City of Kent bids, RFPs and contracts
Kent, OhioPop. 27,737 · kentohio.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 126
- 14 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 5
- Next due Nov 5
- Contracts
- 2,178
- 928 vendors
The 30-second brief
126 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Kent's meetings, most in public safety and transportation. The latest, from Oct 21: Council scheduled approval for a new special event application from Run the Land Event Management Company for the 2026 Squirrel City Half Marathon on December 5, 2026. The event package includes Erie Street closures, police traffic support, portable restrooms, tents, and a route through Kent State University areas ending at Pizzuti Park. The application is still pending the city decision, so any event support vendors remain relevant.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Transportation.
5 open RFPs, the next due Nov 5. Latest awards: Allied Corporation for kent Approves Second Asphalt Purchase from Allied ($3,766.25, Oct 2026) and Ohio Water Development Authority for kent Wastewater Financing Includes Ohio Water Authority (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Kent's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Kent is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Kent buys from, taken from council records. 2,178 contracts with 928 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Kent.
Questions about City of Kent
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Kent?
City of Kent currently works with 928 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 40 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 (658), Grants (258), and Transportation (229), 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 10 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 Parks & 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 40 decision-makers at City of Kent.
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What does City of Kent spend the most on?
Based on 1,464 tracked contracts, City of Kent spends most on Capital Projects (658), Grants (258), Transportation (229), Public Safety (177), and Administration & Finance (142). Contract types include SUPPLIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 ALLIED CORPORATION, OHIO WATER DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, KLABEN FORD LINCOLN INC, RUN THE LAND EVENT MANAGEMENT COMPANY, BARBERTON TREE SERVICE INC, USIC LOCATING SERVICES LLC, and OHIO EPA. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 10 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (658), Grants (258), and Transportation (229). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.