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City of La Quinta bids, RFPs and contracts

City of La Quinta logoLa Quinta, California
Latest pre-RFP
Jun 16, 2026
5 months ago
Pre-RFPs
16
Open bids
1+
Next due Nov 16
Contracts
439
297 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

16 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of La Quinta's meetings, most in capital projects and public works. The latest, from Jun 16: City to Fund $35k in Advertising for Annual Art Event.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 16. Latest awards: Sargent Town Planning Inc for la Quinta awards Vista Santa Rosa master plan contract (Up to $800,000, Jul 2026) and Riverside County Sheriff’s Department for city Funds Sheriff’s Law Enforcement Contract in Budget ($20.7 million (estimated FY 2026/27 cost), Jun 2026).

Latest pre-RFP Jun 16

16 pre-RFPs tracked at City of La Quinta. Get the ones that fit you, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Open bids and RFPs

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

Vendors and contracts

Who City of La Quinta buys from, taken from council records. 439 contracts with 297 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of La Quinta

How do I become an approved vendor for City of La Quinta?

City of La Quinta currently works with 297 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, PUBLIC_SAFETY, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 89 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 La Quinta?

Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of La Quinta include City of La Quinta — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of La Quinta — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of La Quinta — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), 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 La Quinta publish RFPs?

City of La Quinta publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 66 solicitations from City of La Quinta. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of La Quinta?

At City of La Quinta, 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 Public Works, Human Services, and City Clerk. 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 89 decision-makers at City of La Quinta.

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What does City of La Quinta spend the most on?

Based on 361 tracked contracts, City of La Quinta spends most on Capital Projects (241), Public Works (51), Environmental Services (23), Infrastructure & Maintenance (23), and Recreation & Community Services (23). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, PUBLIC_SAFETY, MAINTENANCE, 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 La Quinta's current vendors?

City of La Quinta currently works with vendors including SARGENT TOWN PLANNING INC, RIVERSIDE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT, SCOPE EVENTS LLC, BURRTEC WASTE AND RECYCLING SERVICES, COACHELLA VALLEY RESCUE MISSION (CVRM), MARTHA’S VILLAGE AND KITCHEN (MVK), COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (CVAG), GREEN ROOM THEATRE COMPANY COACHELLA VALLEY, GUIDE DOGS OF THE DESERT, and LA QUINTA HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS BOOSTERS – WRESTLING. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, PUBLIC_SAFETY, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. 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 La Quinta working on?

Based on 6 tracked meetings, City of La Quinta is actively discussing: City of La Quinta — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of La Quinta — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of La Quinta — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), SilverRock/Talus Update & La Quinta Approves Substation Expansion Agreements, and La Quinta's Livable Community Plan: Resource Efficiency, Business Opportunities. 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 La Quinta have?

City of La Quinta currently has 66 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (241), Public Works (51), and Environmental Services (23). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.

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