City of Orinda bids, RFPs and contracts
Orinda, CaliforniaPop. 19,507 · cityoforinda.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 54
- 17 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Dec 30
- Contracts
- 584
- 197 vendors
The 30-second brief
54 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Orinda's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and parks & recreation. The latest, from Oct 14: Moraga-Orinda Fire District, with East Bay Municipal Utility District, was preparing a grant application for the proposed West Orinda Shaded Fuel Break. The report said the project would create a strategic fuel break around the El Toyonal neighborhood if awarded, and the City would provide a support letter. This is a current grant-funded infrastructure and wildfire-risk lead with regional partners involved.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Transportation and Public Works.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Dec 30. Latest awards: Ladris Technologies Inc for orinda Extends Ladris Evacuation Modeling Agreement (Oct 2026) and Fire Safe Moraga-orinda (Fsmo) for orinda Approves Wildfire Preparedness Contract With FSMO (Oct 2026).
17 new pre-RFPs at City of Orinda this month. See all 54, free.
Unlock all 54 pre-RFPsFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Orinda's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Orinda is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Orinda buys from, taken from council records. 584 contracts with 197 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Orinda.
Questions about City of Orinda
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Orinda?
City of Orinda currently works with 197 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 34 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 Orinda?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Orinda include TSAC Meeting: Pathway Project Prioritized, Traffic Concerns Discussed, Orinda TSAC Meeting: Traffic Calming, Bicycle Improvements, NTMP Updates, and Orinda Parks & Rec Commission Meeting: Dog Area, Facility Use Policy, 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 Orinda publish RFPs?
City of Orinda publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 266 solicitations from City of Orinda. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Transportation, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Orinda?
At City of Orinda, 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 Clerk, Public Works, Human Resources, Administration, and Police. 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 34 decision-makers at City of Orinda.
Show 4 more questions
What does City of Orinda spend the most on?
Based on 458 tracked contracts, City of Orinda spends most on Capital Projects (172), Transportation (98), Public Works (82), Public Safety (69), and Grants (37). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, 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 Orinda's current vendors?
City of Orinda currently works with vendors including LADRIS TECHNOLOGIES INC, FIRE SAFE MORAGA-ORINDA (FSMO), AMAROMO, GRADETECH INC, MIKSIS SERVICES INC, 8MOOSE, ORINDA WOODS HOA, and THIS IS A TEST. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, 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 Orinda working on?
Based on 16 tracked meetings, City of Orinda is actively discussing: TSAC Meeting: Pathway Project Prioritized, Traffic Concerns Discussed, Orinda TSAC Meeting: Traffic Calming, Bicycle Improvements, NTMP Updates, Orinda Parks & Rec Commission Meeting: Dog Area, Facility Use Policy, Orinda Traffic Safety Committee Reviews Calming Measures & Enforcement, and APPC Meeting: Public Art Loans, Placements, and Approvals Discussed. 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 Orinda have?
City of Orinda currently has 266 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (172), Transportation (98), and Public Works (82). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.