San Francisco County bids, RFPs and contracts
San Francisco, CaliforniaPop. 826,079 · SF.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 16 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 267
- 15 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 13
- Contracts
- 10,820
- 2,190 vendors
The 30-second brief
267 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in San Francisco County's meetings, most in grants and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 22: The committee scheduled a hearing on the city street tree maintenance program, including pruning frequency and scheduling, plus management and repair of tree-root damage to sidewalks and public infrastructure. The Department of Public Works, the Bureau of Urban Forestry, and the Urban Forestry Council were asked to report. This is an operational buying signal around tree care and sidewalk repair planning, but no procurement was proposed in the agenda item.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Health.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 13. Latest awards: Sidewalk Juice Sfo LLC for sidewalk Juice Airport Kiosk Lease Extension Considered (Oct 2026) and Airsun JV DBA SUNGLASS HUT for sunglass Hut Airport Retail Lease Extension Considered (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in San Francisco County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations San Francisco County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who San Francisco County buys from, taken from council records. 10,820 contracts with 2,190 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at San Francisco County.
Questions about San Francisco County
How do I become an approved vendor for San Francisco County?
San Francisco County currently works with 2,190 vendors across contract types including FOOD_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 105 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 San Francisco County?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at San Francisco County include San Francisco County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), San Francisco County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and San Francisco County — 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 San Francisco County publish RFPs?
San Francisco County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from San Francisco County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Health. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at San Francisco County?
At San Francisco County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Community Development, Administration, Social Work Specialists, and Probation. 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 105 decision-makers at San Francisco County.
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What does San Francisco County spend the most on?
Based on 6,566 tracked contracts, San Francisco County spends most on Capital Projects (3,218), Grants (1,622), Public Health (639), Public Safety (562), and Public Works (525). Contract types include FOOD_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are San Francisco County's current vendors?
San Francisco County currently works with vendors including SIDEWALK JUICE SFO LLC, AIRSun JV DBA SUNGLASS HUT, L’OCCITANE AIRPORT VENTURE LLC, HUDSON GROUP (HG) RETAIL LLC, UNITED STATES NAVY, HIGH FLYING FOODS SFO LLC, WEST BAY LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION DBA WEST BAY CONFERENCE CENTER, RYLO MANAGEMENT LLC, ANDALÉ MANAGEMENT GROUP INC, and MARSHALL RETAIL GROUP LLC. These vendors span contract types like FOOD_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is San Francisco County working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, San Francisco County is actively discussing: San Francisco County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), San Francisco County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), San Francisco County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), San Francisco Government Audit and Oversight Committee Meeting Summary, and SF Board of Supervisors Meeting: Small Business Support & Development. 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 San Francisco County have?
San Francisco County currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,218), Grants (1,622), and Public Health (639). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.