City of Dearborn Heights bids, RFPs and contracts
Dearborn Heights, MichiganPop. 60,664 · dearbornheightsmi.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- Today
- Pre-RFPs
- 126
- 19 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Oct 30
- Contracts
- 11,510
- 1,877 vendors
The 30-second brief
126 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Dearborn Heights's meetings, most in public safety and grants. The latest, from Oct 27: Comptroller Baydoun is scheduled to present a FEMA grant acceptance amendment on October 27, 2026. The agenda does not state the amendment amount or project scope, but it shows the city is still adjusting a FEMA-funded effort. Sellers tied to grant administration, compliance, or implementation should watch the council's next decision.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
1+ open RFP, the next due Oct 30. Latest awards: MOTOROLA for dearborn Heights Approves Motorola Radio Upgrade ($27,485.00, Oct 2026) and Allied Building Service ($4,419.00; $15,190.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Dearborn Heights's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Dearborn Heights is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Dearborn Heights buys from, taken from council records. 11,510 contracts with 1,877 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Dearborn Heights.
Questions about City of Dearborn Heights
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Dearborn Heights?
City of Dearborn Heights currently works with 1,877 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, UTILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 58 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 Dearborn Heights?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Dearborn Heights include City of Dearborn Heights — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Dearborn Heights — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Dearborn Heights City Council Meeting: Key Decisions, Opportunities, Analysis, 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 Dearborn Heights publish RFPs?
City of Dearborn Heights publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 495 solicitations from City of Dearborn Heights. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Dearborn Heights?
At City of Dearborn Heights, 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, Parks & Recreation, Department of Parks and Recreation, Water Billing, 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 58 decision-makers at City of Dearborn Heights.
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What does City of Dearborn Heights spend the most on?
Based on 2,445 tracked contracts, City of Dearborn Heights spends most on Capital Projects (1,194), Public Works (556), Public Safety (296), Grants (259), and Public Services (140). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, UTILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Dearborn Heights's current vendors?
City of Dearborn Heights currently works with vendors including MOTOROLA, ALLIED BUILDING SERVICE, KELLER WILLIAMS, CENTRAL WAYNE COUNTY SANITATION AUTHORITY, HAROLD'S FRAME SHOP, HEX HORIZON, R & R FIRE TRUCK, DAVEY TREE EXPERT COMPANY, BIANCO TOURS, and GREAT LAKES WATER AUTHORITY. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, UTILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_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 Dearborn Heights working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, City of Dearborn Heights is actively discussing: City of Dearborn Heights — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Dearborn Heights — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Dearborn Heights City Council Meeting: Key Decisions, Opportunities, Analysis, Deep Pride City Council Meeting: Employee Recognition & Tree Ordinance, and Jubai City Council Discusses Veterans Affairs & Ecourse Creek Project. 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 Dearborn Heights have?
City of Dearborn Heights currently has 495 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,194), Public Works (556), and Public Safety (296). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.