Town of Dayton bids, RFPs and contracts
IndianaPop. 1,368 · dayton.in.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 18 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 21
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 629
- 340 vendors
The 30-second brief
21 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Dayton's meetings, most in capital projects and utilities. The latest, from Oct 20: The town manager gave updates on a missing valve, drainage ditch clean-out, backflow testing done on September 24, and a request for replacement sewer meter. The only clearly actionable need is the sewer meter replacement request, which suggests a small utility equipment purchase may be coming. The agenda does not name a vendor or cost. This is a maintenance signal, not a completed procurement.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Utilities.
Latest awards: Mcleod, Shannon for dayton Reviews McLeod Income Study Proposal ($4,000.00, Oct 2026) and Sheffield Trustees for sheffield Trustees Sign Dayton 2027 Fire Contract (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Dayton's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Dayton has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Dayton buys from, taken from council records. 629 contracts with 340 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Dayton.
Questions about Town of Dayton
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Dayton?
Town of Dayton currently works with 340 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, OTHER, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 1 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 Town of Dayton?
Small purchases under IN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Dayton include Town of Dayton — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Dayton — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Dayton — 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 Town of Dayton publish RFPs?
Town of Dayton publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from Town of Dayton. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Utilities. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Dayton?
At Town of Dayton, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 1 decision-makers at Town of Dayton.
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What does Town of Dayton spend the most on?
Based on 478 tracked contracts, Town of Dayton spends most on Capital Projects (179), Public Works (122), Utilities (77), Infrastructure & Maintenance (55), and Public Safety (45). Contract types include CONSULTING, OTHER, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Dayton's current vendors?
Town of Dayton currently works with vendors including MCLEOD, SHANNON, SHEFFIELD TRUSTEES, DUNBAR ELECTRIC, VAN DE VORDE, NANNETTE, M&C DEVELOPMENT LLC, INTAC, HEARTLAND ESTATES SERVICE UTILITY AGREEMENT, BAKER TILLY (SHANNON MCLEOD), JR PROMOTIONS, and MILLER, AMY. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, OTHER, and UTILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Town of Dayton working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, Town of Dayton is actively discussing: Town of Dayton — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Dayton — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Dayton — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Dayton Council & Utility Board Meeting: Development Plans & Ordinances, and Dayton Town Council Meeting: Ordinances, Water Looping, & ADA Plan. 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 Town of Dayton have?
Town of Dayton currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (179), Public Works (122), and Utilities (77). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IN's state portal, and other sources.