- How do I become an approved vendor for City of Scranton?
- Start by reviewing City of Scranton's procurement guidelines and vendor registration. As a city in AR, they maintain an approved vendor list. There are 3 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 Scranton?
- Small purchases under AR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Scranton include Scranton City Council Meeting: Approvals, Finances, & Development Plans, Scranton City Council Meeting: Vacant Property, Parking, and Development, and Scranton City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Operations, and Finances, 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 Scranton publish RFPs?
- City of Scranton publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AR's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from City of Scranton. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
- Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Scranton?
- At City of Scranton, 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 / City Administration, and Police. 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 3 decision-makers at City of Scranton.
- What does City of Scranton spend the most on?
- Based on 2,759 tracked contracts, City of Scranton spends most on Capital Projects (1,275), Grants (683), Public Works (557), Public Safety (131), and Parks & Recreation (113). Contract types include FACILITIES, Concession, Construction, OTHER, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
- Who are City of Scranton's current vendors?
- City of Scranton currently works with vendors including COAST TO COAST, SMITH FENCE LLC, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROPERTIES, COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, PENNSYLVANIA AMERICAN WATER COMPANY, PPL ELECTRIC UTILITIES CORPORATION, DYLLER & SOLOMON, UFBERG, and COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROPERTIES SCRANTON INC. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, Concession, Construction, OTHER, and LEGAL. 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 Scranton working on?
- Based on 5 tracked meetings, City of Scranton is actively discussing: Scranton City Council Meeting: Approvals, Finances, & Development Plans, Scranton City Council Meeting: Vacant Property, Parking, and Development, Scranton City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Operations, and Finances, City Council Meeting Summary – June 17, 2025, and Scranton City Council Meeting Recap. 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 Scranton have?
- City of Scranton currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,275), Grants (683), and Public Works (557). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AR's state portal, and other sources.