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City of Emporia bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Emporia logoEmporia, Kansas
Latest pre-RFP
Sep 2, 2026
2 months ago
Pre-RFPs
30
Open bids
1+
Next due Nov 10
Contracts
1,362
616 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

30 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Emporia's meetings, most in professional services and equipment. The latest, from Sep 2: Planning for Multiple Stormwater & Sewer Projects.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 10. Latest awards: Emporia Chamber of Commerce for emporia Extends Visit Emporia Funding Agreement (Sep 2026) and Regional Development Association for emporia Approves 2026 Regional Development Agreement (Sep 2026).

Latest pre-RFP Sep 2

30 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Emporia. Get the ones that fit you, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Open bids and RFPs

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

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Emporia buys from, taken from council records. 1,362 contracts with 616 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Emporia

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

City of Emporia currently works with 616 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 79 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 Emporia?

Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Emporia include City of Emporia — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Emporia — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Emporia — 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 Emporia publish RFPs?

City of Emporia publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 206 solicitations from City of Emporia. 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 Emporia?

At City of Emporia, 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, Police, and Human Resources. 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 79 decision-makers at City of Emporia.

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What does City of Emporia spend the most on?

Based on 5,135 tracked contracts, City of Emporia spends most on Capital Projects (3,323), Public Works (1,147), Grants (417), Recreation & Community Services (133), and Environmental Services (115). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Emporia's current vendors?

City of Emporia currently works with vendors including EMPORIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION, BPI, HOOD & ASSOCIATES CPA PC, PRAIRIE PAWS, GAME ONE, REED COMPANY LLC, KDOT, and KANSAS DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE AND PARKS. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and CONSULTING. 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 Emporia working on?

Based on 3 tracked meetings, City of Emporia is actively discussing: City of Emporia — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Emporia — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Emporia — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026). 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 Emporia have?

City of Emporia currently has 206 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,323), Public Works (1,147), and Grants (417). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KS's state portal, and other sources.

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