City of Lorain bids, RFPs and contracts
Lorain, OhioPop. 65,366 · cityoflorain.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 2, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 111
- 17 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 4+
- Next due Dec 1
- Contracts
- 3,077
- 1,076 vendors
The 30-second brief
111 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Lorain's meetings, most in capital projects and utilities.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Utilities and Construction.
4+ open RFPs, the next due Dec 1. Latest awards: Chemtrade Chemicals Us LLC for lorain Recommends Chemtrade Aluminum Sulfate Award ($220,125, Nov 2026) and Brenntag Northeast LLC for lorain Recommends Brenntag Chemical Award ($8,800, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Lorain's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Lorain is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Lorain buys from, taken from council records. 3,077 contracts with 1,076 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Lorain.
Questions about City of Lorain
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Lorain?
City of Lorain currently works with 1,076 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 143 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 Lorain?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (305), Utilities (218), and Construction (169), 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 Lorain publish RFPs?
City of Lorain publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 334 solicitations from City of Lorain. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Utilities, Construction. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Lorain?
At City of Lorain, 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, Clerk of Courts / Lorain Municipal Court, Planning, and Treasurer. 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 143 decision-makers at City of Lorain.
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What does City of Lorain spend the most on?
Based on 1,004 tracked contracts, City of Lorain spends most on Capital Projects (305), Utilities (218), Construction (169), Information Technology (157), and Public Safety (155). Contract types include SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Lorain's current vendors?
City of Lorain currently works with vendors including CHEMTRADE CHEMICALS US LLC, BRENNTAG NORTHEAST LLC, CARDIO PARTNERS, HERB FIRE, PVS NOLWOOD, PVS TECHNOLOGIES INC, POLYDYNE INC (SNF), WON-DOOR CORPORATION, BONDED CHEMICALS INC, and SYLVESTER TRUCK & TIRE SERVICE INC. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. 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 Lorain have?
City of Lorain currently has 334 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (305), Utilities (218), and Construction (169). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.
