City of Ottawa
Government Procurement, RFPs & Contracts
256 buying signals are open at City of Ottawa. See all of them free.
- City to Apply for Provincial Disaster Recovery Funds
- Post-Event Review of Road Closures for Major Cycling Event
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City of Ottawa: City to Apply for Provincial Disaster Recovery Funds
The City of Ottawa has authorized an application for Provincial Municipal Disaster Recovery Assistan...
City of Ottawa: Post-Event Review of Road Closures for Major Cycling Event
Following the GFNY Ottawa 2026 cycling event, a city councillor has requested a formal review of the...
City of Ottawa: Public Consultation for Street Renaming Project
The City of Ottawa has approved a project to rename a street, directing a city councillor to lead a ...
City of Ottawa: Public Health Department Flags Tech & Cybersecurity Risk
Ottawa Public Health's risk register flags ongoing technology, privacy, and cybersecurity risks, eve...
City of Ottawa: Public Health Unit Facing $4.5M Deficit, Launching Review
Ottawa Public Health is facing a projected deficit starting at $4.5 million in 2027 and growing to $...
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- How do I become an approved vendor for City of Ottawa?
- Start by reviewing City of Ottawa's procurement guidelines and vendor registration. As a city in ON, they maintain an approved vendor list. There are 48 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 Ottawa?
- Small purchases under ON's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (2,763), Public Works (295), and Transportation (228), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Ottawa publish RFPs?
- City of Ottawa publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ON's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 260 solicitations from City of Ottawa. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
- Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Ottawa?
- At City of Ottawa, 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 Council, Ward 12 Rideau-Vanier, and Sales, Business & Major Events. 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 48 decision-makers at City of Ottawa.
- What does City of Ottawa spend the most on?
- Based on 3,632 tracked contracts, City of Ottawa spends most on Capital Projects (2,763), Public Works (295), Transportation (228), Grants (201), and Public Safety (145). Contract types include OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
- Who are City of Ottawa's current vendors?
- City of Ottawa currently works with vendors including CANADIAN RED CROSS, SOCIÉTÉ DE LOGEMENT COMMUNAUTAIRE D'OTTAWA, 1197692 ONTARIO INC, OTTAWA COMMUNITY HOUSING CORPORATION, TELUS COLLABORATIVE HEALTH RECORD, and MICROSOFT COPILOT. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
- How many active solicitations does City of Ottawa have?
- City of Ottawa currently has 260 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,763), Public Works (295), and Transportation (228). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ON's state portal, and other sources.
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