City of Bradenton bids, RFPs and contracts
Bradenton, FloridaPop. 58,014 · cityofbradenton.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 29, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 104
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 164
- Contracts
- 3,362
- 993 vendors
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104 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Bradenton's meetings, most in parks & recreation and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 29: CRA Historic Preservation and Mixed-Use Redevelopment Project.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc for bradenton Schedules Jacobs Water Plant Dam Inspection (Sep 2026) and Onsolve LLC for bradenton Previously Contracted With OnSolve for Alerts (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Bradenton's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Bradenton has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Bradenton buys from, taken from council records. 3,362 contracts with 993 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Bradenton.
Questions about City of Bradenton
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Bradenton?
City of Bradenton currently works with 993 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 524 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 Bradenton?
Small purchases under FL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Bradenton include City of Bradenton — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Bradenton City Council: Employee Recognition, Affordability, Initiatives, and Bradenton Water Reclamation Facility: Permit Limit Exceedance Reported, 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 Bradenton publish RFPs?
City of Bradenton publishes formal RFPs on its official website and FL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 164 solicitations from City of Bradenton. 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 Bradenton?
At City of Bradenton, 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. 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 524 decision-makers at City of Bradenton.
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What does City of Bradenton spend the most on?
Based on 1,915 tracked contracts, City of Bradenton spends most on Capital Projects (1,080), Public Works (408), Grants (249), Environmental Services (94), and Public Safety (84). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, 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 Bradenton's current vendors?
City of Bradenton currently works with vendors including JACOBS ENGINEERING GROUP INC, ONSOLVE LLC, NEWSTAR DEVELOPMENT, MADER ELECTRIC INC, PHBGF VENTURES LLC, AIRGAS SPECIALTY PRODUCTS INC, NDC CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, and FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT (FPL). These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, 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 Bradenton working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, City of Bradenton is actively discussing: City of Bradenton — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Bradenton City Council: Employee Recognition, Affordability, Initiatives, Bradenton Water Reclamation Facility: Permit Limit Exceedance Reported, Bradenton WRF: Chlorine Residual Violation & Corrective Actions (11/16/2025), and Manhole Overflow at Bradenton WRF: Non-Compliance Report & Corrective Action. 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 Bradenton have?
City of Bradenton currently has 164 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,080), Public Works (408), and Grants (249). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, FL's state portal, and other sources.