City of Chardon bids, RFPs and contracts
Chardon, OhioPop. 5,251 · cityofchardon.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 15
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 14
- Contracts
- 355
- 205 vendors
The 30-second brief
15 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Chardon's meetings, most in capital projects and transportation. The latest, from Oct 27: At its October 27, 2026 regular session, the Planning Commission listed PC Case #26-017 for a variance to the maximum accessory building height requirement for construction of a new press box at 424 North Street. The applicant was Jeffrey Henderson on behalf of Chardon Local Schools. The agenda scheduled the case for hearing; no decision was recorded in this document.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Fairmount Center for the Arts for fairmount Center Named Geauga Theater Finalist (Sep 2026) and Board of Education of the Chardon Local School District for chardon Approves School Officer Agreement (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Chardon's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Chardon has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Chardon buys from, taken from council records. 355 contracts with 205 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Chardon.
Questions about City of Chardon
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Chardon?
City of Chardon currently works with 205 vendors across contract types including OTHER, STAFFING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 95 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 Chardon?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Chardon include City of Chardon — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Chardon — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Chardon — 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 Chardon publish RFPs?
City of Chardon publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 14 solicitations from City of Chardon. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Chardon?
At City of Chardon, 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 Finance, City Council, Health, Solid Waste, 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 95 decision-makers at City of Chardon.
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What does City of Chardon spend the most on?
Based on 619 tracked contracts, City of Chardon spends most on Capital Projects (431), Public Works (102), Public Safety (32), Public Services (31), and Recreation & Community Services (23). Contract types include OTHER, STAFFING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Chardon's current vendors?
City of Chardon currently works with vendors including FAIRMOUNT CENTER FOR THE ARTS, BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE CHARDON LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, CURTAIN 440, LEVELHEADS, GPD, OHIO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, EYE STUD LLC, OCJS, COUNTY OF GEAUGA, and WALTER H DRANE. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, STAFFING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Chardon working on?
Based on 18 tracked meetings, City of Chardon is actively discussing: City of Chardon — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Chardon — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Chardon — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Chardon City Council Meeting: Budget, Legal Services, Cable Access Discussed, and Chardon Planning Commission Discusses Center Street Use Variance Request. 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 Chardon have?
City of Chardon currently has 14 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (431), Public Works (102), and Public Safety (32). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.