City of Lakewood bids, RFPs and contracts
Lakewood, CaliforniaPop. 78,010 · lakewoodca.gov/Home- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 34
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 27
- Contracts
- 4,135
- 1,361 vendors
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34 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Lakewood's meetings, most in transportation and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 27: Sidewalk Maintenance Service Request and Inspection Management.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Public Agency Retirement Services (Pars) for city Maintains PARS Trust for OPEB Funding (Oct 2026) and Actuarial Retirement Consulting for actuarial Consultant Supports City OPEB Benefit Review (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Lakewood's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Lakewood has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Lakewood buys from, taken from council records. 4,135 contracts with 1,361 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Lakewood.
Questions about City of Lakewood
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Lakewood?
City of Lakewood currently works with 1,361 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, OTHER, INSURANCE, and LICENSE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 37 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 Lakewood?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Lakewood include City of Lakewood — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Lakewood — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Lakewood Approves Parcel Map for Candlewood St; Development Opportunities, 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 Lakewood publish RFPs?
City of Lakewood publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 27 solicitations from City of Lakewood. 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 Lakewood?
At City of Lakewood, 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, Public Information, Communications and CityTV; City Manager’s Office, Community Relations Department, Communications Division (City Manager’s Office), Communications Division, City Manager’s Office, and Public Information / Community Relations. 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 37 decision-makers at City of Lakewood.
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What does City of Lakewood spend the most on?
Based on 2,717 tracked contracts, City of Lakewood spends most on Capital Projects (1,521), Public Works (552), Grants (241), Recreation & Community Services (223), and Environmental Services (180). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, OTHER, INSURANCE, and LICENSE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Lakewood's current vendors?
City of Lakewood currently works with vendors including PUBLIC AGENCY RETIREMENT SERVICES (PARS), ACTUARIAL RETIREMENT CONSULTING, PFM ASSET MANAGEMENT LLC (PFM), SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY, CALIFORNIA JOINT POWERS INSURANCE AUTHORITY, LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (LACMTA), ACTUARIAL RETIREMENT CONSUTLING, and MCGEE, MOLLY. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, OTHER, INSURANCE, and LICENSE. 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 Lakewood working on?
Based on 7 tracked meetings, City of Lakewood is actively discussing: City of Lakewood — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Lakewood — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Lakewood Approves Parcel Map for Candlewood St; Development Opportunities, Lakewood Approves Parcel Map 84163 for Cover St & Paramount Blvd, and Lakewood Seeks Bids for Cherry Cove Park Playground Improvements. 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 Lakewood have?
City of Lakewood currently has 27 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,521), Public Works (552), and Grants (241). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.