City of Orange bids, RFPs and contracts
Orange, CaliforniaPop. 138,365 · cityoforange.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 234
- 14 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Nov 19
- Contracts
- 3,982
- 1,348 vendors
The 30-second brief
234 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Orange's meetings, most in administration & finance and parks & recreation. The latest, from Oct 20: At its October 20, 2026 meeting, the commission reviewed a proposed Fiscal Year 2027-28 capital improvement plan (CIP) list for parks projects. The package names future work including the Parks Master Plan, playground replacements, trail paving, and park repairs, with funding tied to the Park Acquisition (510) fund. Several items are still being shaped for council recommendation, while others are queued for future budget cycles. The lead matters for firms that sell planning, design, and construction services to park departments.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 19. Latest awards: MIG for MIG Advances New Park in West Orange Design (Oct 2026) and Kimley Horne for kimley Horne Continues Grijalva Park Masterplan Work (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Orange's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Orange is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Orange buys from, taken from council records. 3,982 contracts with 1,348 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Orange.
Questions about City of Orange
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Orange?
City of Orange currently works with 1,348 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 92 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 Orange?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Orange include City of Orange — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Orange — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Orange — 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 Orange publish RFPs?
City of Orange publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 129 solicitations from City of Orange. 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 Orange?
At City of Orange, 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 Finance Department, Information Technology, Public Works Department, Community Services Department, and Community Services Department — Parks and Facilities. 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 92 decision-makers at City of Orange.
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What does City of Orange spend the most on?
Based on 2,933 tracked contracts, City of Orange spends most on Capital Projects (1,595), Public Works (502), Grants (331), Public Safety (274), and Transportation (231). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Orange's current vendors?
City of Orange currently works with vendors including MIG, KIMLEY HORNE, QUALITY ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS INC, JANUS, ARCHITECTURAL RESOURCES GROUP, CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES’ RETIREMENT SYSTEM (CALPERS), ORANGE SENIOR HOUSING, NONAHME VINTAGE/SWEET PEACH VINTAGE, AGA ENGINEERS, and PTM GENERAL ENGINEERING SERVICE INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 Orange working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, City of Orange is actively discussing: City of Orange — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Orange — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Orange — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Grijalva Park Skatepark Project: Addendum No. 1 - Bid Clarifications & Specs, and Bids Invited: Reservoir 5 Cathodic Protection System Installation 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 Orange have?
City of Orange currently has 129 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,595), Public Works (502), and Grants (331). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.