City of Olathe bids, RFPs and contracts
Olathe, KansasPop. 150,025 · OlatheKS.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 3, 2026
- Today
- Pre-RFPs
- 33
- 13 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 124
- Contracts
- 3,865
- 1,393 vendors
The 30-second brief
33 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Olathe's meetings, most in capital projects and administration & finance. The latest, from Nov 3: The consent agenda scheduled acceptance of a regional Department of Homeland Security FY2025 Assistance to Firefighters Grant for purchase of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). Jeff DeGraffenreid was the staff contact. The agenda identified the grant source and the equipment to be bought, but no vote result was recorded here.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: VARIETYKC for olathe Considers VarietyKC Inclusive Playground Agreement (Oct 2026) and Hntb Corporation for olathe Considers HNTB Design Agreement Supplement (Oct 2026).
13 new pre-RFPs at City of Olathe this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Olathe's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Olathe has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Olathe buys from, taken from council records. 3,865 contracts with 1,393 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Olathe.
Questions about City of Olathe
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Olathe?
City of Olathe currently works with 1,393 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, FACILITIES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 40 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 Olathe?
Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Olathe include City of Olathe — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Olathe — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Olathe — 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 Olathe publish RFPs?
City of Olathe publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 124 solicitations from City of Olathe. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Olathe?
At City of Olathe, 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 Quality of Life Department — oversees Animal Care & Control, Public Works & Utilities, Public Works, District Attorney, and City Attorney. 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 40 decision-makers at City of Olathe.
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What does City of Olathe spend the most on?
Based on 1,848 tracked contracts, City of Olathe spends most on Capital Projects (1,407), Public Works (243), Public Safety (71), Environmental Services (67), and Grants (60). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, FACILITIES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Olathe's current vendors?
City of Olathe currently works with vendors including VARIETYKC, HNTB CORPORATION, WASTE MANAGEMENT INC, SEALY WEST 167TH STREET LLC, UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 233, SRRT 2261 INDUSTRIAL DST, TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INSCO INDUSTRIES INC, UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #233, and Q4 INDUSTRIES. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, FACILITIES, and OTHER. 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 Olathe working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, City of Olathe is actively discussing: City of Olathe — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Olathe — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Olathe — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Olathe Planning Commission Meeting: Development Plans and Rezoning, and Olathe City Council Meeting: IRB Policy, Planning, and Shelter Project. 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 Olathe have?
City of Olathe currently has 124 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,407), Public Works (243), and Public Safety (71). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KS's state portal, and other sources.