City of Dayton City bids, RFPs and contracts
Dayton, OhioPop. 136,688 · daytonohio.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 11 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 60
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 5
- Contracts
- 500
- 386 vendors
The 30-second brief
60 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Dayton City's meetings, most in capital projects and transportation. The latest, from Oct 22: The Civil Service Board scheduled a request for determination of positions for an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Coordinator. That is a staffing signal tied to smart-meter operations and possible future AMI support work. The item was on the October 22, 2026 agenda, so any hiring or classification decision would still be pending the board's vote.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 5. Latest awards: Mccluskey Chevrolet Inc for dayton Recommends Silverado Purchase for Water Department ($58,278.00, Oct 2026) and Crown Personnel Service Inc ($20,000.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Dayton City's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Dayton City is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Dayton City buys from, taken from council records. 500 contracts with 386 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Dayton City.
Questions about City of Dayton City
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Dayton City?
City of Dayton City currently works with 386 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, STAFFING, LEGAL, TECHNOLOGY, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 198 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 Dayton City?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Dayton City include City Council Meeting Summary: Key Approvals and Strategic Investments, Welcome Dayton Committee Meeting: Economic Development Focus, and Dayton City Commission Approves Significant Infrastructure and Development Projects, 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 Dayton City publish RFPs?
City of Dayton City publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 40 solicitations from City of Dayton City. 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 Dayton City?
At City of Dayton City, 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. 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 198 decision-makers at City of Dayton City.
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What does City of Dayton City spend the most on?
Based on 381 tracked contracts, City of Dayton City spends most on Capital Projects (230), Public Works (48), Grants (42), Public Safety (37), and Equipment (24). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, STAFFING, LEGAL, TECHNOLOGY, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Dayton City's current vendors?
City of Dayton City currently works with vendors including MCCLUSKEY CHEVROLET INC, CROWN PERSONNEL SERVICE INC, GARICH, PETER, DELL MARKETING LP, OHIO MACHINERY COMPANY OHIO CAT, HEIT LAW LLC, BARRETT PAVING MATERIALS INC, and MARS TOMORROW LLC. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, STAFFING, LEGAL, TECHNOLOGY, and SUPPLIES. 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 Dayton City working on?
Based on 11 tracked meetings, City of Dayton City is actively discussing: City Council Meeting Summary: Key Approvals and Strategic Investments, Welcome Dayton Committee Meeting: Economic Development Focus, Dayton City Commission Approves Significant Infrastructure and Development Projects, Dayton City Commission and Landmark Commission Meeting Highlights, and City Manager's Report & Key Decisions -. 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 Dayton City have?
City of Dayton City currently has 40 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (230), Public Works (48), and Grants (42). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.