City of Alpena bids, RFPs and contracts
Alpena, MichiganPop. 10,088 · alpena.mi.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 76
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 44
- Contracts
- 5,196
- 1,156 vendors
The 30-second brief
76 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Alpena's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and transportation. The latest, from Oct 20: Sidewalk Paint Removal and Acid Cleaning Services Needed.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Environmental Excavating & Cont Inc for alpena Approves Environmental Excavating Work ($4,005.50, Nov 2026) and Unifirst Corporation for alpena Approves UniFirst Facility Rug Services ($198.44, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Alpena's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Alpena has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Alpena buys from, taken from council records. 5,196 contracts with 1,156 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Alpena.
Questions about City of Alpena
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Alpena?
City of Alpena currently works with 1,156 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 52 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 Alpena?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Alpena include City of Alpena — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Alpena — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Alpena — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), 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 Alpena publish RFPs?
City of Alpena publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 44 solicitations from City of Alpena. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Alpena?
At City of Alpena, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 52 decision-makers at City of Alpena.
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What does City of Alpena spend the most on?
Based on 1,912 tracked contracts, City of Alpena spends most on Capital Projects (1,029), Public Works (439), Grants (214), Environmental Services (135), and Public Safety (95). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Alpena's current vendors?
City of Alpena currently works with vendors including ENVIRONMENTAL EXCAVATING & CONT INC, UNIFIRST CORPORATION, AMRIZE CEMENT INC, STRALEY LAMP & KRAENZLEIN PC, MIDWEST DIESEL SERVICE LLC, THUNDER BAY ELECTRIC INC, SANDERS & CZAPSKI ASSOCIATES, EAGLE SUPPLY COMPANY, NYE UNIFORM COMPANY, and HURON PINES. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. 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 Alpena working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, City of Alpena is actively discussing: City of Alpena — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Alpena — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Alpena — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Harbor Committee: Marina Performance, Improvements, & Cruise Ship Impact, and Alpena Council Approves Duck Park Contract, Ambulance Fees, Housing Agreement. 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 Alpena have?
City of Alpena currently has 44 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,029), Public Works (439), and Grants (214). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.