City of Shively bids, RFPs and contracts
Shively, KentuckyPop. 15,895 · shivelyky.gov/home- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 17, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 4
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 60
- 45 vendors
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4 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Shively's meetings, most in public safety. The latest, from Aug 17: New Major Appointed in Police Department.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Safety and Public Works.
Latest awards: Republic Bank & Trust Company for industrial Revenue Note Approved for Republic Bank (Not to exceed $4,000,000, Aug 2026) and Pape-dawson Engineering for council Approves Waivers for 2708 Dixie Highway Project (Jun 2026).
4 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Shively. Get the AI briefs free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Shively's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Shively has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Shively buys from, taken from council records. 60 contracts with 45 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Shively.
Questions about City of Shively
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Shively?
City of Shively currently works with 45 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 14 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 Shively?
Small purchases under KY's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Shively include City of Shively — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Shively — 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 Shively publish RFPs?
City of Shively publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KY's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from City of Shively. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Safety, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Shively?
At City of Shively, 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 Council, and Government. 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 14 decision-makers at City of Shively.
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What does City of Shively spend the most on?
Based on 182 tracked contracts, City of Shively spends most on Capital Projects (103), Public Safety (26), Public Works (23), Administration & Finance (15), and Grants (15). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Shively's current vendors?
City of Shively currently works with vendors including REPUBLIC BANK & TRUST COMPANY, PAPE-DAWSON ENGINEERING, ROMAN CATHOLIC BISHOP OF LOUISVILLE (ST. FRANCIS DESALES HIGH SCHOOL), HAYES CONTRACTING, B&S ESTATE LLC, KENTUCKY LEAGUE OF CITIES, SWELL, DUPONT MANUAL HIGH SCHOOL NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY, and TEXT MY GOV. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and TECHNOLOGY. 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 Shively working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, City of Shively is actively discussing: City of Shively — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Shively — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026). 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 Shively have?
City of Shively currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (103), Public Safety (26), and Public Works (23). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KY's state portal, and other sources.