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City of Richmond bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Richmond logoRichmond, BC
Latest pre-RFP
Jul 13, 2026
3 months ago
Pre-RFPs
12
Open bids
2+
Next due Oct 29
Contracts
1,019
603 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

12 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Richmond's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Jul 13: City Planning New Community Wellness Strategy.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.

How they buy

2+ open RFPs, the next due Oct 29. Latest awards: Parish of St. Alban's for richmond Funds Parish Outreach and Food Aid Services ($195,000 total for Parish of St. Alban's, Refuge Church, and The Salvation Army, Oct 2026) and Refuge Church for richmond Funds Refuge Church Food Aid Services ($195,000 total for Parish of St. Alban's, Refuge Church, and The Salvation Army, Oct 2026).

Latest pre-RFP Jul 13

12 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Richmond. See all 12, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Richmond's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Richmond is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Richmond buys from, taken from council records. 1,019 contracts with 603 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Richmond.

Questions about City of Richmond

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Richmond?

City of Richmond currently works with 603 vendors across contract types including OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 12 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 Richmond?

Small purchases under BC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Richmond include City of Richmond — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and City of Richmond — Procurement Intelligence (February 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 Richmond publish RFPs?

City of Richmond publishes formal RFPs on its official website and BC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 137 solicitations from City of Richmond. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Richmond?

At City of Richmond, 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 Office of the Chief Administrative Officer. 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 12 decision-makers at City of Richmond.

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What does City of Richmond spend the most on?

Based on 2,193 tracked contracts, City of Richmond spends most on Capital Projects (1,479), Public Works (218), Recreation & Community Services (198), Environmental Services (176), and Grants (122). Contract types include OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Richmond's current vendors?

City of Richmond currently works with vendors including PARISH OF ST. ALBAN'S, REFUGE CHURCH, SALVATION ARMY, 1135355 BC LTD, ATIRA WOMEN'S RESOURCE SOCIETY, SOCIETY OF RICHMOND CHILDREN'S CENTRES, SD RAILWAY HOMES INC, and DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ASSOCIATION. These vendors span contract types like 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 Richmond working on?

Based on 2 tracked meetings, City of Richmond is actively discussing: City of Richmond — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and City of Richmond — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026). 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 Richmond have?

City of Richmond currently has 137 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,479), Public Works (218), and Recreation & Community Services (198). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, BC's state portal, and other sources.

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