City of Modesto bids, RFPs and contracts
Modesto, CaliforniaPop. 219,652 · modestogov.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 30, 2026
- 3 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 171
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Nov 2
- Contracts
- 1,931
- 958 vendors
The 30-second brief
171 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Modesto's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 30: The City of Modesto Planning Commission held a public hearing on November 16, 2026 for Fitzpatrick Land Development, LLC's Founder’s Point East Subdivision Project at the northeast corner of Pelandale Avenue and Tully Road. The notice said the city intended to adopt a CEQA consistency determination with the Founder’s Point East Specific Plan, SCH #2025051142. The item was a proposed tentative subdivision map, with comments invited at the hearing. Decision state: vote scheduled.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 2. Latest awards: Excel Telemessaging Inc Dba Hartley & Associates (Estimated annual amount of $46,218; total amount not to exceed $231,090 over five years, Oct 2026) and West Yost for modesto Approves West Yost Water Engineering Agreement ($85,350, plus $8,535 in additional services if needed; total amount not to exceed $93,885, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Modesto's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Modesto is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Modesto buys from, taken from council records. 1,931 contracts with 958 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Modesto.
Questions about City of Modesto
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Modesto?
City of Modesto currently works with 958 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, MAINTENANCE, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 248 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 Modesto?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Modesto include City of Modesto — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Modesto — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Modesto — 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 Modesto publish RFPs?
City of Modesto publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 198 solicitations from City of Modesto. 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 Modesto?
At City of Modesto, 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 Police Review Board, Engineering, Public Works, Parks & Recreation, and Engineering Services > Transportation Engineering & Design. 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 248 decision-makers at City of Modesto.
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What does City of Modesto spend the most on?
Based on 8,950 tracked contracts, City of Modesto spends most on Capital Projects (6,030), Public Works (1,291), Grants (750), Environmental Services (478), and Public Safety (401). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, 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 Modesto's current vendors?
City of Modesto currently works with vendors including EXCEL TELEMESSAGING INC DBA HARTLEY & ASSOCIATES, WEST YOST, TELEHEALTH SPECIALTY MEDICAL GROUP PC, MARK THOMAS & COMPANY INC, BERRY, DUNN, MCNEIL, & PARKER LLC, BARTLE WELLS ASSOCIATES, GILSON SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS -PHA LLC, GROVER LANDSCAPE SERVICES INC, WEST COAST ARBORIST INC, and HSQ TECH INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, 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 Modesto working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, City of Modesto is actively discussing: City of Modesto — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Modesto — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Modesto — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Modesto Culture Commission Meeting: Goals, Priorities, Events Discussed, and Modesto Planning Commission Approves Tentative Parcel Map for 3001 Health. 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 Modesto have?
City of Modesto currently has 198 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (6,030), Public Works (1,291), and Grants (750). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.