City of Opelika bids, RFPs and contracts
Opelika, AlabamaPop. 35,765 · opelika-al.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 152
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 505
- Contracts
- 4,861
- 1,566 vendors
The 30-second brief
152 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Opelika's meetings, most in capital projects and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 28: Conditional use approval, site planning, building construction, and playground installation for a child daycare and early education center.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: ESRI for opelika Proposes GIS Software Purchase From ESRI (Oct 2026) and Opelika First Class Pre-k Academy for opelika Considers FY2027 Pre-K Contract (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Opelika's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Opelika has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Opelika buys from, taken from council records. 4,861 contracts with 1,566 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Opelika.
Questions about City of Opelika
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Opelika?
City of Opelika currently works with 1,566 vendors across contract types including LICENSE, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 175 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 Opelika?
Small purchases under AL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Opelika include City of Opelika — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Opelika — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Opelika — 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 Opelika publish RFPs?
City of Opelika publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 505 solicitations from City of Opelika. 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 Opelika?
At City of Opelika, 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, Purchasing, Police, and Parks & Recreation. 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 175 decision-makers at City of Opelika.
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What does City of Opelika spend the most on?
Based on 4,198 tracked contracts, City of Opelika spends most on Capital Projects (2,906), Public Works (577), Grants (358), Information Technology (195), and Public Safety (162). Contract types include LICENSE, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Opelika's current vendors?
City of Opelika currently works with vendors including ESRI, OPELIKA FIRST CLASS PRE-K ACADEMY, J. W. DARDEN FOUNDATION, LEE COUNTY RABIES OFFICER, DREAM DAY FOUNDATION, OPELIKA INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, CDW-G, LLOYD'S, and ESPERANZA HOUSE. These vendors span contract types like LICENSE, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and INSURANCE. 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 Opelika working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, City of Opelika is actively discussing: City of Opelika — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Opelika — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Opelika — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Opelika Approves Tax Abatements for AGS America Expansion Project, and Opelika Planning Commission Meeting: Land Use, Zoning, and Development. 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 Opelika have?
City of Opelika currently has 505 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,906), Public Works (577), and Grants (358). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AL's state portal, and other sources.