City of Placentia bids, RFPs and contracts
Placentia, CaliforniaPop. 54,911 · placentia.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 108
- 18 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 153
- Contracts
- 7,325
- 1,911 vendors
The 30-second brief
108 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Placentia's meetings, most in capital projects and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 27: Heritage Days and the Historical Committee booth were listed as an ongoing project. The agenda does not name a purchase or contractor, but it shows event planning and booth support are active. That creates a small but real lead for event services, display materials, or volunteer coordination around the October 27, 2026 meeting cycle.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Symphony on the Go for foundation Reports $400 Symphony on the Go Payment ($400, Oct 2026) and Big Ben Engineering Inc for emergency Sewer Repair Contract Recommended to Big Ben ($71,000; total construction contract not-to-exceed amount $78,100, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Placentia's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Placentia has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Placentia buys from, taken from council records. 7,325 contracts with 1,911 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Placentia.
Questions about City of Placentia
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Placentia?
City of Placentia currently works with 1,911 vendors across contract types including Professional Service, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 115 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 Placentia?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Placentia include City of Placentia — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Placentia — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Placentia — 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 Placentia publish RFPs?
City of Placentia publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 153 solicitations from City of Placentia. 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 Placentia?
At City of Placentia, 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 Administrative Services, Police, Finance, Planning, and Human 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 115 decision-makers at City of Placentia.
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What does City of Placentia spend the most on?
Based on 15,048 tracked contracts, City of Placentia spends most on Capital Projects (9,759), Public Works (2,113), Grants (1,347), Recreation & Community Services (1,189), and Public Safety (640). Contract types include Professional Service, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Placentia's current vendors?
City of Placentia currently works with vendors including RHA LANDSCAPE, SYMPHONY ON THE GO, BIG BEN ENGINEERING INC, CITY OF ANAHEIM, ALL AMERICAN ASPHALT, VINCOR CONSTRUCTION INC, BERG & ASSOCIATES INC, TRICELL USA, and ORANGE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT. These vendors span contract types like Professional Service, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 Placentia working on?
Based on 23 tracked meetings, City of Placentia is actively discussing: City of Placentia — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Placentia — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Placentia — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Placentia City Council Approves Hotel Development & Committee Resignations, and Placentia City Council: Infrastructure, Development, & Revenue Initiatives. 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 Placentia have?
City of Placentia currently has 153 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (9,759), Public Works (2,113), and Grants (1,347). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.