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City of Coquitlam bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Coquitlam logoCoquitlam, BC
Latest pre-RFP
Sep 23, 2026
51 days ago
Pre-RFPs
41
Open bids
11+
Next due Nov 20
Contracts
32
25 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

41 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Coquitlam's meetings, most in environmental services and transportation. The latest, from Sep 22: City of Coquitlam pilots locking waste carts and expands multi-stream services.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Recreation & Community Services and Transportation.

How they buy

11+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 20. Latest awards: IPSOS for ipsos Conducted Coquitlam Community Satisfaction Survey (Sep 2026) and Big Brothers for big Brothers Operates United Boulevard Reuse Area (Sep 2026).

Latest pre-RFP Sep 23

41 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Coquitlam. Get the ones that fit you, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Coquitlam's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Coquitlam is accepting responses to now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Coquitlam buys from, taken from council records. 32 contracts with 25 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Coquitlam.

Questions about City of Coquitlam

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Coquitlam?

City of Coquitlam currently works with 25 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TRANSPORTATION, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 29 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 Coquitlam?

Small purchases under BC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Coquitlam include City of Coquitlam — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and City of Coquitlam — Procurement Intelligence (February 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 Coquitlam publish RFPs?

City of Coquitlam publishes formal RFPs on its official website and BC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 389 solicitations from City of Coquitlam. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Recreation & Community Services, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Coquitlam?

At City of Coquitlam, 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 Environment Division, Environment, Engineering and Public Works, Engineering and Public Works, Engineering and Public Works – Transportation, and City Clerk's Office, Legislative Services. 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 29 decision-makers at City of Coquitlam.

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What does City of Coquitlam spend the most on?

Based on 217 tracked contracts, City of Coquitlam spends most on Capital Projects (126), Recreation & Community Services (36), Transportation (22), Parks & Recreation (18), and Community & Outreach (15). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TRANSPORTATION, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Coquitlam's current vendors?

City of Coquitlam currently works with vendors including IPSOS, BIG BROTHERS, RECYCLE BC, CONVERTUS, LIME, ICBC, RAINCITY HOUSING, and BCWS. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TRANSPORTATION, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. 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 Coquitlam working on?

Based on 2 tracked meetings, City of Coquitlam is actively discussing: City of Coquitlam — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and City of Coquitlam — Procurement Intelligence (February 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.

How many active solicitations does City of Coquitlam have?

City of Coquitlam currently has 389 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (126), Recreation & Community Services (36), and Transportation (22). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, BC's state portal, and other sources.

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