City of Madison bids, RFPs and contracts
Madison, AlabamaPop. 67,968 · madisonal.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 18 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 74
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 18
- Contracts
- 8,617
- 1,663 vendors
The 30-second brief
74 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Madison's meetings, most in capital projects and public safety. The latest, from Oct 15: The Planning Commission was scheduled to review a certified plat for three tracts on 8.03 acres at Town Madison Phase 17. The item lists Mullins, LLC as applicant and Old Town Investments, LLC as property owner. This is a land development signal for future site work and related engineering or construction follow-on, but no procurement is named on the agenda.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 18. Latest awards: Higginbotham Insurance Agency Inc (Sep 2026) and Gilbert, Casella Architects, Plc ($22,000, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Madison's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Madison is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Madison buys from, taken from council records. 8,617 contracts with 1,663 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Madison.
Questions about City of Madison
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Madison?
City of Madison currently works with 1,663 vendors across contract types including INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 188 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 Madison?
Small purchases under AL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Madison include City of Madison — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Madison — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Madison — 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 Madison publish RFPs?
City of Madison publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 80 solicitations from City of Madison. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Madison?
At City of Madison, 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 Police, Parks & Recreation, Mayor's Office, Engineering, and Community Development. 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 188 decision-makers at City of Madison.
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What does City of Madison spend the most on?
Based on 4,248 tracked contracts, City of Madison spends most on Capital Projects (2,848), Public Works (681), Grants (280), Public Safety (228), and Professional Services (211). Contract types include INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Madison's current vendors?
City of Madison currently works with vendors including HIGGINBOTHAM INSURANCE AGENCY INC, GILBERT, CASELLA ARCHITECTS, PLC, BLUE PEPPER INVESTMENTS LLC, GEN-CO INC, ESRI INC, NORTH ALABAMA DRUG TASK FORCE, PETHEALTH, MADISON COUNTY COMMISSION, WILLIAMS & JENSEN PLLC, and HUNTSVILLE UTILITIES. These vendors span contract types like INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, and TECHNOLOGY. 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 Madison working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, City of Madison is actively discussing: City of Madison — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Madison — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Madison — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Planning Commission Meeting: Zoning, Subdivision, and Bond Extension, and MCDAB Meeting: Program Updates, Website Enhancements, and Future Events. 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 Madison have?
City of Madison currently has 80 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,848), Public Works (681), and Grants (280). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AL's state portal, and other sources.