City of Pickering bids, RFPs and contracts
Pickering, ONPop. 99,186 · pickering.ca/en/index.aspx- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 22, 2026
- 35 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 129
- Open bids
- 5+
- Next due Oct 29
- Contracts
- 1,716
- 456 vendors
The 30-second brief
129 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Pickering's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Sep 22: Commissioning of integrated testing coordinating services for the new community recreation complex and library.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Recreation & Community Services and Public Works.
5+ open RFPs, the next due Oct 29. Latest awards: John Bear Buick Chevrolet Gmc Cadillac for pickering Recommends Five-Truck Fleet Purchase ($391,563.00 HST included; $352,615.00 net HST, Sep 2026) and 856 Pickering Kinsmen Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron for pickering Cadet Squadron Licence Agreement Recommended (Sep 2026).
129 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Pickering. See all 129, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Pickering's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Pickering is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Pickering buys from, taken from council records. 1,716 contracts with 456 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Pickering.
Questions about City of Pickering
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Pickering?
City of Pickering currently works with 456 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 37 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 Pickering?
Small purchases under ON's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (828), Recreation & Community Services (284), and Public Works (158), 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 Pickering publish RFPs?
City of Pickering publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ON's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 122 solicitations from City of Pickering. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Recreation & Community Services, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Pickering?
At City of Pickering, 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 Development, and Engineering Services. 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 37 decision-makers at City of Pickering.
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What does City of Pickering spend the most on?
Based on 1,426 tracked contracts, City of Pickering spends most on Capital Projects (828), Recreation & Community Services (284), Public Works (158), Environmental Services (81), and Professional Services (75). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Pickering's current vendors?
City of Pickering currently works with vendors including JOHN BEAR BUICK CHEVROLET GMC CADILLAC, 856 PICKERING KINSMEN ROYAL CANADIAN AIR CADET SQUADRON, POLYMETIS PROJECTS INC, CFMS CONSULTING INC, DELOITTE, 1133373 ONTARIO INC, and SOUTH PICKERING SENIORS CLUB. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 Pickering have?
City of Pickering currently has 122 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (828), Recreation & Community Services (284), and Public Works (158). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ON's state portal, and other sources.