City of Gaithersburg bids, RFPs and contracts
Gaithersburg, MarylandPop. 71,113 · gaithersburgmd.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 29, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 167
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Nov 4
- Contracts
- 383
- 289 vendors
The 30-second brief
167 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Gaithersburg's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and professional services. The latest, from Oct 29: Old Town Corridor Streetscape Lighting and Furniture Enhancements.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: PEPCO for gaithersburg Authorizes Pepco Utility Relocation Agreement (Oct 2026) and Plano-coudon LLC ($97,000, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Gaithersburg's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Gaithersburg is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Gaithersburg buys from, taken from council records. 383 contracts with 289 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Gaithersburg.
Questions about City of Gaithersburg
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Gaithersburg?
City of Gaithersburg currently works with 289 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 92 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 Gaithersburg?
Small purchases under MD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Gaithersburg include City of Gaithersburg — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Gaithersburg — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Gaithersburg RFP 2026-015 Addendum: Vending Service Clarifications, 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 Gaithersburg publish RFPs?
City of Gaithersburg publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 183 solicitations from City of Gaithersburg. 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 Gaithersburg?
At City of Gaithersburg, 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 Long Range Planning, and Information Technology. 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 92 decision-makers at City of Gaithersburg.
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What does City of Gaithersburg spend the most on?
Based on 1,974 tracked contracts, City of Gaithersburg spends most on Capital Projects (1,238), Public Works (322), Grants (161), Recreation & Community Services (138), and Environmental Services (115). Contract types include UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, 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 Gaithersburg's current vendors?
City of Gaithersburg currently works with vendors including PEPCO, PLANO-COUDON LLC, RAFTELIS, EVERGREEN SOLUTIONS LLC, MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS, J. VILLA CONSTRUCTION INC, GAITHERSBURG FARMERS SUPPLY INC DBA RIPPEON EQUIPMENT CO, CMC NORTH AMERICA INC, and IMEC GROUP LLC. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, 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 Gaithersburg working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, City of Gaithersburg is actively discussing: City of Gaithersburg — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Gaithersburg — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Gaithersburg RFP 2026-015 Addendum: Vending Service Clarifications, Addendum #1: Gaithersburg Staffing Assessment RFP - Q&A and Clarifications, and Gaithersburg: Addendum Issued for One-Ton Dump Truck Bid (RFB2026-014). 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 Gaithersburg have?
City of Gaithersburg currently has 183 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,238), Public Works (322), and Grants (161). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MD's state portal, and other sources.