City of Hobart bids, RFPs and contracts
Hobart, IndianaPop. 29,298 · cityofhobart.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 5, 2026
- Pre-RFPs
- 197
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 12
- Contracts
- 1,071
- 434 vendors
The 30-second brief
197 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Hobart's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and capital projects. The latest, from Nov 5: Ethan Frisch submitted a site plan review for a 30'x30' salt storage building and a 40'x40' equipment pad at 2100 E 69th Ave. The item was on the November 5, 2026 agenda and had not been decided in the document. The scope suggests a small municipal-style storage and equipment setup with potential materials, site work, and utility coordination. The next decision point was the plan commission review.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: NIPSCO for sidewalk License Agreement Approved with NIPSCO (Oct 2026) and G&l Corporation for hobart Requires $1M Bond for Transformer Haul ($1,000,000.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Hobart's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Hobart has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Hobart buys from, taken from council records. 1,071 contracts with 434 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Hobart.
Questions about City of Hobart
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Hobart?
City of Hobart currently works with 434 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. 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 Hobart?
Small purchases under IN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Hobart include City of Hobart — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Hobart — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Hobart — Procurement Intelligence (January 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 Hobart publish RFPs?
City of Hobart publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 12 solicitations from City of Hobart. 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 Hobart?
At City of Hobart, 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 Board of Public Works and Safety, Sanitary/Stormwater District, Title VI / Federal Compliance, Clerk-Treasurer's Office, and Administration. 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 Hobart.
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What does City of Hobart spend the most on?
Based on 3,138 tracked contracts, City of Hobart spends most on Capital Projects (2,069), Public Works (660), Environmental Services (182), Grants (132), and Public Safety (95). Contract types include FACILITIES, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Hobart's current vendors?
City of Hobart currently works with vendors including NIPSCO, G&L CORPORATION, BLUE WHALE EV LLC, BF&S CIVIL ENGINEERS, BECKNELL INDUSTRIAL LLC, LAKE STATION, BLUE WHALE, AXON ENTERPRISES, and HEARTLAND CHARGING SERVICES. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. 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 Hobart working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, City of Hobart is actively discussing: City of Hobart — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Hobart — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Hobart — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Hobart Board Meeting: Union Agreements, GIS Contract, Safety Updates, and Hobart Board of Works Approves Contracts, Addresses Unsafe Buildings. 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 Hobart have?
City of Hobart currently has 12 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,069), Public Works (660), and Environmental Services (182). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IN's state portal, and other sources.