City of Jackson bids, RFPs and contracts
Jackson, TennesseePop. 69,339 · jacksontn.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 30, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 100
- 19 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 3
- Contracts
- 19
- 16 vendors
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100 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Jackson's meetings, most in information technology and professional services. The latest, from Oct 30: Fire Department Considering Vehicle Safety Cloud Alert System.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 3. Latest awards: Office of the Open Records Counsel Comptroller of the Treasury of Tennessee for city Aligns Records Fees With State OORC Schedules (Jul 2025) and Love’s Travel Stop and Country Stores for love’s RV Stop Site Plan Proposed for Highway 412 (Feb 2024).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Jackson's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Jackson is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Jackson buys from, taken from council records. 19 contracts with 16 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Jackson.
Questions about City of Jackson
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Jackson?
City of Jackson currently works with 16 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 37 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 Jackson?
Small purchases under TN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Jackson include City of Jackson — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), City Council Meeting: Budget, Zoning, and Safety Plan Discussions, and Jackson Addendum I: Payment Clarifications for Bidders & Proposals, 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 Jackson publish RFPs?
City of Jackson publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 88 solicitations from City of Jackson. 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 Jackson?
At City of Jackson, 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 Recreation and Parks, and Jackson Fire Department. 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 37 decision-makers at City of Jackson.
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What does City of Jackson spend the most on?
Based on 720 tracked contracts, City of Jackson spends most on Capital Projects (492), Grants (71), Public Works (71), Administration & Finance (43), and Public Safety (43). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Jackson's current vendors?
City of Jackson currently works with vendors including OFFICE OF THE OPEN RECORDS COUNSEL COMPTROLLER OF THE TREASURY OF TENNESSEE, LOVE’S TRAVEL STOP AND COUNTRY STORES, SWEET LIVING CAPITAL INC, OLYMPIAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LLC, UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE, SOUTHWEST HUMAN RESOURCE AGENCY, JACKSON HOUSING AUTHORITY, TENNESSEE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, and SALVATION ARMY OF JACKSON TN. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. 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 Jackson working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, City of Jackson is actively discussing: City of Jackson — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), City Council Meeting: Budget, Zoning, and Safety Plan Discussions, Jackson Addendum I: Payment Clarifications for Bidders & Proposals, Infield Turf Project: Bid Date Change, Irrigation Design Modification, and West TN Healthcare Sportsplex Infield Turf Project Addendum No. 3 Issued. 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 Jackson have?
City of Jackson currently has 88 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (492), Grants (71), and Public Works (71). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TN's state portal, and other sources.