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City of San Buenaventura (ventura) bids, RFPs and contracts

Ventura, California
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 27, 2026
6 days ago
Pre-RFPs
235
13 in the last 30 days
Open bids
1+
Next due Nov 24
Contracts
1,857
540 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

235 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of San Buenaventura (ventura)'s meetings, most in community events & activities and utilities. The latest, from Oct 27: The council was scheduled to execute a general services agreement with ERS Industrial Services, Inc. for turnkey service filter media change and interior coating. The contract term would run from October 27, 2026 through June 30, 2029, with a not-to-exceed amount of $604,020. This is a clear utility treatment-facility services award.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.

How they buy

1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 24. Latest awards: Carrillo's Plumbing Inc (Not to exceed $131,000 initially; potential total contract amount not to exceed $500,000, Oct 2026) and Ers Industrial Services Inc (Not to exceed $604,020, Oct 2026).

235 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 27

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of San Buenaventura (ventura)'s meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of San Buenaventura (ventura) is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of San Buenaventura (ventura) buys from, taken from council records. 1,857 contracts with 540 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of San Buenaventura (ventura).

Questions about City of San Buenaventura (ventura)

How do I become an approved vendor for City of San Buenaventura (ventura)?

City of San Buenaventura (ventura) currently works with 540 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 1,082 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 San Buenaventura (ventura)?

Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of San Buenaventura (ventura) include City of San Buenaventura (Ventura) — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of San Buenaventura (Ventura) — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Planning Commission Approves Trade Desk Permit, Maple Court Development, 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 San Buenaventura (ventura) publish RFPs?

City of San Buenaventura (ventura) publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 816 solicitations from City of San Buenaventura (ventura). 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 San Buenaventura (ventura)?

At City of San Buenaventura (ventura), 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 Manager’s Office — Legislative Advocacy Services, Public Works, Community Development, and City Attorney. 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 1,082 decision-makers at City of San Buenaventura (ventura).

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What does City of San Buenaventura (ventura) spend the most on?

Based on 3,754 tracked contracts, City of San Buenaventura (ventura) spends most on Capital Projects (2,288), Public Works (550), Grants (316), Contract Admin (308), and Environmental Services (292). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of San Buenaventura (ventura)'s current vendors?

City of San Buenaventura (ventura) currently works with vendors including CARRILLO'S PLUMBING INC, ERS INDUSTRIAL SERVICES INC, JOHN KALISKI ARCHITECTS INC, KB HOME, GREENCOAST LANDSCAPES INC, JILK HEAVY CONSTRUCTION INC, SHOWSCAPES INC, WESTERN AUDIO VISUAL, DISTRICT 12 VENTURA COUNTY AL-ANON/ALATEEN FAMILY GROUPS, and CBRE INC. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and FACILITIES. 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 San Buenaventura (ventura) working on?

Based on 28 tracked meetings, City of San Buenaventura (ventura) is actively discussing: City of San Buenaventura (Ventura) — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of San Buenaventura (Ventura) — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Planning Commission Approves Trade Desk Permit, Maple Court Development, Ventura City Council Meeting: Contracts, Land Use, and Program Initiatives, and Ventura Planning Commission: Housing, Zoning, and Anti-Harassment Measures. 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 San Buenaventura (ventura) have?

City of San Buenaventura (ventura) currently has 816 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,288), Public Works (550), and Grants (316). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.

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