City of Lincoln bids, RFPs and contracts
Lincoln, CaliforniaPop. 57,367 · lincolnca.gov/en/index.aspx- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 203
- 13 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 13
- Contracts
- 2,493
- 962 vendors
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203 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Lincoln's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and communications. The latest, from Oct 28: Repair of potholes and road maintenance on Third Street and surrounding areas.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Consulting and Construction.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 13. Latest awards: Jen California 28 LLC (Oct 2026) and HELLONATION for committee to Receive HelloNation Magazine Project Update (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Lincoln's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Lincoln is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Lincoln buys from, taken from council records. 2,493 contracts with 962 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Lincoln.
Questions about City of Lincoln
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Lincoln?
City of Lincoln currently works with 962 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSULTING, UTILITIES, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 32 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 Lincoln?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Lincoln include City of Lincoln — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Lincoln — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Lincoln — 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 Lincoln publish RFPs?
City of Lincoln publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 136 solicitations from City of Lincoln. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Consulting, Construction. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Lincoln?
At City of Lincoln, 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 City Council, and Community Development Department. 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 32 decision-makers at City of Lincoln.
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What does City of Lincoln spend the most on?
Based on 8,806 tracked contracts, City of Lincoln spends most on Capital Projects (3,915), Consulting (1,570), Construction (1,441), Real Estate (1,002), and Environmental Services (878). Contract types include OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSULTING, UTILITIES, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Lincoln's current vendors?
City of Lincoln currently works with vendors including JEN CALIFORNIA 28 LLC, HELLONATION, CGI DIGITAL, STARBUCKS, HOPS N HOGS, ROCKSTAR PIZZA, PERFECT DOZEN, CARDNO, PG&E, and WHITE BRENNER LEGAL SERVICES. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSULTING, UTILITIES, and LEGAL. 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 Lincoln working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, City of Lincoln is actively discussing: City of Lincoln — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Lincoln — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Lincoln — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Lincoln Planning Commission Meeting: Leavell North Parcel Map Review, and Lincoln City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Contracts, and ARPA Funds. 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 Lincoln have?
City of Lincoln currently has 136 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,915), Consulting (1,570), and Construction (1,441). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.