Capital Area Transportation Authority bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 9
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 30
- Contracts
- 64
- 55 vendors
The 30-second brief
9 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Capital Area Transportation Authority's meetings, most in capital projects and transportation. The latest, from Oct 22: Construction and facility renovations at the CTC and downtown office building.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Transportation and Grants.
Latest awards: E.T. Mackenzie Company, Michigan for grand Avenue Bus Lane Contract With E.T. MacKenzie (Base bid $685,981; bid bond $6,500; 10% contingency reserve $69,248.10; total not to exceed $761,729.10, Aug 2026) and Gordon Construction Services Inc for CATA to Vote on CTC Renovation Contract (Not to exceed $1,493,800 (base bid $1,320,000, performance assurance bond $18,000, fire system modification $20,000, 10% contingency reserve $135,800), Jul 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Capital Area Transportation Authority's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Capital Area Transportation Authority has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Capital Area Transportation Authority buys from, taken from council records. 64 contracts with 55 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Capital Area Transportation Authority.
Questions about Capital Area Transportation Authority
How do I become an approved vendor for Capital Area Transportation Authority?
Capital Area Transportation Authority currently works with 55 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 8 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 Capital Area Transportation Authority?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (67), Transportation (48), and Grants (11), 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 Capital Area Transportation Authority publish RFPs?
Capital Area Transportation Authority publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 30 solicitations from Capital Area Transportation Authority. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Transportation, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Capital Area Transportation Authority?
At Capital Area Transportation Authority, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Maintenance, Executive Department, Information Technology Services, Executive Staff, and Operations and Customer Experience. 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 8 decision-makers at Capital Area Transportation Authority.
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What does Capital Area Transportation Authority spend the most on?
Based on 143 tracked contracts, Capital Area Transportation Authority spends most on Capital Projects (67), Transportation (48), Grants (11), Information Technology (11), and Administration & Finance (6). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Capital Area Transportation Authority's current vendors?
Capital Area Transportation Authority currently works with vendors including E.T. MACKENZIE COMPANY, MICHIGAN, GORDON CONSTRUCTION SERVICES INC, HOEKSTRA TRANSPORTATION INC, NEW FLYER, OPENGOV INC, SWEEP YOU OFF YOUR FEET CLEANING, MASON COMMUNITY SERVICES, and DNCAP. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, 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 Capital Area Transportation Authority have?
Capital Area Transportation Authority currently has 30 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (67), Transportation (48), and Grants (11). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.