City of Marion bids, RFPs and contracts
Marion, South CarolinaPop. 6,028 · marionsc.gov- Latest contract
- Nov 10, 2025
- 12 months ago
- Bids and RFPs
- 27
- Contracts
- 133
- 102 vendors
- Decision makers
- 29
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Rubberway Inc (Nov 2025) and First Citizens Bank & Trust Company for lease purchase contract approved for fire apparatus (Oct 2025).
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Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Marion has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Marion buys from, taken from council records. 133 contracts with 102 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Marion.
Questions about City of Marion
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Marion?
City of Marion currently works with 102 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, Lease Purchase, Service, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 29 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 Marion?
Small purchases under SC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Marion include Marion, SC: Bids Open for Concrete Block Enclosure Project by Dec 4, 2025, Marion City Council Meeting: Review of Bids, Zoning, and Legal Updates, and Marion City Council Meeting: Leaf Trucks, Ordinances, Economic Development, 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 Marion publish RFPs?
City of Marion publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 27 solicitations from City of Marion. 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 Marion?
At City of Marion, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 29 decision-makers at City of Marion.
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What does City of Marion spend the most on?
Based on 558 tracked contracts, City of Marion spends most on Capital Projects (280), Public Works (137), Grants (76), Recreation & Community Services (38), and Public Safety (27). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, Lease Purchase, Service, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Marion's current vendors?
City of Marion currently works with vendors including RUBBERWAY INC, FIRST CITIZENS BANK & TRUST COMPANY, XTREME VAC, FLING, DRG DEVELOPMENT RESOURCE GROUP, WEBB'S IRRIGATION & PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT, MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS, MITCHELL, JERRY, and ZEMAN ELECTRIC. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, Lease Purchase, Service, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 Marion working on?
Based on 7 tracked meetings, City of Marion is actively discussing: Marion, SC: Bids Open for Concrete Block Enclosure Project by Dec 4, 2025, Marion City Council Meeting: Review of Bids, Zoning, and Legal Updates, Marion City Council Meeting: Leaf Trucks, Ordinances, Economic Development, Marion City Council Meeting: Fiscal Ordinances and Commercial Impacts, and Marion City Council Meeting Summary. 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 Marion have?
City of Marion currently has 27 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (280), Public Works (137), and Grants (76). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, SC's state portal, and other sources.