City of Guelph bids, RFPs and contracts
Guelph, ONPop. 143,740 · guelph.ca- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 30, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 169
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 5+
- Next due Nov 9
- Contracts
- 693
- 415 vendors
The 30-second brief
169 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Guelph's meetings, most in public works and environmental services. The latest, from Oct 30: On October 30, 2026, Council received a consultation alert on proposed amendments to the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act, 2016 and the Blue Box Regulation. The Province is seeking feedback on recycling program costs, contract rules, flexible plastics, service requirements, and small-business recyclables. City staff said they may prepare a letter for submission through the Environmental Registry of Ontario. The consultation deadline was Thursday, November 26, 2026.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
5+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 9. Latest awards: Ontario Provincial Police for south Huron Raises Concerns Over OPP Policing Costs ($2,140,181 for 2026; projected up to $2,375,601 for 2027, an increase of up to $235,420 or 11%, Oct 2026) and Shillington Mccall LLP for shillington McCall Handles Insured Claims (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Guelph's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Guelph is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Guelph buys from, taken from council records. 693 contracts with 415 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Guelph.
Questions about City of Guelph
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Guelph?
City of Guelph currently works with 415 vendors across contract types including OTHER, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 42 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 Guelph?
Small purchases under ON's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Guelph include City of Guelph — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and City of Guelph — Procurement Intelligence (February 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 Guelph publish RFPs?
City of Guelph publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ON's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 203 solicitations from City of Guelph. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Guelph?
At City of Guelph, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 42 decision-makers at City of Guelph.
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What does City of Guelph spend the most on?
Based on 4,997 tracked contracts, City of Guelph spends most on Capital Projects (3,674), Public Works (411), Environmental Services (371), Grants (281), and Recreation & Community Services (260). Contract types include OTHER, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Guelph's current vendors?
City of Guelph currently works with vendors including ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE, SHILLINGTON MCCALL LLP, GARROD PICKFIELD LLP, GOWLING WLG (CANADA) LLP, DWF, AVIVA TRIAL LAWYERS, BENNETT GRANT LLP, CLYDE & CO, and BLANEY MCMURTY LLP. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, and LEGAL. 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 Guelph working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, City of Guelph is actively discussing: City of Guelph — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and City of Guelph — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026). 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 Guelph have?
City of Guelph currently has 203 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,674), Public Works (411), and Environmental Services (371). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ON's state portal, and other sources.