City of Solon bids, RFPs and contracts
Solon, OhioPop. 23,679 · solonohio.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 15 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 113
- 18 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 492
- Contracts
- 5,196
- 1,425 vendors
The 30-second brief
113 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Solon's meetings, most in capital projects and parks & recreation. The latest, from Oct 12: City Seeking Vending and Concession Operations for Community Park.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Burgess & Niple (B&n) for solon Approves $29,970 Burgess Niple Design Modification ($29,970.00, Oct 2026) and Cincinnati Insurance Co for cincinnati Insurance Provides TransCon Liability Coverage (Oct 2026).
18 new pre-RFPs at City of Solon this month. See all 113, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Solon's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Solon has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Solon buys from, taken from council records. 5,196 contracts with 1,425 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Solon.
Questions about City of Solon
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Solon?
City of Solon currently works with 1,425 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 111 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 Solon?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Solon include City of Solon — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Solon — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Solon — 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 Solon publish RFPs?
City of Solon publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 492 solicitations from City of Solon. 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 Solon?
At City of Solon, 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 Parks & Recreation, Police, Fire, Engineering, and Mayor's Office. 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 111 decision-makers at City of Solon.
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What does City of Solon spend the most on?
Based on 5,313 tracked contracts, City of Solon spends most on Capital Projects (3,403), Public Works (1,213), Grants (287), Environmental Services (214), and Public Safety (196). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Solon's current vendors?
City of Solon currently works with vendors including BURGESS & NIPLE (B&N), CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO, HALL PUBLIC SAFETY, FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF PENNSYLVANIA, IRONPLANET INC DBA GOVPLANET, OHIO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, TERRACE CONSTRUCTION, CITY OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, CINCINNATI INSURANCE COMPANY, and 5280 HARPER LLC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. 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 Solon working on?
Based on 13 tracked meetings, City of Solon is actively discussing: City of Solon — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Solon — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Solon — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Solon City Council Meeting: Approving 2026 Capital & Operating Budgets, and Solon Council Approves Park Expansion, Greenway Agreements, 2026 Budget. 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 Solon have?
City of Solon currently has 492 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,403), Public Works (1,213), and Grants (287). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.