City of Arcadia bids, RFPs and contracts
Arcadia, CaliforniaPop. 54,117 · arcadiaca.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 57
- 13 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 64
- Contracts
- 2,283
- 513 vendors
The 30-second brief
57 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Arcadia's meetings, most in information technology and transportation. The latest, from Oct 20: At its October 20, 2026 meeting, the council considered a $92,100 professional services agreement with Sladden Engineering for material testing on miscellaneous public works projects. The staff report said the city had issued an RFP on July 13, 2026 and received four proposals; Sladden ranked first. The work supports pavement, sewer, water main, slurry seal, and water treatment projects, so the immediate sales angle is follow-on support around active capital work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Grbcon Inc for arcadia Awards GRBCON Sewer Replacement Contract ($1,054,543, with a 10% contingency, Oct 2026) and Mdj Management LLC for arcadia Recommends MDJ Library Trellis Repair Contract ($82,110.89, with a 10% contingency, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Arcadia's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Arcadia has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Arcadia buys from, taken from council records. 2,283 contracts with 513 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Arcadia.
Questions about City of Arcadia
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Arcadia?
City of Arcadia currently works with 513 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 25 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 Arcadia?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Arcadia include Arcadia City Council Meeting: Water Rates, AqueoUSVETS, TXT Purchase, Arcadia City Council Meeting: Budget, Codes, and Actions (October 21, 2025), and City Council Meeting Summary: Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget & Key Initiatives, 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 Arcadia publish RFPs?
City of Arcadia publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 64 solicitations from City of Arcadia. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Arcadia?
At City of Arcadia, 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 Finance, City Manager, Parks & Recreation, City Clerk, and Engineering. 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 25 decision-makers at City of Arcadia.
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What does City of Arcadia spend the most on?
Based on 1,330 tracked contracts, City of Arcadia spends most on Capital Projects (687), Public Works (237), Public Safety (176), Environmental Services (134), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (96). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Arcadia's current vendors?
City of Arcadia currently works with vendors including GRBCON INC, MDJ MANAGEMENT LLC, SOUTH WEST PUMP & DRILLING INC, WEST COAST ARBORISTS INC, ILB ELECTRIC, and CRAFTWATER ENGINEERING INC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 Arcadia working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, City of Arcadia is actively discussing: Arcadia City Council Meeting: Water Rates, AqueoUSVETS, TXT Purchase, Arcadia City Council Meeting: Budget, Codes, and Actions (October 21, 2025), City Council Meeting Summary: Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget & Key Initiatives, Arcadia City Council Meeting Summary (May 20, 2025), and Arcadia City Council Special Meeting: Anticipated Litigation Discussion. 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 Arcadia have?
City of Arcadia currently has 64 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (687), Public Works (237), and Public Safety (176). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.