City of Burnaby bids, RFPs and contracts
Burnaby, BCPop. 249,125 · burnaby.ca- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 120
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 5+
- Next due Nov 4
- Contracts
- 1,353
- 675 vendors
The 30-second brief
120 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Burnaby's meetings, most in transportation and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 13: SkyTrain Corridor Parking Demand and Curbside Study.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Recreation & Community Services and Grants.
5+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: Burnaby Neighbourhood House Society (Oct 2026) and Rare Properties for RARE Properties Retained for Garage Design Services (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Burnaby's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Burnaby is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Burnaby buys from, taken from council records. 1,353 contracts with 675 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Burnaby.
Questions about City of Burnaby
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Burnaby?
City of Burnaby currently works with 675 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, and LICENSE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 24 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 Burnaby?
Small purchases under BC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Burnaby include City of Burnaby — Procurement Intelligence (February 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 Burnaby publish RFPs?
City of Burnaby publishes formal RFPs on its official website and BC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 281 solicitations from City of Burnaby. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Recreation & Community Services, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Burnaby?
At City of Burnaby, 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 Legislative Services, and Lands and Facilities Department. 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 24 decision-makers at City of Burnaby.
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What does City of Burnaby spend the most on?
Based on 4,120 tracked contracts, City of Burnaby spends most on Capital Projects (2,592), Recreation & Community Services (528), Grants (457), Public Works (301), and Transportation (242). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, and LICENSE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Burnaby's current vendors?
City of Burnaby currently works with vendors including BURNABY NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE SOCIETY, RARE PROPERTIES, JANSON, EBONY, ICANCONNECT, SFU DEPARTMENT OF GERONTOLOGY, MUSE CANNABIS, MUSE CANNABIS STORE THRIVE LIQUOR & CANNABIS ADVISORS REBECCA HARDIN, and CITY OF NEW WESTMINSTER. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, and LICENSE. 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 Burnaby working on?
Based on 1 tracked meeting, City of Burnaby is actively discussing: City of Burnaby — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026). 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 Burnaby have?
City of Burnaby currently has 281 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,592), Recreation & Community Services (528), and Grants (457). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, BC's state portal, and other sources.