City of Gladstone bids, RFPs and contracts
Gladstone, MichiganPop. 5,189 · gladstonemi.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 21
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 8
- None open now
- Contracts
- 253
- 169 vendors
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21 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Gladstone's meetings, most in environmental services and public works. The latest, from Oct 27: Environmental sampling and closure report for yacht harbor fuel spill.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Insight Fs for insight FS Supplies Payment Approved ($1,787.52, Dec 2025) and Core Technology Corporation for core Technology Payment Approved by Gladstone ($6,732.31, Dec 2025).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Gladstone's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Gladstone has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Gladstone buys from, taken from council records. 253 contracts with 169 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Gladstone.
Questions about City of Gladstone
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Gladstone?
City of Gladstone currently works with 169 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, and Product. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 26 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 Gladstone?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Gladstone include City Commission Meeting: Grants, Carbon Purchase, Non-Compliance Plan, Gladstone City Commission Meeting Summary: Budget, Contracts, and MERS Updates, and Gladstone DDA Meeting: Facade Grants, Downtown Action Plan, Holidays, 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 Gladstone publish RFPs?
City of Gladstone publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 solicitations from City of Gladstone. 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 Gladstone?
At City of Gladstone, 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, and Parks & Recreation. 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 26 decision-makers at City of Gladstone.
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What does City of Gladstone spend the most on?
Based on 575 tracked contracts, City of Gladstone spends most on Capital Projects (335), Public Works (90), Grants (60), Recreation & Community Services (52), and Public Safety (38). Contract types include SUPPLIES, TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, and Product. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Gladstone's current vendors?
City of Gladstone currently works with vendors including INSIGHT FS, CORE TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION, USA BLUE BOOK, PRO ARC WELDING & FABRICATING, DELTA SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY, KASCO MARINE INC, GMSLA INC, DORNER, TRUCK COUNTRY OF WISCONSIN, and CALGON CARBON CORPORATION. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, and Product. 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 Gladstone working on?
Based on 11 tracked meetings, City of Gladstone is actively discussing: City Commission Meeting: Grants, Carbon Purchase, Non-Compliance Plan, Gladstone City Commission Meeting Summary: Budget, Contracts, and MERS Updates, Gladstone DDA Meeting: Facade Grants, Downtown Action Plan, Holidays, City Commission Meeting: Loan Application, Event Contract Approved, and Gladstone City Commission Meeting: Approves EDC Appointment, Water Project. 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 Gladstone have?
City of Gladstone currently has 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (335), Public Works (90), and Grants (60). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.