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City of Alma bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Alma logoAlma, Michigan
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 14, 2026
13 days ago
Pre-RFPs
28
3 in the last 30 days
Open bids
2+
Contracts
209
145 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

28 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Alma's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and utilities. The latest, from Oct 14: Solid Waste & Recycling Contract Fuel Surcharge Review.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Transportation.

How they buy

2+ open RFPs. Latest awards: Gei Consultants of Michigan PC ($296,000 (grant amount; actual contract not specified), Feb 2026) and Jack Doheny Company ($16,552.18, Feb 2026).

28 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 14

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Alma's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Alma is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Alma buys from, taken from council records. 209 contracts with 145 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Alma.

Questions about City of Alma

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Alma?

City of Alma currently works with 145 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 94 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 City of Alma?

Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Alma include Alma Tourism Commission Meeting: City Brochures Discussion, July 30, 2025, Alma Park & Recreation Committee Meeting: Budget, Mower, Park Concerns, and City Commission Approves FY2026 Budget and Addresses Infrastructure, 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 City of Alma publish RFPs?

City of Alma publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 12 solicitations from City of Alma. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Alma?

At City of Alma, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Water Plant | Public Works. 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 94 decision-makers at City of Alma.

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What does City of Alma spend the most on?

Based on 310 tracked contracts, City of Alma spends most on Capital Projects (160), Public Works (72), Transportation (28), Environmental Services (25), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (25). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Alma's current vendors?

City of Alma currently works with vendors including GEI CONSULTANTS OF MICHIGAN PC, JACK DOHENY COMPANY, MERCANTILE BANK, MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, ZENEBERG ASPHALT, HUNTINGTON BANK, HEALTHY PINE RIVER, INDEPENDENT BANK, and ISABELLA COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and CONSULTING. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is City of Alma working on?

Based on 11 tracked meetings, City of Alma is actively discussing: Alma Tourism Commission Meeting: City Brochures Discussion, July 30, 2025, Alma Park & Recreation Committee Meeting: Budget, Mower, Park Concerns, City Commission Approves FY2026 Budget and Addresses Infrastructure, City Commission Meeting Highlights, and Meeting on Elmer's Tree City USA Designation and Budget Review. 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 City of Alma have?

City of Alma currently has 12 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (160), Public Works (72), and Transportation (28). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.

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