City of Rutland bids, RFPs and contracts
Rutland, VermontPop. 15,363 · rutlandcity.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 30, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 130
- 17 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 3
- Contracts
- 1,324
- 809 vendors
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130 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Rutland's meetings, most in administration & finance and public safety. The latest, from Oct 30: Portage Park Kiosk and Historical Interpretive Signage Production.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 3. Latest awards: Vermont Aesthetics PLLC for rutland Approves $5,000 Grant for Vermont Aesthetics ($5,000, Oct 2026) and Thomas Turf Solutions for field Turf Rehabilitation Purchase Listed for Thomas Turf ($5,603.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Rutland's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Rutland is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Rutland buys from, taken from council records. 1,324 contracts with 809 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Rutland.
Questions about City of Rutland
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Rutland?
City of Rutland currently works with 809 vendors across contract types including OTHER, MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 87 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 Rutland?
Small purchases under VT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Rutland include City of Rutland — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Rutland — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and # City of Rutland — 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 Rutland publish RFPs?
City of Rutland publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 188 solicitations from City of Rutland. 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 Rutland?
At City of Rutland, 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 Mayor's Office, City Assessor (lister’s Cards, Assessments, Grand List), Animal Control, Parks & Recreation, and Community Development. 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 87 decision-makers at City of Rutland.
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What does City of Rutland spend the most on?
Based on 2,950 tracked contracts, City of Rutland spends most on Capital Projects (1,407), Public Works (721), Grants (391), Budget Planning (222), and Recreation & Community Services (209). Contract types include OTHER, MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, 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 Rutland's current vendors?
City of Rutland currently works with vendors including VERMONT AESTHETICS PLLC, THOMAS TURF SOLUTIONS, AMERICAN REFRIGERATION COMPANY INC, CN WOOD ENVIRO LLC, GCS, JCI, SAME SUN, LITTLE BEEHIVE CHILDCARE CENTER LLC, and RUTLAND HOUSING INITIATIVE I LLC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 Rutland working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, City of Rutland is actively discussing: City of Rutland — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Rutland — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), # City of Rutland — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Brandon Select Board Meeting: Budget, Initiatives, and Community Updates, and Board of Aldermen Meeting: Financial Review, DPW Truck, & City Properties. 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 Rutland have?
City of Rutland currently has 188 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,407), Public Works (721), and Grants (391). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VT's state portal, and other sources.