City of Flint bids, RFPs and contracts
Flint, MichiganPop. 79,306 · cityofflint.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 143
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Oct 28
- Contracts
- 7,461
- 1,475 vendors
The 30-second brief
143 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Flint's meetings, most in public safety and grants. The latest, from Oct 22: Youth Job Readiness and Workforce Training Grant.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Oct 28. Latest awards: Trio Paint for flint Considers General Contractor Contract With Trio Paint (Not to exceed $200,000 per year; $600,000 over three years, Oct 2026) and Food Bank of Eastern Michigan for flint Considers $715,444 Food Bank Agreement ($715,444.50, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Flint's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Flint is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Flint buys from, taken from council records. 7,461 contracts with 1,475 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Flint.
Questions about City of Flint
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Flint?
City of Flint currently works with 1,475 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, FOOD_SERVICES, STAFFING, MAINTENANCE, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 87 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 Flint?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Flint include City of Flint — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Flint — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Flint — 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 Flint publish RFPs?
City of Flint publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 496 solicitations from City of Flint. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Flint?
At City of Flint, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 87 decision-makers at City of Flint.
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What does City of Flint spend the most on?
Based on 3,198 tracked contracts, City of Flint spends most on Capital Projects (1,065), Grants (919), Public Works (490), Public Safety (443), and Equipment (281). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, FOOD_SERVICES, STAFFING, MAINTENANCE, 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 Flint's current vendors?
City of Flint currently works with vendors including TRIO PAINT, FOOD BANK OF EASTERN MICHIGAN, NORTH FLINT REINVESTMENT CORPORATION, M & M PAVEMENT, CATHOLIC CHARITIES, GENESEE COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION, MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, PROGRESSIVE COMPANIES, L&C EMS CONSULTING LLC, and MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS INC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, FOOD_SERVICES, STAFFING, MAINTENANCE, 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 Flint working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, City of Flint is actively discussing: City of Flint — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Flint — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Flint — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Flint City Council Meeting Summary: Budget, Contracts, and ARPA Funds, and Flint City Council Meeting: Approvals, Grants, & Strategic Initiatives. 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 Flint have?
City of Flint currently has 496 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,065), Grants (919), and Public Works (490). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.