City of Liberal bids, RFPs and contracts
Liberal, KansasPop. 19,010 · cityofliberal.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 63
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 16
- Contracts
- 2,703
- 900 vendors
The 30-second brief
63 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Liberal's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and parks & recreation. The latest, from Oct 28: Boundary Survey and Legal Description for Municipal Parcel.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 16. Latest awards: Earles Engineering & Inspection Inc ($23,416.95, Sep 2026) and Central Power Systems & Services ($3,091.80, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Liberal's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Liberal is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Liberal buys from, taken from council records. 2,703 contracts with 900 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Liberal.
Questions about City of Liberal
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Liberal?
City of Liberal currently works with 900 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, FACILITIES, UTILITIES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 156 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 Liberal?
Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Liberal include City of Liberal — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Liberal — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Liberal — 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 Liberal publish RFPs?
City of Liberal publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 39 solicitations from City of Liberal. 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 Liberal?
At City of Liberal, 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 Police Department > Records Division, Municipal Court, Emergency Communications, and Airport. 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 156 decision-makers at City of Liberal.
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What does City of Liberal spend the most on?
Based on 1,514 tracked contracts, City of Liberal spends most on Capital Projects (933), Public Works (252), Grants (164), Public Safety (83), and Transportation (82). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, FACILITIES, UTILITIES, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Liberal's current vendors?
City of Liberal currently works with vendors including EARLES ENGINEERING & INSPECTION INC, CENTRAL POWER SYSTEMS & SERVICES, PLUNKETT'S PEST CONTROL, VISUAL SIGNS, WHARTON'S LIMITED LLC, SOUTHERN PIONEER ELECTRIC COMPANY, ULINE, BARBARA NASH LAW LLC, LIBERAL REDI-MIX LLC, and AT&T. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, FACILITIES, UTILITIES, and SUPPLIES. 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 Liberal working on?
Based on 24 tracked meetings, City of Liberal is actively discussing: City of Liberal — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Liberal — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Liberal — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), 2025 Budget Amendments and Fiscal Transfers Approved; Delinquency Review, and Apogee Power Expansion & Dole Housing Edition Approved at City Meeting. 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 Liberal have?
City of Liberal currently has 39 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (933), Public Works (252), and Grants (164). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KS's state portal, and other sources.