City of Clearlake bids, RFPs and contracts
Clearlake, CaliforniaPop. 16,893 · clearlake.ca.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 19 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 126
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 148
- Contracts
- 2,217
- 638 vendors
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126 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Clearlake's meetings, most in public services and public safety. The latest, from Oct 15: Police Department Renews Equipment Policy.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: Peace Officers Research Association for clearlake Pays Peace Officers Research Association ($570.00, Oct 2026) and Pitney Bowes for clearlake Pays Pitney Bowes for Mail Services ($849.15, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Clearlake's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Clearlake has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Clearlake buys from, taken from council records. 2,217 contracts with 638 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Clearlake.
Questions about City of Clearlake
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Clearlake?
City of Clearlake currently works with 638 vendors across contract types including OTHER, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, TRANSPORTATION, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 75 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 Clearlake?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Clearlake include City of Clearlake — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Clearlake — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Clearlake — 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 Clearlake publish RFPs?
City of Clearlake publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 148 solicitations from City of Clearlake. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Clearlake?
At City of Clearlake, 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 Departments, Public Works, Clearlake Animal Association — Animal Care & Control, and City Council. 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 75 decision-makers at City of Clearlake.
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What does City of Clearlake spend the most on?
Based on 914 tracked contracts, City of Clearlake spends most on Capital Projects (459), Public Works (198), Recreation & Community Services (99), Environmental Services (84), and Contract Admin (74). Contract types include OTHER, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, TRANSPORTATION, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Clearlake's current vendors?
City of Clearlake currently works with vendors including PEACE OFFICERS RESEARCH ASSOCIATION, PITNEY BOWES, JACOB WHEELER, FED EX, VESTIS GROUP INC, W-TRANS, COMPUTER LOGISTICS, SILVA, RAYMOND A, GOVERNMENT FINANCE SERVICES LLC, and AUTEL ROBOTICS EVO MAX 4T. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, TRANSPORTATION, and TECHNOLOGY. 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 Clearlake working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, City of Clearlake is actively discussing: City of Clearlake — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Clearlake — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Clearlake — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Clearlake City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Regulations, Strategic Planning, and Clearlake City Council Meeting: Abatement Liens, Strategic Plan, Homeless. 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 Clearlake have?
City of Clearlake currently has 148 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (459), Public Works (198), and Recreation & Community Services (99). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.