City of Madison bids, RFPs and contracts
Madison, WisconsinPop. 286,233 · cityofmadison.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 498
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Nov 2
- Contracts
- 8,085
- 2,591 vendors
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498 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Madison's meetings, most in public safety and environmental services. The latest, from Oct 22: City Expands Safe Ride Program with Grant-Funded Transportation Network.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 2. Latest awards: OVERTURE (Oct 2026) and Vornholt, Julie for commission Reviews Julie Vornholt Garage Mural Design (Oct 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. 8,085 contracts with 2,591 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 2,591 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 299 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 WI'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 WI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 181 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 Parking Division, Department of Transportation, Metro Transit, Environmental Health Services, Public Health Madison & Dane County, and Finance 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 299 decision-makers at City of Madison.
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What does City of Madison spend the most on?
Based on 14,733 tracked contracts, City of Madison spends most on Capital Projects (8,667), Public Works (2,529), Grants (1,916), Recreation & Community Services (835), and Transportation (786). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and INSURANCE. 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 OVERTURE, VORNHOLT, JULIE, FIDELITY, HAGENS, STEPH, BALSLEY, EMILY, MISSION SQUARE, HAAS, JAYCEE, TDC 4484 RR LLC, CHICAGO TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, and J. W. JUNG SEED COMPANY. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and INSURANCE. 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 29 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), Alcohol License Review Committee Meeting Summary: Dec 17, 2025, and Affirmative Action Commission Meeting: Focus on Recruitment and Equity. 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 181 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (8,667), Public Works (2,529), and Grants (1,916). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WI's state portal, and other sources.