City of Fond Du Lac bids, RFPs and contracts
Fond du Lac, WisconsinPop. 44,541 · fdl.wi.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 104
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 18
- Contracts
- 2,214
- 811 vendors
The 30-second brief
104 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Fond Du Lac's meetings, most in grants and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 28: The city published a notice that it was applying for a Wisconsin Department of Transportation federal grant request of $135,000 under Section 5307 for a 2027 transit capital budget item. The program of projects was one paratransit vehicle with a $108,000 federal share and $27,000 local share. The public hearing was scheduled for October 28, 2026, so the buying trigger was grant funding for transit fleet replacement.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Parks & Recreation.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 18. Latest awards: Salute the Troops Inc for gobblefest Alcohol License Considered for Salute Troops (Oct 2026) and Downtown Fdl Partnership (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Fond Du Lac's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Fond Du Lac is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Fond Du Lac buys from, taken from council records. 2,214 contracts with 811 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Fond Du Lac.
Questions about City of Fond Du Lac
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Fond Du Lac?
City of Fond Du Lac currently works with 811 vendors across contract types including LICENSE, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 62 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 Fond Du Lac?
Small purchases under WI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Fond Du Lac include City of Fond du Lac — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Fond du Lac City Council Meeting: Approvals, Zoning, and Development, and Fond du Lac Traffic Board Approves Parking Restrictions, Stop Signs, 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 Fond Du Lac publish RFPs?
City of Fond Du Lac publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 108 solicitations from City of Fond Du Lac. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Parks & Recreation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Fond Du Lac?
At City of Fond Du Lac, 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 Local 400, Community Risk Reduction & Life Safety, Administration, 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 62 decision-makers at City of Fond Du Lac.
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What does City of Fond Du Lac spend the most on?
Based on 1,854 tracked contracts, City of Fond Du Lac spends most on Capital Projects (1,061), Public Works (296), Parks & Recreation (188), Public Safety (172), and Grants (137). Contract types include LICENSE, 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 Fond Du Lac's current vendors?
City of Fond Du Lac currently works with vendors including SALUTE THE TROOPS INC, DOWNTOWN FDL PARTNERSHIP, FOND DU LAC HOCKEY INC, TRIER-PUDDY UNIT NO. 75, and FOND DU LAC EVENING OPTIMIST. These vendors span contract types like LICENSE, 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 Fond Du Lac working on?
Based on 23 tracked meetings, City of Fond Du Lac is actively discussing: City of Fond du Lac — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Fond du Lac City Council Meeting: Approvals, Zoning, and Development, Fond du Lac Traffic Board Approves Parking Restrictions, Stop Signs, Fond du Lac Police & Fire Commission Meeting: Eligibility List Approvals, and Fond du Lac Park Board Reviews Projects & Loop Improvement 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 Fond Du Lac have?
City of Fond Du Lac currently has 108 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,061), Public Works (296), and Parks & Recreation (188). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WI's state portal, and other sources.