City of Kendallville bids, RFPs and contracts
Kendallville, IndianaPop. 10,371 · kendallvillein.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 24
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 5
- None open now
- Contracts
- 231
- 167 vendors
The 30-second brief
24 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Kendallville's meetings, most in public works and information technology. The latest, from Oct 27: Engineering listed an extension of the 2026 Tree Retainer contract at the October 27, 2026 meeting. The agenda did not name the contractor, extension length, or value, but it shows contract administration for an existing tree service arrangement. Decision state: scheduled for consideration on October 27, 2026.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Parks & Recreation and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: Strawser Brothers for kendallville Board to Consider Strawser Bros. Payment (Oct 2026) and A&z Engineering for drake Road Inspection Payment Approved for A&Z Engineering ($49,860.99, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Kendallville's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Kendallville has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Kendallville buys from, taken from council records. 231 contracts with 167 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Kendallville.
Questions about City of Kendallville
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Kendallville?
City of Kendallville currently works with 167 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, MAINTENANCE, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 72 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 Kendallville?
Small purchases under IN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Kendallville include City of Kendallville — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Kendallville — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Kendallville Board of Public Works & Safety Meeting: August 26, 2025, 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 Kendallville publish RFPs?
City of Kendallville publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 5 solicitations from City of Kendallville. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Parks & Recreation, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Kendallville?
At City of Kendallville, 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 and Recreation. 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 72 decision-makers at City of Kendallville.
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What does City of Kendallville spend the most on?
Based on 330 tracked contracts, City of Kendallville spends most on Capital Projects (122), Parks & Recreation (68), Recreation & Community Services (55), Public Works (46), and Grants (39). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, MAINTENANCE, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Kendallville's current vendors?
City of Kendallville currently works with vendors including STRAWSER BROTHERS, A&Z ENGINEERING, WESSLER, FIRE CATT PRECISION SERVICES TESTING INC, AMP, CROSSPOINTE CHURCH, FIRE CATT, GRIPP, and HDK. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, MAINTENANCE, and UTILITIES. 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 Kendallville working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, City of Kendallville is actively discussing: City of Kendallville — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Kendallville — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Kendallville Board of Public Works & Safety Meeting: August 26, 2025, Kendallville Plan Commission Meeting: Zoning Amendments & Business Impact, and Kendallville Redevelopment Commission Considers Grants and New Hotel. 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 Kendallville have?
City of Kendallville currently has 5 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (122), Parks & Recreation (68), and Recreation & Community Services (55). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IN's state portal, and other sources.