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City of Los Banos bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Los Banos logoLos Banos, California
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 21, 2026
13 days ago
Pre-RFPs
137
20+ in the last 30 days
Open bids
1+
Next due Nov 18
Contracts
577
236 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

137 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Los Banos's meetings, most in capital projects and professional services. The latest, from Oct 21: City Initiates General Plan Amendments for Wireless Facility Regulations.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Parks & Recreation and Public Works.

How they buy

1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 18. Latest awards: Mark Thomas & Company Inc for los Banos Considers Mark Thomas Engineering Amendment ($161,542.00, Nov 2026) and Kodiak Canvas for los Banos Considers Sole-Source Kodiak Canvas Tent Purchase (Total not-to-exceed amount of $76,678.00, Nov 2026).

137 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 21

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Los Banos's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Los Banos is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Los Banos buys from, taken from council records. 577 contracts with 236 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Los Banos.

Questions about City of Los Banos

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Los Banos?

City of Los Banos currently works with 236 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, LEGAL, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 65 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 Los Banos?

Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (364), Parks & Recreation (96), and Public Works (81), 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 Los Banos publish RFPs?

City of Los Banos publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 52 solicitations from City of Los Banos. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Parks & Recreation, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Los Banos?

At City of Los Banos, 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 Community & Economic Development Department, Public Works, Finance Department, Parks & Recreation Department, and Public Works 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 65 decision-makers at City of Los Banos.

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What does City of Los Banos spend the most on?

Based on 658 tracked contracts, City of Los Banos spends most on Capital Projects (364), Parks & Recreation (96), Public Works (81), Public Safety (70), and Equipment (47). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, LEGAL, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Los Banos's current vendors?

City of Los Banos currently works with vendors including MARK THOMAS & COMPANY INC, KODIAK CANVAS, SW CONSTRUCTION INC, GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INC, NOSSAMAN LLP, PG&E COMPANY, CALLANDER ASSOCIATES LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE INC, and BEST BEST & KRIEGER. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, LEGAL, and UTILITIES. 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 Los Banos have?

City of Los Banos currently has 52 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (364), Parks & Recreation (96), and Public Works (81). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.

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