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City of Kingston bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Kingston logoKingston, ON
Latest pre-RFP
Sep 17, 2026
41 days ago
Pre-RFPs
14
Open bids
5+
Next due Nov 9
Contracts
688
311 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

14 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Kingston's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and information technology. The latest, from Sep 17: Capital Planning & Assessments for Housing Portfolio.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.

How they buy

5+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 9. Latest awards: Beam Group for kingston Selects Beam Group for Housing Plan Update (Sep 2026) and Kingston Community Health Centres (Aug 2026).

Latest pre-RFP Sep 17

14 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Kingston. See all 14, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Kingston's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Kingston is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Kingston buys from, taken from council records. 688 contracts with 311 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Kingston.

Questions about City of Kingston

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Kingston?

City of Kingston currently works with 311 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. 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 Kingston?

Small purchases under ON's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (289), Grants (56), and Public Works (22), 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 Kingston publish RFPs?

City of Kingston publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ON's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 40 solicitations from City of Kingston. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Kingston?

At City of Kingston, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 Kingston.

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What does City of Kingston spend the most on?

Based on 401 tracked contracts, City of Kingston spends most on Capital Projects (289), Grants (56), Public Works (22), Recreation & Community Services (18), and Public Services (16). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Kingston's current vendors?

City of Kingston currently works with vendors including BEAM GROUP, KINGSTON COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRES, KMPG, KINGSTON POLICE RECORDS DEPARTMENT, FOTENN CONSULTANTS INC, GROUNDWORK ENGINEERING COMPANY, ENVIRO-STEP TECHNOLOGIES INC, and CAHDCO. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and OTHER. 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 Kingston have?

City of Kingston currently has 40 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (289), Grants (56), and Public Works (22). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ON's state portal, and other sources.

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