City of Taft bids, RFPs and contracts
CaliforniaPop. 6,995 · cityoftaft.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 17 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 55
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 747
- 323 vendors
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55 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Taft's meetings, most in administration & finance and information technology. The latest, from Oct 21: Investment advisory and monitoring services for the city's investment portfolio.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Updates.
Latest awards: Austins Pest Control Inc for taft Includes Pest Control Payment In Bills ($275.00, Oct 2026) and Sms Holding Company for taft Includes SMS Holding Company Payment ($3,000.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Taft's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Taft has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Taft buys from, taken from council records. 747 contracts with 323 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Taft.
Questions about City of Taft
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Taft?
City of Taft currently works with 323 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, OTHER, LEGAL, SUPPLIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 133 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 Taft?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Taft include Taft City Council Approves Building Code & Housing Element Amendments, Taft City Council Discusses Safety, Events, and State Legislative Impacts, and Taft City Council: Economic Opportunities, Holiday Safety, and More, 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 Taft publish RFPs?
City of Taft publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from City of Taft. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Updates. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Taft?
At City of Taft, 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 Finance, City Council, and Administration. 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 133 decision-makers at City of Taft.
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What does City of Taft spend the most on?
Based on 623 tracked contracts, City of Taft spends most on Capital Projects (303), Public Works (110), Public Updates (77), Public Safety (68), and Transportation (65). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, OTHER, LEGAL, SUPPLIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Taft's current vendors?
City of Taft currently works with vendors including AUSTINS PEST CONTROL INC, SMS HOLDING COMPANY, STRADLING YOCCA CARLSON & RAUTH, BROWN & REICH PETROLEUM INC, SOUTHERN TIRE MART LLC, UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT OF, DAVID E BROWN CORP, DAIOHS USA, EPPERSON LAW GROUP PC, and VERIZON WIRELESS. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, OTHER, LEGAL, SUPPLIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 Taft working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, City of Taft is actively discussing: Taft City Council Approves Building Code & Housing Element Amendments, Taft City Council Discusses Safety, Events, and State Legislative Impacts, Taft City Council: Economic Opportunities, Holiday Safety, and More, Taft City Council Meeting: Community, Volunteerism, and City's 115th Birthday, and Taft Council Approves Code Updates, Transit Fare Hikes, Honors Armstrong. 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 Taft have?
City of Taft currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (303), Public Works (110), and Public Updates (77). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.