City of Kenosha bids, RFPs and contracts
Kenosha, WisconsinPop. 99,239 · kenosha.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 159
- 17 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 357
- Contracts
- 27,911
- 4,973 vendors
The 30-second brief
159 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Kenosha's meetings, most in transportation and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 19: The mayor appointed Patrick D. Patton as City Administrator effective January 1, 2027. That leadership change can affect budget priorities, procurement pace, and modernization decisions across departments. This is a buying-trigger signal because the incoming administrator may shape next-year operational and capital plans.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: MRI for kenosha Housing Authority to Consider MRI Software Fee (Oct 2026) and Hodges, Imani for kenosha Housing Authority to Consider HOME Agreement (Oct 2026).
17 new pre-RFPs at City of Kenosha this month. See all 159, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Kenosha's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Kenosha has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Kenosha buys from, taken from council records. 27,911 contracts with 4,973 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Kenosha.
Questions about City of Kenosha
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Kenosha?
City of Kenosha currently works with 4,973 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 48 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 Kenosha?
Small purchases under WI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Kenosha include City of Kenosha — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Kenosha — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Kenosha Parks Commission Meeting: Events, Improvements, and Approvals, 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 Kenosha publish RFPs?
City of Kenosha publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 357 solicitations from City of Kenosha. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Kenosha?
At City of Kenosha, 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 External Relations Department, Kenosha Public Museums, Kenosha Public Museums, Kenosha Area Tourism Corporation, Finance Department — Budget and Financial Services, and Finance. 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 48 decision-makers at City of Kenosha.
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What does City of Kenosha spend the most on?
Based on 18,205 tracked contracts, City of Kenosha spends most on Capital Projects (8,999), Public Works (5,478), Grants (1,431), Environmental Services (1,286), and Transportation (1,011). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Kenosha's current vendors?
City of Kenosha currently works with vendors including MRI, HODGES, IMANI, ENTERPRISE FM TRUST, CENTRISYS CORPORATION, AQUACHEM OF AMERICA, FIRST SUPPLY LLC, ASPHALT CONTRACTORS INC, BRICKLINE, A W OAKES & SONS, and BEARDSLEY CONCRETE. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. 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 Kenosha working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, City of Kenosha is actively discussing: City of Kenosha — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Kenosha — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Kenosha Parks Commission Meeting: Events, Improvements, and Approvals, Kenosha Council Approves Agreements with Schutz Container Systems, and Kenosha Council Approves Capital Plan, Budget & BID for Economic Growth. 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 Kenosha have?
City of Kenosha currently has 357 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (8,999), Public Works (5,478), and Grants (1,431). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WI's state portal, and other sources.