Cerritos College bids, RFPs and contracts
Norwalk, California21,584 students · cerritos.edu- Latest pre-RFP
- Jul 22, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 54
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 17
- Contracts
- 10,247
- 4,023 vendors
The 30-second brief
54 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Cerritos College's meetings, most in education & training and capital projects. The latest, from Jul 22: College Seeking to Improve Student Success & Transfer Rates.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Information Technology.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 17. Latest awards: Converse Professional Group Dba Converse Consultants (Not to exceed $______ (exact amount TBD), Jul 2026) and Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges Acting by & Through the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office ($10.00 per year (prepaid for full term), Jul 2026).
54 pre-RFPs tracked at Cerritos College. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Cerritos College's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Cerritos College is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Cerritos College buys from, taken from council records. 10,247 contracts with 4,023 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Cerritos College.
Questions about Cerritos College
How do I become an approved vendor for Cerritos College?
Cerritos College currently works with 4,023 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 53 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 Cerritos College?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Cerritos College include Cerritos College — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Cerritos College — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Cerritos College Board Meeting: Workforce Funding & Program Approvals, 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 Cerritos College publish RFPs?
Cerritos College publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from Cerritos College. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Cerritos College?
At Cerritos College, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Office of the President, Trustee Services, Government Relations & Strategic Initiatives, Student Services, and Financial Aid, Enrollment Services. 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 53 decision-makers at Cerritos College.
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What does Cerritos College spend the most on?
Based on 3,053 tracked contracts, Cerritos College spends most on Capital Projects (1,370), Grants (587), Information Technology (461), Education & Training (414), and Administration & Finance (221). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Cerritos College's current vendors?
Cerritos College currently works with vendors including CONVERSE PROFESSIONAL GROUP DBA CONVERSE CONSULTANTS, BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGES ACTING BY & THROUGH THE CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGES CHANCELLOR’S OFFICE, CERRITOS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGES, CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES, LIONAKIS, PBK ARCHITECTS CALIFORNIA INC, HILL PARTNERSHIP INC DBA HPI ARCHITECTURE, and SAUCEDO, MARISOL. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, 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 Cerritos College working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, Cerritos College is actively discussing: Cerritos College — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Cerritos College — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Cerritos College Board Meeting: Workforce Funding & Program Approvals, Cerritos College Board Meeting: Approvals for EPA Funds, Stipends, and Contracts, and Cerritos College Board Approves IT Master Plan, Construction Changes. 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 Cerritos College have?
Cerritos College currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,370), Grants (587), and Information Technology (461). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.