City of Kettering bids, RFPs and contracts
Kettering, OhioPop. 57,396 · ketteringoh.org- Latest contract
- Nov 11, 2025
- 12 months ago
- Bids and RFPs
- 43
- Contracts
- 395
- 246 vendors
- Decision makers
- 50
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Montgomery County Public Defender Office for kettering to contract with public defender office (Nov 2025) and Montgomery County Public Defender Commission for city considers contract with public defender commission (Nov 2025).
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Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Kettering has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Kettering buys from, taken from council records. 395 contracts with 246 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Kettering.
Questions about City of Kettering
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Kettering?
City of Kettering currently works with 246 vendors across contract types including LEGAL, OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 50 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 Kettering?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Kettering include Kettering City Council Meeting: Zoning, Staffing, and Community Initiatives, Kettering City Council Approves Contracts, Grant, & Zoning Moratorium, and Kettering City Council Meeting: Arts, Economy, and Infrastructure Updates, 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 Kettering publish RFPs?
City of Kettering publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 43 solicitations from City of Kettering. 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 Kettering?
At City of Kettering, 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 Health, System Leadership, and 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 50 decision-makers at City of Kettering.
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What does City of Kettering spend the most on?
Based on 718 tracked contracts, City of Kettering spends most on Capital Projects (342), Public Works (118), Grants (103), Public Safety (93), and Transportation (62). Contract types include LEGAL, OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, 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 Kettering's current vendors?
City of Kettering currently works with vendors including MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC DEFENDER OFFICE, MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC DEFENDER COMMISSION, BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE KETTERING CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, AT&T, BIG HOOPLA, DAYTON DEVELOPMENT COALITION'S HOMETOWN HEROES PROGRAM, KETTERING PARKS FOUNDATION, LCT SOFTWARE LLC, TRUEPOINT SOLUTIONS LLC, and SOUTH COMMUNITY INC. These vendors span contract types like LEGAL, OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 Kettering working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, City of Kettering is actively discussing: Kettering City Council Meeting: Zoning, Staffing, and Community Initiatives, Kettering City Council Approves Contracts, Grant, & Zoning Moratorium, Kettering City Council Meeting: Arts, Economy, and Infrastructure Updates, Ketarine City Council Meeting Summary: Infrastructure, Safety, Community, and Kettering City Council: Human Services Levy, Make a Difference Day Focus. 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 Kettering have?
City of Kettering currently has 43 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (342), Public Works (118), and Grants (103). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.