California Energy Commission bids, RFPs and contracts
Sacramento, Californiaenergy.ca.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 15 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 48
- 15 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1
- Next due Nov 20
- Contracts
- 432
- 184 vendors
The 30-second brief
48 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in California Energy Commission's meetings, most in transportation and legal & compliance. The latest, from Oct 19: State Grant to Fund DER Controller for Grid Capacity.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Utilities and Grants.
1 open RFP, the next due Nov 20. Latest awards: PACIFICORP for CEC Proposes $18 Million PacifiCorp Reliability Grant ($18,000,000, Oct 2026) and Contractors State License Board for CEC Proposes Contractor License Board Coordination Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in California Energy Commission's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations California Energy Commission is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who California Energy Commission buys from, taken from council records. 432 contracts with 184 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at California Energy Commission.
Questions about California Energy Commission
How do I become an approved vendor for California Energy Commission?
California Energy Commission currently works with 184 vendors across contract types including OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 45 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 California Energy Commission?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (112), Utilities (44), and Grants (32), 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 California Energy Commission publish RFPs?
California Energy Commission publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 9 solicitations from California Energy Commission. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Utilities, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at California Energy Commission?
At California Energy Commission, 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. Verified contact details are available for 45 decision-makers at California Energy Commission.
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What does California Energy Commission spend the most on?
Based on 240 tracked contracts, California Energy Commission spends most on Capital Projects (112), Utilities (44), Grants (32), Transportation (29), and Professional Services (23). Contract types include OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are California Energy Commission's current vendors?
California Energy Commission currently works with vendors including PACIFICORP, CONTRACTORS STATE LICENSE BOARD, OFFICE OF EXPOSITION PARK MANAGEMENT (OEPM), DER SECURITY CORP, LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY, BOXPOWER INC, LOS ANGELES CLEANTECH INCUBATOR, REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, ON BEHALF OF ITS RIVERSIDE CAMPUS, and CITY OF LOS ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, and TRANSPORTATION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does California Energy Commission have?
California Energy Commission currently has 9 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (112), Utilities (44), and Grants (32). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.