City of Traverse bids, RFPs and contracts
Traverse City, MichiganPop. 15,832 · traversecitymi.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 93
- 18 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 4,352
- 1,661 vendors
The 30-second brief
93 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Traverse's meetings, most in community events & activities and parks & recreation. The latest, from Oct 22: At its October 22, 2026 meeting, the Hickory Hills Advisory Committee reviewed an update on the Hickory Hills management plan and a mountain bike RFP. The minutes show the committee recommended that City staff coordinate the effort, so the work was still in motion rather than awarded. The record is useful for vendors tied to trail planning, bike park design, or RFP support, but no selected vendor or dollar value was stated.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Parks & Recreation.
1 open RFP, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: PUMA for DDA Continues Downtown Market Study With PUMA (Oct 2026) and Gei Consultants for DDA Continues GEI River Restoration Services Contract ($657,750, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Traverse's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Traverse is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Traverse buys from, taken from council records. 4,352 contracts with 1,661 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Traverse.
Questions about City of Traverse
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Traverse?
City of Traverse currently works with 1,661 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 54 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 Traverse?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Traverse include City of Traverse — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Traverse — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Traverse City DDA: Investment Pool, Budget, TIF Updates Drive Downtown Dev, 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 Traverse publish RFPs?
City of Traverse publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from City of Traverse. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Parks & Recreation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Traverse?
At City of Traverse, 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 Downtown Development Authority, and Facilities Management. 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 54 decision-makers at City of Traverse.
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What does City of Traverse spend the most on?
Based on 3,860 tracked contracts, City of Traverse spends most on Capital Projects (2,181), Public Works (601), Parks & Recreation (419), Transportation (366), and Grants (293). Contract types include CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Traverse's current vendors?
City of Traverse currently works with vendors including PUMA, GEI CONSULTANTS, INFORM, PROGRESSIVE, FESTIVAL FOUNDATION, WADE TRIM, HUMAN RESOURCE PARTNERS, NORTH COUNTRY ALPINE SERVICES, and CLINCH CONCESSIONS & LIVERY. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and FACILITIES. 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 Traverse working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, City of Traverse is actively discussing: City of Traverse — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Traverse — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Traverse City DDA: Investment Pool, Budget, TIF Updates Drive Downtown Dev, Traverse City Commission Meeting: Liquor License, Streets Projects, Manager, and Brown Bridge Advisory Committee: Parks, Trails, and Funding Initiatives. 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 Traverse have?
City of Traverse currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,181), Public Works (601), and Parks & Recreation (419). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.