City of Calimesa bids, RFPs and contracts
Calimesa, CaliforniaPop. 11,111 · calimesa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 57
- 18 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 59
- Contracts
- 741
- 391 vendors
The 30-second brief
57 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Calimesa's meetings, most in capital projects and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 19: On October 19, 2026 the council considered a purchase and sale agreement with Stearns Properties, LP for property interests needed for the Calimesa Boulevard Realignment at Singleton Road Project. The deal priced the easements and temporary construction rights at $396,000, with closing costs estimated at no more than $10,000. The project includes widening Calimesa Boulevard and Singleton Road, new curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and a signalized intersection. The remaining sales angle is right-of-way support and adjacent project delivery on a funded capital job.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Updates.
Latest awards: John Hancock USA for calimesa Register Includes John Hancock Contribution ($4,702.06, Oct 2026) and Exam Professionals Inc for calimesa Register Includes Exam Professionals Services ($585.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Calimesa's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Calimesa has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Calimesa buys from, taken from council records. 741 contracts with 391 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Calimesa.
Questions about City of Calimesa
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Calimesa?
City of Calimesa currently works with 391 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, LEGAL, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 45 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 Calimesa?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Calimesa include City of Calimesa — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Calimesa — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Calimesa — 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 Calimesa publish RFPs?
City of Calimesa publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 59 solicitations from City of Calimesa. 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 Calimesa?
At City of Calimesa, 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 Fire, Senior Services, Police, Building & Inspections, and Engineering. 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 45 decision-makers at City of Calimesa.
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What does City of Calimesa spend the most on?
Based on 637 tracked contracts, City of Calimesa spends most on Capital Projects (378), Public Works (95), Public Updates (69), Recreation & Community Services (52), and Public Safety (43). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, LEGAL, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Calimesa's current vendors?
City of Calimesa currently works with vendors including JOHN HANCOCK USA, EXAM PROFESSIONALS INC, HOT UNIFORMS INC, RICHARDS, WATSON & GERS…, DMC TREE CARE INC, 8X8 INC, MUNICIPAL FINANCE OF MERIDIAN ID LLC, RHA LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS …, and COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, LEGAL, and MAINTENANCE. 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 Calimesa working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, City of Calimesa is actively discussing: City of Calimesa — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Calimesa — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Calimesa — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Calimesa Council Approves Backhoe, Grant Application, and GIS Agreement, and Calimesa Council: Bank Purchase, Budget Amendments, and Employee Compensation. 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 Calimesa have?
City of Calimesa currently has 59 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (378), Public Works (95), and Public Updates (69). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.