City of Stow bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 23, 2026
- 15 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 129
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 71
- Contracts
- 3,029
- 1,384 vendors
The 30-second brief
129 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Stow's meetings, most in utilities and insurance. The latest, from Oct 23: 10,000 Smart Water Meter Replacement Capital Program.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: Wichert Insurance Services for stow Approves General Insurance Coverage from Wichert (Up to $398,962.00, Oct 2026) and Insurance Specialists Group Inc for stow Approves Crime and Cyber Insurance Policy ($31,084.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Stow's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Stow has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Stow buys from, taken from council records. 3,029 contracts with 1,384 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Stow.
Questions about City of Stow
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Stow?
City of Stow currently works with 1,384 vendors across contract types including INSURANCE, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 65 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 Stow?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Stow include City of Stow — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Stow — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Stow — 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 Stow publish RFPs?
City of Stow publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 71 solicitations from City of Stow. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Stow?
At City of Stow, 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 Street Department / Cemetery, Cemetery Administrative Office, Information Services, Information Technology, 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 65 decision-makers at City of Stow.
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What does City of Stow spend the most on?
Based on 2,407 tracked contracts, City of Stow spends most on Capital Projects (1,182), Public Works (585), Recreation & Community Services (262), Public Safety (196), and Environmental Services (182). Contract types include INSURANCE, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Stow's current vendors?
City of Stow currently works with vendors including WICHERT INSURANCE SERVICES, INSURANCE SPECIALISTS GROUP INC, LOVE INSURANCE, PRO-TECH SYSTEMS GROUP INC, SHELLY & SANDS INC, WICHERT INSURANCE SERVICE INC, STONECO INC - ALLIED, MEDICAL MUTUAL OF OHIO, and ALLSCAPES OHIO LLC. These vendors span contract types like INSURANCE, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, and MAINTENANCE. 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 Stow working on?
Based on 29 tracked meetings, City of Stow is actively discussing: City of Stow — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Stow — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Stow — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Stow Board of Control Approves Expenditures and Contracts for City Services, and Stow City Board Approves Utility Assistance and Fleet Optimization. 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 Stow have?
City of Stow currently has 71 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,182), Public Works (585), and Recreation & Community Services (262). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.