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City of Calera bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Calera logoCalera, Alabama
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 27, 2026
6 days ago
Pre-RFPs
73
8 in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
260
Contracts
323
166 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

73 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Calera's meetings, most in capital projects and transportation. The latest, from Oct 27: City Council Evaluating New High School Auxiliary Gymnasium.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: ALDOT for calera Considers ALDOT Traffic Signal Maintenance Agreement (Oct 2026) and Tyler Technologies for kiosk Quote Discussed With Tyler Technologies (One-time cost of $6,200, then $24,980 per year, Sep 2026).

73 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 27

8 new pre-RFPs at City of Calera this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Calera has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Calera buys from, taken from council records. 323 contracts with 166 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Calera

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

City of Calera currently works with 166 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, SUPPLIES, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 56 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 Calera?

Small purchases under AL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Calera include City of Calera — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Calera — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Calera — 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 Calera publish RFPs?

City of Calera publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 260 solicitations from City of Calera. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Updates. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Calera?

At City of Calera, 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 Building & Inspections, Library, Human Resources, City Council, and 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 56 decision-makers at City of Calera.

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What does City of Calera spend the most on?

Based on 1,320 tracked contracts, City of Calera spends most on Capital Projects (899), Public Works (146), Public Updates (106), Public Safety (104), and Grants (65). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, SUPPLIES, OTHER, 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 Calera's current vendors?

City of Calera currently works with vendors including ALDOT, TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, ADCOMP SYSTEMS, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, SCHOEL ENGINEERING COMPANY INC, and GMC. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, SUPPLIES, OTHER, 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 Calera working on?

Based on 22 tracked meetings, City of Calera is actively discussing: City of Calera — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Calera — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Calera — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Planning Meeting: Construction Updates, Zoning, and Safety Regulations, and Calera Planning Commission Reviews Rezoning Requests, Plat Extensions. 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 Calera have?

City of Calera currently has 260 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (899), Public Works (146), and Public Updates (106). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AL's state portal, and other sources.

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