City of Shaker Heights bids, RFPs and contracts
Shaker Heights, OhioPop. 28,466 · shakerheightsoh.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 186
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 152
- Contracts
- 3,651
- 967 vendors
The 30-second brief
186 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Shaker Heights's meetings, most in parks & recreation and professional services. The latest, from Oct 26: The forestry crew completed 285 storm-related work orders, including 56 in-house tree removals and 4 removals by a private contractor after the June 12 storm. The report shows ongoing post-storm forestry work, but no new purchase or solicitation is described. It is useful incumbent intelligence for tree removal, cleanup, and emergency forestry support.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: A&s Animal Control Inc for animal Control Contract Recommended for A&S Animal Control ($550,925 total estimated amount, Oct 2026) and Iler, Susan for shaker Life Consulting Contract Recommended for Susan Iler (Not to exceed $201,000, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Shaker Heights's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Shaker Heights has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Shaker Heights buys from, taken from council records. 3,651 contracts with 967 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Shaker Heights.
Questions about City of Shaker Heights
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Shaker Heights?
City of Shaker Heights currently works with 967 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSULTING, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 109 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 Shaker Heights?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Shaker Heights include City of Shaker Heights — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Shaker Heights — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Shaker Heights — 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 Shaker Heights publish RFPs?
City of Shaker Heights publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 152 solicitations from City of Shaker Heights. 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 Shaker Heights?
At City of Shaker Heights, 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 of Shaker Heights Sustainability Committee / Public Works sustainability programs, Parks & Recreation, Law, Fire, and City Council. 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 109 decision-makers at City of Shaker Heights.
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What does City of Shaker Heights spend the most on?
Based on 4,345 tracked contracts, City of Shaker Heights spends most on Capital Projects (2,777), Public Works (622), Grants (369), Environmental Services (323), and Public Safety (254). Contract types include OTHER, CONSULTING, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Shaker Heights's current vendors?
City of Shaker Heights currently works with vendors including A&S ANIMAL CONTROL INC, ILER, SUSAN, GRONEK, LONNIE, ALL ABOUT WINDOWS, URBAN PARTNERS, FALLSWAY EQUIPMENT COMPANY, and TRANSMAP CORPORATION. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSULTING, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Shaker Heights working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, City of Shaker Heights is actively discussing: City of Shaker Heights — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Shaker Heights — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Shaker Heights — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Safety & Public Works Committee Meeting: Infrastructure & Development, and Shaker Heights City Council Reviews 2026 Budget & Approves Contract. 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 Shaker Heights have?
City of Shaker Heights currently has 152 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,777), Public Works (622), and Grants (369). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.