City of Downey bids, RFPs and contracts
Downey, CaliforniaPop. 108,468 · downeyca.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 103
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 10
- Contracts
- 953
- 542 vendors
The 30-second brief
103 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Downey's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and transportation. The latest, from Oct 13: The council considered acceptance of the completed HVAC upgrade at McCaughan Gymnasium, CIP No. 26-16, and a final contract amount of $390,121. The report says the work had already been awarded to FM Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc. on January 27, 2026 and was completed on March 16, 2026. The project is now in closeout, which is useful incumbent intelligence for maintenance, warranty, and follow-on facility work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Safety and Public Works.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 10. Latest awards: Mission Communications LLC for downey Pays Mission Communications Under Annual Contract ($682.20, Oct 2026) and DATAPROSE for downey Pays DataProse for Billing Services ($8,547.13, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Downey's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Downey is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Downey buys from, taken from council records. 953 contracts with 542 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Downey.
Questions about City of Downey
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Downey?
City of Downey currently works with 542 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, UTILITIES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 74 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 Downey?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Downey include City of Downey — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Downey — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Downey — Procurement Intelligence (January 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 Downey publish RFPs?
City of Downey publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 63 solicitations from City of Downey. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Safety, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Downey?
At City of Downey, 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, 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 74 decision-makers at City of Downey.
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What does City of Downey spend the most on?
Based on 445 tracked contracts, City of Downey spends most on Capital Projects (204), Public Safety (74), Public Works (70), Information Technology (58), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (39). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, UTILITIES, 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 Downey's current vendors?
City of Downey currently works with vendors including MISSION COMMUNICATIONS LLC, DATAPROSE, BTI COMMUNICATIONS GROUP LTD, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS CO, BERNARD BROTHERS INC, MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS, TOQUE INC, AMTECH ELEVATOR SERVICES, STAR-DUST TOURS INC DBA THE BUS, and GONZALEZ, NADIA. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, UTILITIES, 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 Downey working on?
Based on 6 tracked meetings, City of Downey is actively discussing: City of Downey — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Downey — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Downey — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Downey Planning Commission Approves Commercial Developments, and Planning Commission Approves Dance Studio Permit, Reviews Housing Updates. 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 Downey have?
City of Downey currently has 63 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (204), Public Safety (74), and Public Works (70). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.