City of Southfield bids, RFPs and contracts
Southfield, MichiganPop. 76,111 · cityofsouthfield.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 29, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 64
- 11 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 19
- Contracts
- 1,057
- 224 vendors
The 30-second brief
64 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Southfield's meetings, most in capital projects and transportation. The latest, from Oct 29: Site Plan Review and Development for New City Aquatic Center.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Administration & Finance and Public Works.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 19. Latest awards: Boyd Watterson for boyd Watterson Invoice Approved for Asset Management ($8,868.00, Sep 2026) and IFEBP for IFEBP Membership Renewal Approved ($1,395.00, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Southfield's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Southfield is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Southfield buys from, taken from council records. 1,057 contracts with 224 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Southfield.
Questions about City of Southfield
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Southfield?
City of Southfield currently works with 224 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 43 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 Southfield?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Southfield include City of Southfield — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Southfield — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Southfield Planning Commission Reviews Costco & Housing Projects, Nov 19, 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 Southfield publish RFPs?
City of Southfield publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 245 solicitations from City of Southfield. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Administration & Finance, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Southfield?
At City of Southfield, 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 Relations, and Engineering Department. 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 43 decision-makers at City of Southfield.
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What does City of Southfield spend the most on?
Based on 653 tracked contracts, City of Southfield spends most on Capital Projects (257), Administration & Finance (149), Public Works (93), Professional Services (88), and Payroll and Pension (66). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Southfield's current vendors?
City of Southfield currently works with vendors including BOYD WATTERSON, IFEBP, PIA, WCM, NIS, REINHART, MARINER, GRS, and YCM. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and MAINTENANCE. 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 Southfield working on?
Based on 16 tracked meetings, City of Southfield is actively discussing: City of Southfield — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Southfield — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Southfield Planning Commission Reviews Costco & Housing Projects, Nov 19, Southfield Employee Retirement System Meeting: Investments and Approvals, and Southfield City Council Meeting: Public Safety, Appointments, and Commerce. 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 Southfield have?
City of Southfield currently has 245 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (257), Administration & Finance (149), and Public Works (93). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.