City of Lorena bids, RFPs and contracts
TexasPop. 1,817 · ci.lorena.tx.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 8, 2026
- 56 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 18
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 503
- 208 vendors
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18 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Lorena's meetings, most in public safety and capital projects. The latest, from Sep 8: Budget Funds Police Equipment and Vehicle Purchases.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Mclennan County for lorena Approves Road Maintenance Agreement With County ($500.00, plus reimbursement for materials added to listed roadways as agreed by the County and City Manager, Oct 2026) and Frontier Texas Ventures 1 LLC Dba Frontier Waste Solutions for lorena Approves 5% Frontier Waste Rate Increase (Five percent (5%) customer rate increase, Sep 2026).
18 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Lorena. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Lorena's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Lorena has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Lorena buys from, taken from council records. 503 contracts with 208 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Lorena.
Questions about City of Lorena
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Lorena?
City of Lorena currently works with 208 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, SOLID_WASTE, UTILITIES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 13 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 Lorena?
Small purchases under TX's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Lorena include City of Lorena — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Lorena — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Lorena — 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 Lorena publish RFPs?
City of Lorena publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TX's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from City of Lorena. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Lorena?
At City of Lorena, 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 Administration, Fire, and Police. 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 13 decision-makers at City of Lorena.
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What does City of Lorena spend the most on?
Based on 606 tracked contracts, City of Lorena spends most on Capital Projects (318), Public Works (95), Public Safety (76), Utilities (72), and Administration & Finance (45). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, SOLID_WASTE, UTILITIES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Lorena's current vendors?
City of Lorena currently works with vendors including MCLENNAN COUNTY, FRONTIER TEXAS VENTURES 1 LLC DBA FRONTIER WASTE SOLUTIONS, FRONTIER WASTE SOLUTIONS, ATMOS ENERGY, WACO FARM & LABOR JOURNAL, LORENA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ATMOS ENERGY CORP MID-TEX DIVISION, and DUNAWAY. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, SOLID_WASTE, UTILITIES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. 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 Lorena working on?
Based on 7 tracked meetings, City of Lorena is actively discussing: City of Lorena — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Lorena — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Lorena — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Lorena City Council Discusses Purchasing Policy & Vehicle Procurement, and Lorena City Council Meeting: Rebranding Initiative & EDC Appointments. 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 Lorena have?
City of Lorena currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (318), Public Works (95), and Public Safety (76). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TX's state portal, and other sources.