City of Tampa bids, RFPs and contracts
Tampa, FloridaPop. 413,554 · tampa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 29, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 257
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 6+
- Next due Nov 2
- Contracts
- 2,222
- 933 vendors
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257 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Tampa's meetings, most in capital projects and public safety. The latest, from Oct 29: $20M–$30M Stadium Infrastructure and Pedestrian Improvements Planning.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Transportation.
6+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 2. Latest awards: Florida Department of Health for tampa Approves EMS Grant Agreement With Health Department ($12,468.59, Oct 2026) and NAACP for tampa Approves $75,000 History Outreach Agreement (Not to exceed $75,000, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Tampa's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Tampa is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Tampa buys from, taken from council records. 2,222 contracts with 933 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Tampa.
Questions about City of Tampa
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Tampa?
City of Tampa currently works with 933 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 4,534 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 Tampa?
Small purchases under FL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Tampa include City of Tampa — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Tampa — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Tampa — 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 Tampa publish RFPs?
City of Tampa publishes formal RFPs on its official website and FL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1,284 solicitations from City of Tampa. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Tampa?
At City of Tampa, 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 Public Works, Code Enforcement - Animal Control, Housing and Community Development, Construction Services, Development & Growth Management, and Tampa Police 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 4,534 decision-makers at City of Tampa.
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What does City of Tampa spend the most on?
Based on 2,737 tracked contracts, City of Tampa spends most on Capital Projects (1,335), Public Works (673), Transportation (399), Grants (176), and Public Safety (154). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, 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 Tampa's current vendors?
City of Tampa currently works with vendors including FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, NAACP, U.S GEOLOGICAL SURVEY CARIBBEAN-FLORIDA WATER SCIENCE CENTER UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR, VICTOR STANLEY LLC, SWARTZ ASSOCIATES INC, R J THOMAS MANUFACTURING CO INC, LANIER PLANS INC DBA KORKAT, LAUBS DRAINAGE & FLEXI PAVE LLC, MORENO INDUSTRIAL SERVICES INC, and REP SERVICES INC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, 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 Tampa working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, City of Tampa is actively discussing: City of Tampa — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Tampa — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Tampa — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Tampa City Council & CRA Meetings: Business Impact Analysis (Dec 2025-July 2026), and Tampa City Council Meeting: Zoning, Land Use, and Development Review. 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 Tampa have?
City of Tampa currently has 1,284 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,335), Public Works (673), and Transportation (399). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, FL's state portal, and other sources.