City of Cleveland bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 3, 2026
- 3 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 33
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 26
- Contracts
- 475
- 228 vendors
The 30-second brief
33 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Cleveland's meetings, most in public works and parks & recreation. The latest, from Nov 3: Airport grant-funded project engineering and design.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Ten-8 Fire & Safety LLC for cleveland Considers SCBA Air Pack Purchase (Oct 2026) and Watkins & Eager for cleveland Considers Watkins and Eager Bond Engagement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Cleveland's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Cleveland has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Cleveland buys from, taken from council records. 475 contracts with 228 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Cleveland.
Questions about City of Cleveland
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Cleveland?
City of Cleveland currently works with 228 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, LEGAL, UTILITIES, OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 40 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 Cleveland?
Small purchases under MS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Cleveland include City of Cleveland — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Cleveland — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Cleveland — 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 Cleveland publish RFPs?
City of Cleveland publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 26 solicitations from City of Cleveland. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Cleveland?
At City of Cleveland, 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 Water, Public Works, Police, Municipal Court, and Wastewater. 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 40 decision-makers at City of Cleveland.
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What does City of Cleveland spend the most on?
Based on 784 tracked contracts, City of Cleveland spends most on Capital Projects (359), Public Works (273), Grants (65), Public Updates (49), and Public Safety (38). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, LEGAL, UTILITIES, OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Cleveland's current vendors?
City of Cleveland currently works with vendors including TEN-8 FIRE & SAFETY LLC, WATKINS & EAGER, MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS, STANTON, BIG FRONT PORCH, BCCAA, DAVID SMITH CONSTRUCTION, MERIDIAN WASTE, RENOVA, and RETAIL STRATEGIES. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, LEGAL, UTILITIES, OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 Cleveland working on?
Based on 24 tracked meetings, City of Cleveland is actively discussing: City of Cleveland — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Cleveland — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Cleveland — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Cleveland Board Meeting: Police Station, Grants, Solicitation Act Discussed, and Cleveland Planning Commission Meeting: Approvals, Rezoning, and Ordinances. 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 Cleveland have?
City of Cleveland currently has 26 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (359), Public Works (273), and Grants (65). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MS's state portal, and other sources.