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City of Brooklyn bids, RFPs and contracts

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Latest pre-RFP
Oct 19, 2026
15 days ago
Pre-RFPs
16
2 in the last 30 days
Contracts
6,132
702 vendors
Decision makers
12

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

16 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Brooklyn's meetings, most in public works and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 19: New Prefabricated Splash Pad System and Park Amenities Planned.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: Lakeside Equipment for brooklyn Approves Sewer Plant Parts Purchase ($192.00, Oct 2026) and Hickenbottom Inc for brooklyn Approves Hickenbottom Supplies Payment ($100.47, Oct 2026).

16 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 19

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Brooklyn buys from, taken from council records. 6,132 contracts with 702 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Brooklyn

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

City of Brooklyn currently works with 702 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 12 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 Brooklyn?

Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Brooklyn include City of Brooklyn — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Brooklyn — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Brooklyn City Council Meeting Summary: Approvals, Finances, and Discussions, 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 Brooklyn publish RFPs?

City of Brooklyn publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Brooklyn?

At City of Brooklyn, 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 Parks & Recreation. 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 12 decision-makers at City of Brooklyn.

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What does City of Brooklyn spend the most on?

Based on 1,937 tracked contracts, City of Brooklyn spends most on Capital Projects (1,162), Public Works (520), Library (97), Environmental Services (87), and Public Safety (71). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Brooklyn's current vendors?

City of Brooklyn currently works with vendors including LAKESIDE EQUIPMENT, HICKENBOTTOM INC, TREAS. ST. OF IA, POWESHIEK CO. SHERIFF, BROOKLYN GROCERY, UNITED HEALTHCARE, OUTDOOR RECREATION PRODUCTS, GLOBAL REACH, IPERS, and CINTAS LOC 22M. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. 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 Brooklyn working on?

Based on 14 tracked meetings, City of Brooklyn is actively discussing: City of Brooklyn — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Brooklyn — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Brooklyn City Council Meeting Summary: Approvals, Finances, and Discussions, Brooklyn City Council Meeting: Financial Approvals & Mowing Bid Solicitation, and Brooklyn City Council Meeting: Finance, Community Center Board, and Approvals. 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.

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