Town of Oakland bids, RFPs and contracts
Oakland, TennesseePop. 10,835 · oaklandtennessee.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 20, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 45
- Open bids
- 1
- Next due Nov 10
- Contracts
- 388
- 238 vendors
The 30-second brief
45 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Oakland's meetings, most in capital projects and parks & recreation. The latest, from Aug 20: Anticipating Need for More Personnel in 1-2 Years.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Professional Services.
1 open RFP, the next due Nov 10. Latest awards: Bank of Fayette for OIDB Approves Office Lease With Bank Of Fayette (Aug 2026) and Harris Shelton for board Engages Harris Shelton As Legal Counsel ($375/hour; $400/hour for economic development work; $250/hour for associate services, Aug 2026).
45 pre-RFPs tracked at Town of Oakland. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Oakland's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Oakland is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Oakland buys from, taken from council records. 388 contracts with 238 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Oakland.
Questions about Town of Oakland
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Oakland?
Town of Oakland currently works with 238 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, LEGAL, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 33 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 Oakland?
Small purchases under TN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Oakland include Town of Oakland — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Oakland — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Oakland — 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 Oakland publish RFPs?
Town of Oakland publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 10 solicitations from Town of Oakland. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Professional Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Oakland?
At Town of Oakland, 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 Board of Mayor and Aldermen, Clerk of Courts, and Police. 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 33 decision-makers at Town of Oakland.
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What does Town of Oakland spend the most on?
Based on 514 tracked contracts, Town of Oakland spends most on Capital Projects (294), Public Works (108), Professional Services (52), Administration & Finance (30), and Information Technology (30). Contract types include FACILITIES, LEGAL, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Oakland's current vendors?
Town of Oakland currently works with vendors including BANK OF FAYETTE, HARRIS SHELTON, AENEAS HOSTED PBX, A2H INC, ATC FITNESS, CITY OF GRAND JUNCTION, SHEILD ENVIRONMENTAL, AENEAS, MANAGEMENT ADVISORY GROUP INTERNATIONAL INC, and CHICKASAW ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE DIVISION. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, LEGAL, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Town of Oakland working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, Town of Oakland is actively discussing: Town of Oakland — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Oakland — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Oakland — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Oakland Board Meeting: Sanitation Rates, Construction Board, New Contracts, and Oakland Board Meeting: Sanitation Rates, Alderman Appointment, Road Bids. 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 Oakland have?
Town of Oakland currently has 10 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (294), Public Works (108), and Professional Services (52). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TN's state portal, and other sources.