City of St. Helena bids, RFPs and contracts
St. Helena, CaliforniaPop. 5,194 · cityofsthelena.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 194
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 73
- Contracts
- 1,500
- 609 vendors
The 30-second brief
194 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of St. Helena's meetings, most in public works and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 22: The council adopted the Planning Commission Work Plan for fiscal year 2026-27 and received the prior-year accomplishments. The plan flags future zoning updates, a housing strategy, a general plan annual review, and review of the Planning Commission By-Laws. It also names workshops on capital improvement plans, which helps frame future planning and policy work even though no procurement was authorized here.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Trenchless Company (Oct 2026) and Argonaut Constructors for st. Helena Awards Oak Avenue Contract to Argonaut (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of St. Helena's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of St. Helena has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of St. Helena buys from, taken from council records. 1,500 contracts with 609 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of St. Helena.
Questions about City of St. Helena
How do I become an approved vendor for City of St. Helena?
City of St. Helena currently works with 609 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 84 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 St. Helena?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of St. Helena include City of St. Helena — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of St. Helena — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of St. Helena — 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 St. Helena publish RFPs?
City of St. Helena publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 73 solicitations from City of St. Helena. 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 St. Helena?
At City of St. Helena, 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 Police, Finance, Human Services, Community Development, 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 84 decision-makers at City of St. Helena.
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What does City of St. Helena spend the most on?
Based on 2,587 tracked contracts, City of St. Helena spends most on Capital Projects (1,642), Public Works (443), Grants (183), Recreation & Community Services (174), and Library (145). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_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 St. Helena's current vendors?
City of St. Helena currently works with vendors including TRENCHLESS COMPANY, ARGONAUT CONSTRUCTORS, HYDROLOGICS INC, SHERWOOD ENGINEERS, NICCA HOLDING, and CANNON CORPORATION. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_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 St. Helena working on?
Based on 18 tracked meetings, City of St. Helena is actively discussing: City of St. Helena — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of St. Helena — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of St. Helena — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), St. Helena Water/Wastewater Committee: Alila Hotel, Water Policy, Water Forum, and Active Transportation Committee Meeting: Pavement & Streets Updates. 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 St. Helena have?
City of St. Helena currently has 73 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,642), Public Works (443), and Grants (183). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.