City of Kingsport bids, RFPs and contracts
Kingsport, TennesseePop. 57,530 · kingsporttn.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 7, 2026
- 27 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 59
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 19
- Contracts
- 29
- 24 vendors
The 30-second brief
59 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Kingsport's meetings, most in transportation and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 7: City Applying for "Year in STEM" Grant Funding.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Transportation.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 19. Latest awards: J Cumby Construction for kingsport awards $8M pump station construction contract ($8,000,000, Mar 2025) and Preston Construction for $23M renovation of Buck Van Huss Dome completed ($23,000,000, Mar 2025).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Kingsport's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Kingsport is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Kingsport buys from, taken from council records. 29 contracts with 24 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Kingsport.
Questions about City of Kingsport
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Kingsport?
City of Kingsport currently works with 24 vendors across contract types including Construction, Grant, Consulting, Service, 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 Kingsport?
Small purchases under TN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Kingsport include City of Kingsport — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Kingsport Fleet Maintenance Bid: Business Opportunities & Compliance, and Kingsport Board Meeting: Zoning Changes, Budget, Downtown Development, 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 Kingsport publish RFPs?
City of Kingsport publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 148 solicitations from City of Kingsport. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Kingsport?
At City of Kingsport, 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 City Council, and Facilities Management. 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 Kingsport.
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What does City of Kingsport spend the most on?
Based on 587 tracked contracts, City of Kingsport spends most on Capital Projects (268), Public Works (97), Transportation (83), Contract Admin (80), and Grant Funding (59). Contract types include Construction, Grant, Consulting, Service, 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 Kingsport's current vendors?
City of Kingsport currently works with vendors including J CUMBY CONSTRUCTION, PRESTON CONSTRUCTION, TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF TOURIST DEVELOPMENT, RETAIL COACH, SHARE LOGISTICS, GOLDEN SHOVEL AGENCY, HOLSTON ENGINEERING, DWR AQUATICS, LJA ENGINEERING, and COMFORT SYSTEMS USA. These vendors span contract types like Construction, Grant, Consulting, Service, 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 Kingsport working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, City of Kingsport is actively discussing: City of Kingsport — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Kingsport Fleet Maintenance Bid: Business Opportunities & Compliance, Kingsport Board Meeting: Zoning Changes, Budget, Downtown Development, Kingsport Justice Center Security Cameras Bid Invitation, and Kingsport Board Meeting: Approvals, Concerns, Opportunities (Nov 4, 2025). 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 Kingsport have?
City of Kingsport currently has 148 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (268), Public Works (97), and Transportation (83). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TN's state portal, and other sources.