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City of Fairbury bids, RFPs and contracts

Fairbury, Nebraska
Latest pre-RFP
Sep 14, 2026
50 days ago
Pre-RFPs
27
Bids and RFPs
103
Contracts
962
341 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

27 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Fairbury's meetings, most in utilities and public works. The latest, from Sep 14: Permit Sought for Commercial Auction House.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: Sims, Paren for reimbursement to Curator for Plant Purchases ($140.74, Aug 2026) and KINETIC for kinetic Credit Approved on Museum Claims ($117.94 (credit), Aug 2026).

Latest pre-RFP Sep 14

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

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Fairbury has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Fairbury buys from, taken from council records. 962 contracts with 341 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Fairbury

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

City of Fairbury currently works with 341 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 16 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 Fairbury?

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

City of Fairbury publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NE's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 103 solicitations from City of Fairbury. 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 Fairbury?

At City of Fairbury, 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 Community Development, Administration, Public Works, Utilities, and Code Enforcement. 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 16 decision-makers at City of Fairbury.

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What does City of Fairbury spend the most on?

Based on 479 tracked contracts, City of Fairbury spends most on Capital Projects (287), Public Works (96), Grants (55), Utilities (22), and Environmental Services (19). Contract types include SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Fairbury's current vendors?

City of Fairbury currently works with vendors including SIMS, PAREN, KINETIC, BLUE VALLEY DOOR, TONY ONCE, FAIRBURY LIGHT & WATER, PRELLWITZ, ACE HARDWARE, BONHAM THEATER, RAIN BIRD CO, and STEWART LAWN CARE. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. 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 Fairbury working on?

Based on 20 tracked meetings, City of Fairbury is actively discussing: City of Fairbury — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Fairbury — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Fairbury — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Fairbury City Council Meeting: Land Acquisition & Service Agreements OK'd, and South Jefferson Land Bank Meeting: ECAP Applications & Land Management. 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 Fairbury have?

City of Fairbury currently has 103 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (287), Public Works (96), and Grants (55). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NE's state portal, and other sources.

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