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City of Davis bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Davis logoDavis, California
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 6, 2026
28 days ago
Pre-RFPs
28
6 in the last 30 days
Open bids
2+
Next due Jan 15
Contracts
1,103
552 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

28 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Davis's meetings, most in grants and utilities. The latest, from Oct 6: Street Crew Skid Steer Mini Paver Equipment Authorization.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Transportation and Grants.

How they buy

2+ open RFPs, the next due Jan 15. Latest awards: Renoir Staffing LLC for davis Recommends Renoir Property Management Agreement (Oct 2026) and Hinderliter, De Llamas & Associates Dba Hdl Companies for davis Recommends HDL Companies Tax Services Amendment (Oct 2026).

28 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 6

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Davis is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Davis buys from, taken from council records. 1,103 contracts with 552 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Davis

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

City of Davis currently works with 552 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, UTILITIES, LEGAL, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 318 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 Davis?

Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Davis include Davis Seeks Contractors: 2026 Construction Projects Prequalification, Fire Station 32 Improvements Project: Addendum 1 - Key Updates & Info, and Davis Fire Station 32: Bids Open for $200K Improvement Project (Due 11/12/25), 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 Davis publish RFPs?

City of Davis publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 36 solicitations from City of Davis. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Transportation, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Davis?

At City of Davis, 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 Public Works, Public Works Utilities and Operations, City Manager, Utilities, Parks & Recreation, and Engineering. 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 318 decision-makers at City of Davis.

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What does City of Davis spend the most on?

Based on 618 tracked contracts, City of Davis spends most on Capital Projects (286), Transportation (107), Grants (100), Administration & Finance (65), and Public Works (60). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, UTILITIES, LEGAL, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Davis's current vendors?

City of Davis currently works with vendors including RENOIR STAFFING LLC, HINDERLITER, DE LLAMAS & ASSOCIATES DBA HDL COMPANIES, KENNEDY JENKS, WEST YOST ASSOCIATES, SCIENS LLC, BULLSEYE RANCHES, T-MOBILE WEST, RICHARDS WATSON GERSHON, and MORONGO BASIN TRANSIT AUTHORITY. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, UTILITIES, LEGAL, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Davis working on?

Based on 3 tracked meetings, City of Davis is actively discussing: Davis Seeks Contractors: 2026 Construction Projects Prequalification, Fire Station 32 Improvements Project: Addendum 1 - Key Updates & Info, and Davis Fire Station 32: Bids Open for $200K Improvement Project (Due 11/12/25). 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 Davis have?

City of Davis currently has 36 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (286), Transportation (107), and Grants (100). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.

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