City of Florence bids, RFPs and contracts
Florence, KentuckyPop. 34,018 · florence-ky.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 8, 2026
- 19 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 43
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Oct 29
- Contracts
- 236
- 145 vendors
The 30-second brief
43 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Florence's meetings, most in public safety and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 8: Updated fee and charge schedule relating to water meter costs, installation charges, water meter purchase charges, and connection/impact fees.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Oct 29. Latest awards: Jdv Ventures LLC for city to Partner with JDV Ventures on Bond-Financed Project (Aug 2026) and Already Autism Health for plan Change for Already Autism Health Playground (Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Florence's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Florence is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Florence buys from, taken from council records. 236 contracts with 145 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Florence.
Questions about City of Florence
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Florence?
City of Florence currently works with 145 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 12 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 Florence?
Small purchases under KY's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Florence include City of Florence — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Florence — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Florence — 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 Florence publish RFPs?
City of Florence publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KY's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 162 solicitations from City of Florence. 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 Florence?
At City of Florence, 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 12 decision-makers at City of Florence.
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What does City of Florence spend the most on?
Based on 1,050 tracked contracts, City of Florence spends most on Capital Projects (737), Public Works (112), Public Safety (76), Recreation & Community Services (70), and Grants (55). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Florence's current vendors?
City of Florence currently works with vendors including JDV VENTURES LLC, ALREADY AUTISM HEALTH, MACKENZIE & PAIGE LOGISTICS LLC, GOVDEALS.COM, COUNTY OF BOONE, KENTUCKY, CITY OF FLORENCE PUBLIC PROPERTIES CORPORATION, and COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY TRANSPORTATION CABINET DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and FACILITIES. 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 Florence working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, City of Florence is actively discussing: City of Florence — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Florence — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Florence — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Bids Solicited: 2026 Commercial-Public Street Striping Project, Florence, KY, and Florence, KY: Bids Open for Senior Center Retaining Wall Demolition. 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 Florence have?
City of Florence currently has 162 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (737), Public Works (112), and Public Safety (76). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KY's state portal, and other sources.