Austin Fire Depaartment bids, RFPs and contracts
Austin, Texasaustintexas.gov/department/fire- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 3, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 3
- Bids and RFPs
- 50
- Contracts
- 165
- 87 vendors
The 30-second brief
3 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Austin Fire Depaartment's meetings, most in public safety and equipment. The latest, from Aug 3: Fire Department Proposing FY 2027 Budget.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Administration & Finance.
Latest awards: Community Leasing Partners for district considers loan with Community Leasing Partners (Jun 2026) and Clng Land LLC for survey Approved for Land Purchase from CLNG Land LLC (Jun 2026).
3 pre-RFPs tracked at Austin Fire Depaartment. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Austin Fire Depaartment's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Austin Fire Depaartment has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Austin Fire Depaartment buys from, taken from council records. 165 contracts with 87 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Austin Fire Depaartment.
Questions about Austin Fire Depaartment
How do I become an approved vendor for Austin Fire Depaartment?
Austin Fire Depaartment currently works with 87 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, EQUIPMENT, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 2 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 Austin Fire Depaartment?
Small purchases under TX's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Austin Fire Depaartment include Austin Fire Depaartment — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Austin Fire Depaartment — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Austin County ESD No. 1 Meeting: Financials, Operations, VFD Report, 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 Austin Fire Depaartment publish RFPs?
Austin Fire Depaartment publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TX's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 50 solicitations from Austin Fire Depaartment. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Administration & Finance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Austin Fire Depaartment?
At Austin Fire Depaartment, purchasing decisions are overseen by the fire chief and board of commissioners, with key roles in operations, apparatus, 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 2 decision-makers at Austin Fire Depaartment.
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What does Austin Fire Depaartment spend the most on?
Based on 239 tracked contracts, Austin Fire Depaartment spends most on Capital Projects (144), Grants (31), Administration & Finance (23), Public Services (23), and Equipment (18). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, EQUIPMENT, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Austin Fire Depaartment's current vendors?
Austin Fire Depaartment currently works with vendors including COMMUNITY LEASING PARTNERS, CLNG LAND LLC, COMMUNITY LEASING PARTNER, HDL COMPANIES, TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICES, FIRE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS CLASS, and SLI GROUP INC. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, EQUIPMENT, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Austin Fire Depaartment working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, Austin Fire Depaartment is actively discussing: Austin Fire Depaartment — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Austin Fire Depaartment — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Austin County ESD No. 1 Meeting: Financials, Operations, VFD Report, Austin County ESD No. 1 Board Meeting: Financial Oversight & Operational Readiness, and Austin County ESD No. 1 Board Approves Significant Fire Department Allocation. 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 Austin Fire Depaartment have?
Austin Fire Depaartment currently has 50 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (144), Grants (31), and Administration & Finance (23). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TX's state portal, and other sources.