City of Omaha bids, RFPs and contracts
Omaha, NebraskaPop. 488,797 · cityofomaha.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 82
- 18 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 8+
- Next due Nov 4
- Contracts
- 4,768
- 1,470 vendors
The 30-second brief
82 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Omaha's meetings, most in capital projects and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 28: SAFER Grant to Fund 18 Firefighters for New Station 70.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
8+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: Bokf National Association for BOKF to Administer Parking Garage Bond Financing (Not to exceed $110,000,000.00 (aggregate principal of Lease Revenue Bonds Series 2026E), Jul 2026) and African American Empowerment Network Inc for city Funds Step-Up Omaha Youth Job Program ($144,000.00, Jul 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Omaha's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Omaha is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Omaha buys from, taken from council records. 4,768 contracts with 1,470 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Omaha.
Questions about City of Omaha
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Omaha?
City of Omaha currently works with 1,470 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 64 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 Omaha?
Small purchases under NE's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Omaha include Omaha City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Zoning, and Approvals (Dec 23, 2025), CTAC Board Meeting: KPAO Switcher Quote, Reports, Next Meeting Feb 9, and Omaha City Council Meeting: Approvals, Contracts, and Development Focus, 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 Omaha publish RFPs?
City of Omaha publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NE's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 222 solicitations from City of Omaha. 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 Omaha?
At City of Omaha, 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 Public Works — Fleet Management, Human Resources, Public Works Department — Sanitation / Water Resource Recovery Facilities, Mayor’s Office, and Public Works Department — Environmental Quality Division, Solid Waste. 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 64 decision-makers at City of Omaha.
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What does City of Omaha spend the most on?
Based on 4,710 tracked contracts, City of Omaha spends most on Capital Projects (2,655), Public Works (980), Grants (572), Environmental Services (307), and Public Safety (196). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Omaha's current vendors?
City of Omaha currently works with vendors including BOKF NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AFRICAN AMERICAN EMPOWERMENT NETWORK INC, EDUCATIONAL SERVICE UNIT COORDINATING COUNCIL, SIENA FRANCIS HOUSE, 7630 DEVELOPMENT LLC, UNITED UPTIME SERVICES INC, INDUSTRIAL/ORGANIZATION SOLUTIONS INC DBA I/O SOLUTIONS IOS, FBG FACILITY SERVICES DBA FBG SERVICE CORPORATION, and CITY OF OMAHA PUBLIC FACILITIES CORPORATION. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Omaha working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, City of Omaha is actively discussing: Omaha City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Zoning, and Approvals (Dec 23, 2025), CTAC Board Meeting: KPAO Switcher Quote, Reports, Next Meeting Feb 9, Omaha City Council Meeting: Approvals, Contracts, and Development Focus, CTAC Board Approves FCC Form 394, Discusses Studio Needs & Finances, and Omaha City Council Meeting: Land Use, Public Safety, and Contract Approvals. 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 Omaha have?
City of Omaha currently has 222 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,655), Public Works (980), and Grants (572). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NE's state portal, and other sources.