City of Colton bids, RFPs and contracts
Colton, CaliforniaPop. 53,383 · coltonca.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 93
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 2,277
- 666 vendors
The 30-second brief
93 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Colton's meetings, most in professional services and public safety. The latest, from Oct 22: The council agenda scheduled award of a $913,013 construction contract to PTM General Engineering Services, Inc. for a traffic signal project at three locations. This was already at the award stage on the October 22, 2026 agenda, so the remaining value is in execution and any follow-on electrical, signal, or maintenance work tied to the install. The vote date was the next decision point.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: Berry, Charles J for colton Agenda Considers City Manager Employment Contract (Oct 2026) and Us Bank for colton Agenda Approves US Bank Payment Disbursements ($82,479.65; $665.43; $818,678.35; $14,283.44; $1,571,188.32; $1,531,351.62, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Colton's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Colton is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Colton buys from, taken from council records. 2,277 contracts with 666 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Colton.
Questions about City of Colton
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Colton?
City of Colton currently works with 666 vendors across contract types including STAFFING, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 82 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 Colton?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Colton include City of Colton — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Colton — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Colton — 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 Colton publish RFPs?
City of Colton publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 182 solicitations from City of Colton. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Colton?
At City of Colton, 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 Utilities, Human Services, and Recreation and Parks Commission. 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 82 decision-makers at City of Colton.
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What does City of Colton spend the most on?
Based on 1,911 tracked contracts, City of Colton spends most on Capital Projects (1,058), Public Works (358), Environmental Services (194), Grants (155), and Utilities (146). Contract types include STAFFING, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, 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 Colton's current vendors?
City of Colton currently works with vendors including BERRY, CHARLES J, US BANK, CRITERION AUTOMATION, and PTM GENERAL ENGINEERING SERVICES INC. These vendors span contract types like STAFFING, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, 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 Colton working on?
Based on 23 tracked meetings, City of Colton is actively discussing: City of Colton — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Colton — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Colton — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Colton Recreation & Parks Commission Reviews Park Renovation Project, and Colton Planning Commission Reviews Clinic/Hotel & Residential Projects. 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 Colton have?
City of Colton currently has 182 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,058), Public Works (358), and Environmental Services (194). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.