City of Coldwater bids, RFPs and contracts
KansasPop. 679 · coldwaterks.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 14, 2026
- 54 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 6
- Contracts
- 248
- 172 vendors
- Decision makers
- 2
The 30-second brief
6 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Coldwater's meetings, most in public works and transportation. The latest, from Sep 14: At its September 14, 2026 meeting, the council agreed to move forward with annual limb pickup, and also after bad storms. Mayor Paul Alvarez and Public Works Director Charlie Austin both supported doing it annually. This creates an ongoing city maintenance service need, even though no vendor or dollar amount was named.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Vance Brothers for vance Brothers Performs Annual Street Chip Sealing (Sep 2026) and Viking Industrial for viking Industrial Scheduled for Water Tower Inspection (Sep 2026).
6 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Coldwater. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Coldwater's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Coldwater buys from, taken from council records. 248 contracts with 172 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Coldwater.
Questions about City of Coldwater
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Coldwater?
City of Coldwater currently works with 172 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 2 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 Coldwater?
Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Coldwater include City of Coldwater — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Coldwater — 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 Coldwater publish RFPs?
City of Coldwater publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Coldwater?
At City of Coldwater, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 2 decision-makers at City of Coldwater.
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What does City of Coldwater spend the most on?
Based on 331 tracked contracts, City of Coldwater spends most on Capital Projects (170), Public Works (101), Public Safety (24), Environmental Services (18), and Recreation & Community Services (18). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Coldwater's current vendors?
City of Coldwater currently works with vendors including VANCE BROTHERS, VIKING INDUSTRIAL, BRUCKNER, DANNY, CINTAS, HICKMAN ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, KAT CONSTRUCTION, CLAY UNRUH, CIRCLE C/ VANCE BROTHERS, BENYSHEK, JAMI, and BROOKS PLUMBING. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, and CONSULTING. 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 Coldwater working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, City of Coldwater is actively discussing: City of Coldwater — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Coldwater — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026). 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.