City of Frederick bids, RFPs and contracts
Frederick, MarylandPop. 92,059 · cityoffrederickmd.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 22 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 67
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 79
- Contracts
- 3,561
- 1,347 vendors
The 30-second brief
67 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Frederick's meetings, most in grants and transportation. The latest, from Oct 13: City Developing Strategic Cultural Plan.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Designing Local for designing Local to Present Strategic Cultural Plan (Oct 2026) and Erfurt, Edward for city Considers Edward Erfurt Crash Analysis Studio Offer (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Frederick's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Frederick has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Frederick buys from, taken from council records. 3,561 contracts with 1,347 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Frederick.
Questions about City of Frederick
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Frederick?
City of Frederick currently works with 1,347 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 337 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 Frederick?
Small purchases under MD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Frederick include City of Frederick — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Frederick — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Frederick — 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 Frederick publish RFPs?
City of Frederick publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 79 solicitations from City of Frederick. 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 Frederick?
At City of Frederick, 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 Police, Public Works, and Police Department > Fpd Sworn Personnel. 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 337 decision-makers at City of Frederick.
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What does City of Frederick spend the most on?
Based on 10,991 tracked contracts, City of Frederick spends most on Capital Projects (7,844), Public Works (1,403), Grants (952), Environmental Services (403), and Recreation & Community Services (389). Contract types include CONSULTING, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Frederick's current vendors?
City of Frederick currently works with vendors including DESIGNING LOCAL, ERFURT, EDWARD, STANDARD WORMANS VENTURE LP, FCSCTF INC, H MF PAVING CONTRACTORS INC, ZERODRAFT MARYLAND, GENERAL MAINTENANCE II, and CARROLL PARK MANOR COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Frederick working on?
Based on 11 tracked meetings, City of Frederick is actively discussing: City of Frederick — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Frederick — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Frederick — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Frederick City Park & Rec Policies: Business Impact Analysis [Updated], and City of Frederick Partners with BHS for Employee Assistance Program. 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 Frederick have?
City of Frederick currently has 79 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (7,844), Public Works (1,403), and Grants (952). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MD's state portal, and other sources.