City of Oak Ridge bids, RFPs and contracts
Oak Ridge, TennesseePop. 35,395 · oakridgetn.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 19 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 208
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 19
- Contracts
- 1,541
- 759 vendors
The 30-second brief
208 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Oak Ridge's meetings, most in capital projects and utilities. The latest, from Oct 15: At its October 15, 2026 meeting, the Planning Commission considered rezoning 173 acres of Parcel 109 001.00 off Tuskegee Drive from R-1-A and RG-1 to R-3 medium density residential. Staff said the comprehensive plan adopted earlier in 2026 already shows the site as ideal for medium density residential. The memo said future development would need a traffic impact study, major improvements to Tuskegee Drive, and utility extensions before construction can proceed.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Recreation & Community Services.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 19. Latest awards: Waste Connections for council Discusses Fall Leaf Schedule With Waste Connections (Oct 2026) and Mdi Contracting for oak Ridge Proposes MDI Emergency Waterline Contract (Not to exceed $120,000, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Oak Ridge's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Oak Ridge is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Oak Ridge buys from, taken from council records. 1,541 contracts with 759 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Oak Ridge.
Questions about City of Oak Ridge
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Oak Ridge?
City of Oak Ridge currently works with 759 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, SUPPLIES, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 84 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 Oak Ridge?
Small purchases under TN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Oak Ridge include City of Oak Ridge — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Oak Ridge — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Oak Ridge — 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 Oak Ridge publish RFPs?
City of Oak Ridge publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 295 solicitations from City of Oak Ridge. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Oak Ridge?
At City of Oak Ridge, 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 Stormwater, Planning, Fire, City Manager, and Recreation & Parks. 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 84 decision-makers at City of Oak Ridge.
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What does City of Oak Ridge spend the most on?
Based on 2,658 tracked contracts, City of Oak Ridge spends most on Capital Projects (1,936), Grants (233), Recreation & Community Services (178), Public Works (175), and Environmental Services (136). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, SUPPLIES, 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 Oak Ridge's current vendors?
City of Oak Ridge currently works with vendors including WASTE CONNECTIONS, MDI CONTRACTING, THE HARTFORD, MANSFIELD OIL COMPANY, EAST TENNESSEE HUMAN RESOURCE AGENCY (ETHRA), BRABSTON UTILITY, SUPERIOR PAVEMENT MARKING INC, CLARK NEXSEN, and AXON ENTERPRISE INC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, SUPPLIES, 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 Oak Ridge working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, City of Oak Ridge is actively discussing: City of Oak Ridge — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Oak Ridge — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Oak Ridge — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), FY2026-186: Oak Ridge Seeks Bids for City Parks and Greenways Mowing, and EQAB Reviews Tree Protection, Recycling, & Parks Plan; Impacts Businesses. 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 Oak Ridge have?
City of Oak Ridge currently has 295 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,936), Grants (233), and Recreation & Community Services (178). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TN's state portal, and other sources.