City of Waterloo bids, RFPs and contracts
WisconsinPop. 3,600 · waterloowi.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 44
- 12 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 2,275
- 793 vendors
The 30-second brief
44 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Waterloo's meetings, most in capital projects and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 22: Resolution #2026-64 schedules recommendation on the Investment Advisory Agreement with Ehlers Investment Partners, LLC. The notice says it was presented on October 15, 2026, so the committee is still evaluating it rather than closing the item. This creates follow-on opportunity around municipal investment advisory and related finance services.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Ehlers Investment Partners LLC for waterloo Committee to Consider Ehlers Investment Agreement (Oct 2026) and PORTZEN (Pay Request #36: $317,277.20; Change Order #5: $213,305.62, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Waterloo's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Waterloo has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Waterloo buys from, taken from council records. 2,275 contracts with 793 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Waterloo.
Questions about City of Waterloo
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Waterloo?
City of Waterloo currently works with 793 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 19 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 Waterloo?
Small purchases under WI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Waterloo include City of Waterloo — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Waterloo — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Waterloo — 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 Waterloo publish RFPs?
City of Waterloo publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from City of Waterloo. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Waterloo?
At City of Waterloo, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 19 decision-makers at City of Waterloo.
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What does City of Waterloo spend the most on?
Based on 2,197 tracked contracts, City of Waterloo spends most on Capital Projects (1,099), Public Works (381), Public Safety (292), Equipment (225), and Administration & Finance (200). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Waterloo's current vendors?
City of Waterloo currently works with vendors including EHLERS INVESTMENT PARTNERS LLC, PORTZEN, WPPI, MV21 LLC, HNG CLASSIFIEDS - MARY JO, WATERTOWN HUMANE SOCIETY, USA, MWSCO, POEHLING CAPITAL MANAGEMENT INC, and BMO. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 Waterloo working on?
Based on 18 tracked meetings, City of Waterloo is actively discussing: City of Waterloo — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Waterloo — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Waterloo — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Waterloo Council: Infrastructure Plans, Budget Review, and Facade Grants, and Waterloo Council Meeting: Budget, Regulations & Public Works 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 Waterloo have?
City of Waterloo currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,099), Public Works (381), and Public Safety (292). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WI's state portal, and other sources.