Cable Joint Powers bids, RFPs and contracts
Palo Alto, California- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 2, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 3
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 10
- 8 vendors
The 30-second brief
3 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Cable Joint Powers's meetings, most in utilities and education & training. The latest, from Nov 2: Facility Audit Recommends Recurring Performance Dashboard.
Utilities leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Infrastructure & Maintenance and Legal & Compliance.
Latest awards: Swa Services Group Inc for palo Alto Amends Janitorial Contract with SWA Services (Increase of $293,501; new total not-to-exceed amount of $19,621,048, Nov 2026) and Graniterock Company for palo Alto Approves $1.2 Million Asphalt Purchase Order ($400,000 annually; total not-to-exceed amount of $1,200,000, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Cable Joint Powers's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Cable Joint Powers buys from, taken from council records. 10 contracts with 8 vendors.
Questions about Cable Joint Powers
How do I become an approved vendor for Cable Joint Powers?
Cable Joint Powers currently works with 8 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Cable Joint Powers?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Utilities (3), Infrastructure & Maintenance (2), and Legal & Compliance (2), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Cable Joint Powers publish RFPs?
Cable Joint Powers publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Cable Joint Powers?
At Cable Joint Powers, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does Cable Joint Powers spend the most on?
Based on 10 tracked contracts, Cable Joint Powers spends most on Utilities (3), Infrastructure & Maintenance (2), Legal & Compliance (2), Public Works (2), and Capital Projects (1). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Cable Joint Powers's current vendors?
Cable Joint Powers currently works with vendors including SWA SERVICES GROUP INC, GRANITEROCK COMPANY, RINCON CONSULTANTS INC, BAKER TILLY, PFM FINANCIAL ADVISORS LLC, WOODARD & CURRAN, RAFTELIS, and J.P. MORGAN. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.