City of Lima bids, RFPs and contracts
Lima, OhioPop. 34,695 · limaohio.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 22 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 69
- 12 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 4
- Contracts
- 1,704
- 456 vendors
The 30-second brief
69 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Lima's meetings, most in transportation and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 12: Cable Road Sanitary Sewer Force Main Replacement (2,200 LF).
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: Buckeye Pumps Inc for lima Considers Buckeye Pumps Water Plant Contract (Oct 2026) and Spherion of Lima Inc for lima Approves 2027 Spherion Staffing Contract (Oct 2026).
12 new pre-RFPs at City of Lima this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Lima's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Lima is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Lima buys from, taken from council records. 1,704 contracts with 456 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Lima.
Questions about City of Lima
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Lima?
City of Lima currently works with 456 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, STAFFING, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 167 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 Lima?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (109), Grants (50), and Public Safety (48), 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 Lima publish RFPs?
City of Lima publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 236 solicitations from City of Lima. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Lima?
At City of Lima, 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 Utilities, and Community Development. 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 167 decision-makers at City of Lima.
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What does City of Lima spend the most on?
Based on 276 tracked contracts, City of Lima spends most on Capital Projects (109), Grants (50), Public Safety (48), Public Works (39), and Information Technology (30). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, STAFFING, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, 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 Lima's current vendors?
City of Lima currently works with vendors including BUCKEYE PUMPS INC, SPHERION OF LIMA INC, OHIO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (ODOT), EAGLE SITE SERVICES LLC, ALLEN COUNTY ENGINEER'S OFFICE, CRAWFORD, MURPHY, & TILLY INC, GRANICUS, DLZ OHIO INC, WESTSIDE MACHINE & FAB LLC DBA THE LIMA ARMATURE WORKS, and CUSTOM STAFFING INC. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, STAFFING, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 Lima have?
City of Lima currently has 236 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (109), Grants (50), and Public Safety (48). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.