City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities bids, RFPs and contracts
Fresno, Californiafresno.gov/publicutilities- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 11 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 173
- 17 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 11
- Contracts
- 4,399
- 1,295 vendors
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173 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities's meetings, most in capital projects and transportation. The latest, from Oct 22: $10.36M Caltrans HSIP Cycle 13 Grant Application Authorized.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Transportation.
Latest awards: Fire Apparatus Solutions for fresno Plans $3 Million Fire Apparatus Purchase ($3,028,906.92, Oct 2026) and Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission Advance Peace Program for fresno Plans $950,000 Advance Peace Agreement (Not to exceed $950,000, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities buys from, taken from council records. 4,399 contracts with 1,295 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities.
Questions about City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities?
City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities currently works with 1,295 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and FOOD_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 7 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 Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (737), Grants (463), and Transportation (429), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities publish RFPs?
City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities?
At City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Department of Public Works, Department of Public Works — Traffic and Engineering Services Division, Department of Public Works — Special Projects & Capital Management / High-Speed Rail and Special Projects Division, Office of the City Manager, and Parks, After School, Recreation, and Community Services (PARCS) Department. 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 7 decision-makers at City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities.
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What does City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities spend the most on?
Based on 2,140 tracked contracts, City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities spends most on Capital Projects (737), Grants (463), Transportation (429), Parks & Recreation (267), and Public Works (244). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and FOOD_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities's current vendors?
City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities currently works with vendors including FIRE APPARATUS SOLUTIONS, FRESNO ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES COMMISSION ADVANCE PEACE PROGRAM, COMMUNE COMMUNICATION CORP, KIMLEY-HORN & ASSOCIATES INC, AVISON CONSTRUCTION INC, PROVOST & PRITCHARD ENGINEERING GROUP INC DBA PROVOST & PRITCHARD CONSULTING GROUP, WORKNOW LLC, HABITAT FOR HUMANITY FRESNO INC, and UNITED PARCEL SERVICES INC. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and FOOD_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities have?
City of Fresno - Dept. of Public Utilities currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (737), Grants (463), and Transportation (429). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.