City of Oberlin bids, RFPs and contracts
KansasPop. 1,606 · oberlinkansas.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 19 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 179
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 7
- None open now
- Contracts
- 5,140
- 1,361 vendors
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179 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Oberlin's meetings, most in information technology and transportation. The latest, from Oct 15: Nex-Tech billed the city for September telephone, internet, equipment rental, and system lease charges. The report shows recurring communications infrastructure costs across multiple funds, which is useful incumbent intelligence for telecom, internet, and leased equipment services. The relationship is active and likely to continue unless rebid.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: NEX-TECH for oberlin Approves September Telecommunications Services ($1,491.72, Oct 2026) and Kansas Municipal Utilities for oberlin Approves Municipal Utilities Training Dues ($2,194.21, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Oberlin's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Oberlin has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Oberlin buys from, taken from council records. 5,140 contracts with 1,361 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Oberlin.
Questions about City of Oberlin
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Oberlin?
City of Oberlin currently works with 1,361 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 19 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 Oberlin?
Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Oberlin include City of Oberlin — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Oberlin — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Oberlin — 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 Oberlin publish RFPs?
City of Oberlin publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 7 solicitations from City of Oberlin. 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 Oberlin?
At City of Oberlin, 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 City Council, Oberlin City Library, Cemetery & Parks, and Finance / City Treasurer. 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 19 decision-makers at City of Oberlin.
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What does City of Oberlin spend the most on?
Based on 4,447 tracked contracts, City of Oberlin spends most on Capital Projects (2,802), Public Works (765), Grants (473), Environmental Services (207), and Recreation & Community Services (200). Contract types include UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Oberlin's current vendors?
City of Oberlin currently works with vendors including NEX-TECH, KANSAS MUNICIPAL UTILITIES, AMAZON.COM, JACKS SMALL ENGINES, 5.11TACTICAL.COM, FOWLER'S LLC DBA CROSSROADS EXPRESS, FOWLER'S LLC DBA RON'S TIRE SERVICE, OBERLIN AUTOMOTIVE, VIVO FUELS LLC DBA EAGLE TRAVEL STOP, and J P COOKE COMPANY. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. 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 Oberlin working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, City of Oberlin is actively discussing: City of Oberlin — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Oberlin — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Oberlin — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Oberlin City Council: Window Wrap, GROW Donation, Lawn RFP, & Rebates, and Oberlin City Council Meeting: KDOT Grant, Tax Receipts, & Business Recruitment. 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 Oberlin have?
City of Oberlin currently has 7 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,802), Public Works (765), and Grants (473). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KS's state portal, and other sources.