALVADOR DALI MUSEUM INC, FLORES CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, FDOT, WILLIAMS PARK PARTNERSHIP INC, NORTH DALE DEVELOPMENT LTD, STRYKER SALES LLC, SAFETY PRODUCTS INC, W.B. MASON COMPANY INC, and PVS TECHNOLOGIES INC. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and EQUIPMENT. 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 St. Petersburg working on?
Based on 14 tracked meetings, City of St. Petersburg is actively discussing: City of St. Petersburg — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of St. Petersburg — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of St. Petersburg — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), St. Pete Council: Funding for Arts, Housing, HVAC Contract Awarded, and St. Pete Council Approves Contracts & FY26 Budget Discussion (9/25/25). 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 St. Petersburg have?
City of St. Petersburg currently has 1,219 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (803), Grants (298), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (211). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, FL's state portal, and other sources.