City of Kent
Government Procurement, RFPs & Contracts
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- SRO Program Agreement Extended to June 2027
- Street Improvement Project Moving to Next Phase
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City of Kent: SRO Program Agreement Extended to June 2027
The city has extended its SRO program agreement with the Kent City Board of Education until June 1, ...
City of Kent: Street Improvement Project Moving to Next Phase
The city is finalizing right-of-way acquisition for the North Mantua Street Improvement Project, wit...
City of Kent: Site Plan Approval Sought for Multifamily Dwellings
Urban Imperial Construction, LLC is seeking site plan approval for a new multifamily dwelling projec...
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- How do I become an approved vendor for City of Kent?
- Start by reviewing City of Kent's procurement guidelines and vendor registration. As a city in OH, they maintain an approved vendor list. There are 12 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 Kent?
- Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (655), Grants (253), and Transportation (220), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Kent publish RFPs?
- City of Kent publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from City of Kent. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
- Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Kent?
- At City of Kent, 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 Kent Police Department, Police Department, Mayor's Office, and City Council. 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 12 decision-makers at City of Kent.
- What does City of Kent spend the most on?
- Based on 1,432 tracked contracts, City of Kent spends most on Capital Projects (655), Grants (253), Transportation (220), Public Safety (167), and Public Works (137). Contract types include UTILITIES, FACILITIES, OTHER, LICENSE, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
- Who are City of Kent's current vendors?
- City of Kent currently works with vendors including NORTHEAST OHIO PUBLIC ENERGY COUNCIL (NOPEC), KENT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION, KLABEN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LLC, KLABEN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LLC (KPM), DAVEY TREE EXPERT COMPANY, KENT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, and URBAN IMPERIAL CONSTRUCTION LLC. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, FACILITIES, OTHER, LICENSE, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
- How many active solicitations does City of Kent have?
- City of Kent currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (655), Grants (253), and Transportation (220). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.
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