City of Dayton bids, RFPs and contracts
Dayton, KentuckyPop. 5,974 · daytonky.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 54
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 31
- Contracts
- 300
- 125 vendors
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54 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Dayton's meetings, most in parks & recreation and public works. The latest, from Oct 14: Personnel Policy Renewal and Update Project.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Cincinnati Off-road Alliance Incorporated (Oct 2026) and Cincinnati Off -road Alliance Inc for dayton Considers Trail License Agreement With Alliance (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Dayton's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Dayton has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Dayton buys from, taken from council records. 300 contracts with 125 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Dayton.
Questions about City of Dayton
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Dayton?
City of Dayton currently works with 125 vendors across contract types including OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 19 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?
Small purchases under KY's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Dayton include City of Dayton — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Dayton — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Board Approves Variance for Vining Capital Property on 8th Avenue, 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 publish RFPs?
City of Dayton publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KY's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 31 solicitations from City of Dayton. 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?
At City of Dayton, 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 City Council, Public Works, Building & Inspections, City Clerk, and Police. 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 19 decision-makers at City of Dayton.
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What does City of Dayton spend the most on?
Based on 738 tracked contracts, City of Dayton spends most on Capital Projects (341), Public Works (229), Grants (57), Public Safety (56), and Public Updates (55). Contract types include OTHER, 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 Dayton's current vendors?
City of Dayton currently works with vendors including CINCINNATI OFF-ROAD ALLIANCE INCORPORATED, CINCINNATI OFF -ROAD ALLIANCE INC, COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY TRANSPORTATION CABINET, JTM SMITH CONSTRUCTION INC, CINCINNATI OFF-ROAD ALLIANCE, ALAN STONE CO INC, and ALAN STONE COMPANY INC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, 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 Dayton working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, City of Dayton is actively discussing: City of Dayton — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Dayton — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Board Approves Variance for Vining Capital Property on 8th Avenue, Dayton City Council Meeting: Zoning, Security, and Planning Addressed, and City Council Approves Riverfront Construction, Velo Bonds, Transit Support. 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 have?
City of Dayton currently has 31 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (341), Public Works (229), and Grants (57). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KY's state portal, and other sources.