City of Paola bids, RFPs and contracts
Paola, KansasPop. 5,880 · cityofpaola.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 22
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1
- Next due Oct 30
- Contracts
- 12
- 9 vendors
The 30-second brief
22 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Paola's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and public works. The latest, from Oct 14: Sales tax renewal educational campaign and revenue reporting.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Professional Services.
1 open RFP, the next due Oct 30. Latest awards: Waste Management (Wm) for paola Renews Waste Management Collection Contract ($21.28 per customer per month charged to the City; 5% annual increases, Oct 2026) and San Jose Paola for council Considers San Jose Paola License Renewal ($250.00 license fee, Jul 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Paola's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Paola is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Paola buys from, taken from council records. 12 contracts with 9 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Paola.
Questions about City of Paola
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Paola?
City of Paola currently works with 9 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 67 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 Paola?
Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Paola include City Council Meeting Summary, Development & Business Updates, and Pola City Council Addresses Dangerous Structures and Approves Business License, 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 Paola publish RFPs?
City of Paola publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 10 solicitations from City of Paola. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Professional Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Paola?
At City of Paola, 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, 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 67 decision-makers at City of Paola.
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What does City of Paola spend the most on?
Based on 145 tracked contracts, City of Paola spends most on Capital Projects (71), Public Works (38), Professional Services (14), Administration & Finance (11), and Parks & Recreation (11). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Paola's current vendors?
City of Paola currently works with vendors including WASTE MANAGEMENT (WM), SAN JOSE PAOLA, WILSON AND COMPANY, AGLER & GAEDDERT, MIAMI COUNTY FAIR ASSOCIATION, EL POTRO MEXICAN CAFE, and VERIZON WIRELESS. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and OTHER. 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 Paola working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, City of Paola is actively discussing: City Council Meeting Summary, Development & Business Updates, Pola City Council Addresses Dangerous Structures and Approves Business License, and City Council Meeting Summary. 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 Paola have?
City of Paola currently has 10 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (71), Public Works (38), and Professional Services (14). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KS's state portal, and other sources.