City of Gulfport bids, RFPs and contracts
Gulfport, FloridaPop. 11,404 · mygulfport.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 18
- 18 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 190
- 119 vendors
The 30-second brief
18 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Gulfport's meetings, most in capital projects and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 20: At its October 20, 2026 meeting, the City of Gulfport approved first reading of an ordinance authorizing a five-year lease with Gulfport Yacht Club, Inc. The prior lease had expired in July 2026 and was continuing month to month. The new lease starts November 1, 2026 and carries annual rent of $10,308. This is a decided occupancy and facilities-use relationship, with follow-on value in lease administration and any future site improvements.
Information Technology leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Professional Services and Administration & Finance.
1 open RFP, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: Make3 Cares Inc for gulfport Recommends Beach Court Use for Make3 Fundraiser ($50.00 Special Event Application fee; applicable rental fees and charges for additional City services remain the organizer's responsibility, Oct 2026) and Pinellas County Supervisor of Elections for gulfport Authorizes 2027 Election Services Contract (Not-to-exceed 23,000.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Gulfport's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Gulfport is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Gulfport buys from, taken from council records. 190 contracts with 119 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Gulfport.
Questions about City of Gulfport
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Gulfport?
City of Gulfport currently works with 119 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSULTING. 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 Gulfport?
Small purchases under FL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Gulfport include Gulfport Seeks Bids: AMI Infrastructure Installation Services Project, Gulfport City Council Approves Budget, Awards Permitting Contract, and Gulfport Seawall Project Bid Review: KM2H, YC Group, Solas Structural, 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 Gulfport publish RFPs?
City of Gulfport publishes formal RFPs on its official website and FL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 9 solicitations from City of Gulfport. The most active RFP sectors are Information Technology, Professional Services, Administration & Finance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Gulfport?
At City of Gulfport, 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 Parks & Recreation, Public Works, Police, Library, and City Manager. 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 Gulfport.
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What does City of Gulfport spend the most on?
Based on 27 tracked contracts, City of Gulfport spends most on Information Technology (7), Professional Services (6), Administration & Finance (5), Capital Projects (5), and Elections (4). Contract types include FACILITIES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Gulfport's current vendors?
City of Gulfport currently works with vendors including MAKE3 CARES INC, PINELLAS COUNTY SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS, SUPERVISOR DE ELECCIONES DEL CONDADO DE PINELLAS, PINELLAS COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICES AUTHORITY, ADVANCED ENGINEERING & DESIGN INC, SHUMAKER ADVISORS FLORIDA LLC, PINELLAS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, and FORVIS MAZARS LLP. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSULTING. 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 Gulfport working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, City of Gulfport is actively discussing: Gulfport Seeks Bids: AMI Infrastructure Installation Services Project, Gulfport City Council Approves Budget, Awards Permitting Contract, Gulfport Seawall Project Bid Review: KM2H, YC Group, Solas Structural, Gulfport City Council Meeting: Senior Center Plan, Budget, and Public Input, and Gulfport City Council to Discuss Utility Rate Changes & Sheriff Agreement. 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 Gulfport have?
City of Gulfport currently has 9 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Information Technology (7), Professional Services (6), and Administration & Finance (5). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, FL's state portal, and other sources.