City of Bardstown bids, RFPs and contracts
Bardstown, KentuckyPop. 14,161 · cityofbardstown.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 25 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 7
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 10
- None open now
- Contracts
- 525
- 348 vendors
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7 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Bardstown's meetings, most in payroll and pension and grants. The latest, from Oct 13: $1.25M Grant Awarded for Sympson Lake Water Resiliency Project.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Utilities.
Latest awards: Salt River Recc (Aug 2026) and NELCARE for city Approves $5,000 Opioid Grant to NELCARE ($5,000.00, Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Bardstown's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Bardstown has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Bardstown buys from, taken from council records. 525 contracts with 348 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Bardstown.
Questions about City of Bardstown
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Bardstown?
City of Bardstown currently works with 348 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 29 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 Bardstown?
Small purchases under KY's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Bardstown include City of Bardstown — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Bardstown — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Bardstown — 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 Bardstown publish RFPs?
City of Bardstown publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KY's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 10 solicitations from City of Bardstown. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Utilities. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Bardstown?
At City of Bardstown, 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. 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 29 decision-makers at City of Bardstown.
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What does City of Bardstown spend the most on?
Based on 713 tracked contracts, City of Bardstown spends most on Capital Projects (386), Public Works (189), Utilities (64), Grants (47), and Public Safety (27). Contract types include UTILITIES, OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Bardstown's current vendors?
City of Bardstown currently works with vendors including SALT RIVER RECC, NELCARE, STEPHEN FOSTER DRAMA ASSOCIATION, EDELEN SIGNS, CASA OF LINCOLN TRAIL, BARDSTOWN-NELSON COUNTY AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM, NELSON COUNTY COMMUNITY CLINIC, NEW LIFE CENTER, and OLD BARDSTOWN VILLAGE INC. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 Bardstown working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, City of Bardstown is actively discussing: City of Bardstown — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Bardstown — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Bardstown — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), City Council Meeting: Wastewater Upgrade, Cellular Network, Event Support, and City Council Meeting: Flood Regulations, Pay Plan, & BASC Project Update. 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 Bardstown have?
City of Bardstown currently has 10 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (386), Public Works (189), and Utilities (64). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KY's state portal, and other sources.