City of Ithaca bids, RFPs and contracts
MichiganPop. 2,807 · ithacami.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 15 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 54
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 886
- 363 vendors
The 30-second brief
54 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Ithaca's meetings, most in public safety and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 20: The council added $3,253.11 for the city's share of the Senior Center security camera system to the quarterly budget amendments on October 6, 2026. The project was already far enough along to be included in the amendment package, but the packet did not show a vendor award. This is a small but concrete security-system budget signal tied to a named facility.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Granger Waste Services for ithaca Considers Granger Waste Fuel Surcharge ($0.10 per month per household (projected), Oct 2026) and Bs&a Software for ithaca Discusses BS&A Software Cloud Upgrade ($53,335 quoted cost, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Ithaca's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Ithaca has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Ithaca buys from, taken from council records. 886 contracts with 363 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Ithaca.
Questions about City of Ithaca
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Ithaca?
City of Ithaca currently works with 363 vendors across contract types including OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 9 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 Ithaca?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Ithaca include City of Ithaca — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Ithaca — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Ithaca — 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 Ithaca publish RFPs?
City of Ithaca publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from City of Ithaca. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Ithaca?
At City of Ithaca, 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 Library, High School, Public Works, City Code/rental Housing Program, 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 9 decision-makers at City of Ithaca.
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What does City of Ithaca spend the most on?
Based on 460 tracked contracts, City of Ithaca spends most on Capital Projects (261), Grants (60), Public Works (59), Public Safety (51), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (29). Contract types include OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, 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 Ithaca's current vendors?
City of Ithaca currently works with vendors including GRANGER WASTE SERVICES, BS&A SOFTWARE, PLANTE & MORAN PLLC, VESTIS, MOFFIT, SHELLY, MILLER CANFIELD, CLEARFLOW LLC, VC3 INC, and PIVOT POINT PARTNERS LLC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, 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 Ithaca working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, City of Ithaca is actively discussing: City of Ithaca — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Ithaca — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Ithaca — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Ithaca City Council: Police Transition, Financial Approvals, and City Updates, and Ithaca City Council Meeting: Asset Policy, Policing, & Development Review. 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 Ithaca have?
City of Ithaca currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (261), Grants (60), and Public Works (59). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.