City of Markham bids, RFPs and contracts
Markham, ONPop. 362,294 · markham.ca- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 87
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 6+
- Next due Nov 6
- Contracts
- 1,974
- 781 vendors
The 30-second brief
87 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Markham's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 27: Major Community Centre & Library Master Planning.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Transportation.
6+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 6. Latest awards: HOOPLA for library Continues Hoopla Digital Resource Subscription (Oct 2026) and OVERDRIVE (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Markham's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Markham is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Markham buys from, taken from council records. 1,974 contracts with 781 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Markham.
Questions about City of Markham
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Markham?
City of Markham currently works with 781 vendors across contract types including LICENSE, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 12 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 Markham?
Small purchases under ON's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Markham include City of Markham — Procurement Intelligence (March 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 Markham publish RFPs?
City of Markham publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ON's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 238 solicitations from City of Markham. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Markham?
At City of Markham, 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 Economic Growth, Culture and Entrepreneurship, and Assessment & Tax. 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 12 decision-makers at City of Markham.
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What does City of Markham spend the most on?
Based on 4,355 tracked contracts, City of Markham spends most on Capital Projects (2,873), Grants (436), Transportation (423), Public Works (334), and Community & Outreach (289). Contract types include LICENSE, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Markham's current vendors?
City of Markham currently works with vendors including HOOPLA, OVERDRIVE, UNIQUE MANAGEMENT SERVICES, BIBLIOTHECA CANADA INC, MARKHAM CYCLES, SCOOTY, GREGORY DESIGN GROUP, and GOLDBERG GROUP. These vendors span contract types like LICENSE, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and TRANSPORTATION. 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 Markham working on?
Based on 1 tracked meeting, City of Markham is actively discussing: City of Markham — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026). 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 Markham have?
City of Markham currently has 238 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,873), Grants (436), and Transportation (423). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ON's state portal, and other sources.