City of Kelowna bids, RFPs and contracts
Kelowna, BCPop. 144,576 · kelowna.ca- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 3, 2026
- 55 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 95
- Bids and RFPs
- 114
- Contracts
- 861
- 520 vendors
The 30-second brief
95 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Kelowna's meetings, most in capital projects and transportation. The latest, from Sep 3: Airport Roundabout Project Awaiting Funding for Construction.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Recreation & Community Services and Transportation.
Latest awards: Caswell, Trevor for road Dedication Subdivision Application Reviewed (Sep 2026) and Nature's Gold for nature’s Gold Seeks Continued Site Operation (Sep 2026).
95 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Kelowna. See all 95, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Kelowna's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Kelowna has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Kelowna buys from, taken from council records. 861 contracts with 520 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Kelowna.
Questions about City of Kelowna
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Kelowna?
City of Kelowna currently works with 520 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LICENSE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 6 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 Kelowna?
Small purchases under BC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Kelowna include City of Kelowna — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and City of Kelowna — 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 Kelowna publish RFPs?
City of Kelowna publishes formal RFPs on its official website and BC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 114 solicitations from City of Kelowna. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Recreation & Community Services, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Kelowna?
At City of Kelowna, 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 6 decision-makers at City of Kelowna.
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What does City of Kelowna spend the most on?
Based on 3,658 tracked contracts, City of Kelowna spends most on Capital Projects (2,753), Recreation & Community Services (286), Transportation (238), Grants (221), and Public Works (160). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LICENSE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Kelowna's current vendors?
City of Kelowna currently works with vendors including CASWELL, TREVOR, NATURE'S GOLD, FRASER, ALLYSH TARYN, CASWELL, TYLER, VANDERWERF FARMS LTD INC NO BC0885128, VANDERWERF FARMS LTD, EDWARDS, TREVOR SCOTT, MALLEN GOWING BERZINS ARCHITECTURE INC, NEW TOWN ARCHITECTURE & ENGINEERING INC, and KELOWNA BEER INSTITUTE. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LICENSE. 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 Kelowna working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, City of Kelowna is actively discussing: City of Kelowna — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and City of Kelowna — 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 Kelowna have?
City of Kelowna currently has 114 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,753), Recreation & Community Services (286), and Transportation (238). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, BC's state portal, and other sources.