City of Shawnee bids, RFPs and contracts
Shawnee, KansasPop. 69,848 · cityofshawnee.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 25
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 40
- Contracts
- 2,821
- 1,267 vendors
The 30-second brief
25 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Shawnee's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 26: The records management policy update said Shawnee will use the Contracts Database and iCompass as the primary repositories for contracts and related records. It also kept the City Clerk and department records coordinators responsible for retention schedules and record inventory updates. The policy revision was part of the October 26, 2026 committee packet and was scheduled for council review on November 10, 2026. Decision state: vote scheduled.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Infrastructure & Maintenance.
Latest awards: Cardboard Corner Cafe for shawnee Considers SEED Grant for Cardboard Corner Cafe ($35,250, Oct 2026) and Table Top Game & Hobby for shawnee Considers SEED Grant for Table Top Game ($35,250, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Shawnee's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Shawnee has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Shawnee buys from, taken from council records. 2,821 contracts with 1,267 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Shawnee.
Questions about City of Shawnee
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Shawnee?
City of Shawnee currently works with 1,267 vendors across contract types including OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 40 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 Shawnee?
Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Shawnee include City of Shawnee — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Shawnee — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Shawnee — 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 Shawnee publish RFPs?
City of Shawnee publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 40 solicitations from City of Shawnee. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Infrastructure & Maintenance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Shawnee?
At City of Shawnee, 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 Community Development Department, Engineering, Public Works, Planning, and Parks & Recreation. 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 40 decision-makers at City of Shawnee.
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What does City of Shawnee spend the most on?
Based on 1,839 tracked contracts, City of Shawnee spends most on Capital Projects (1,077), Public Works (308), Infrastructure & Maintenance (154), Grants (153), and Transportation (147). Contract types include OTHER, 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 Shawnee's current vendors?
City of Shawnee currently works with vendors including CARDBOARD CORNER CAFE, TABLE TOP GAME & HOBBY, WIEDENMANN INC, CAMP SHAWNEE, OVERLAND PARK, GALLAGHER'S COFFEEHOUSE, VF ANDERSON BUILDERS LLC, KDOT, OLATHE, and LENEXA. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, 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 Shawnee working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, City of Shawnee is actively discussing: City of Shawnee — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Shawnee — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Shawnee — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Shawnee City Council: Approves Infrastructure Projects and Budget Updates, and Shawnee City Council: Budget, Stormwater, Legislative Priorities, & Amazon. 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 Shawnee have?
City of Shawnee currently has 40 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,077), Public Works (308), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (154). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KS's state portal, and other sources.