City of Lincoln bids, RFPs and contracts
Lincoln, NebraskaPop. 301,522 · lincoln.ne.gov/Home- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 29, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 155
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 4+
- Next due Nov 4
- Contracts
- 5,972
- 1,875 vendors
The 30-second brief
155 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Lincoln's meetings, most in transportation and utilities. The latest, from Oct 29: Implementation of 207 mobility projects including shared use paved trails, bike lanes, and bike boulevards categorized by cost ranges.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
4+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: Hewlett-packard Enterprise Company (Oct 2026) and Schemmer Associates Inc for lincoln Considers Schemmer Rock Island Supplement (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. 5,972 contracts with 1,875 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 1,875 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 53 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 NE'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 (February 2026), City of Lincoln — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Youth MLK Rally: Empowering Young Voices for Community Impact & Growth, 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 NE's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 296 solicitations from City of Lincoln. 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 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 Finance – City Treasurer, Community Health Services, Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department, Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department — Environmental Public Health Division, Lincoln Commission on Human Rights, and City Communications, Office of the Mayor. 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 53 decision-makers at City of Lincoln.
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What does City of Lincoln spend the most on?
Based on 6,075 tracked contracts, City of Lincoln spends most on Capital Projects (4,583), Public Works (583), Environmental Services (363), Grants (335), and Recreation & Community Services (211). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, 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 Lincoln's current vendors?
City of Lincoln currently works with vendors including HEWLETT-PACKARD ENTERPRISE COMPANY, SCHEMMER ASSOCIATES INC, FELSBURG HOLT & ULLEVIG (FHU), LANCASTER COUNTY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, and NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, 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 Lincoln working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, City of Lincoln is actively discussing: City of Lincoln — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Lincoln — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Youth MLK Rally: Empowering Young Voices for Community Impact & Growth, Lincoln City Council Meeting: Utility Appointments, Project Approvals, and SSKI Board Meeting: SRO Program Evaluation, Discipline Data, & Perceptions. 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 296 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (4,583), Public Works (583), and Environmental Services (363). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NE's state portal, and other sources.