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City of Wichita bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Wichita logoWichita, Kansas
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 22, 2026
11 days ago
Pre-RFPs
500
20+ in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
345
Contracts
14,272
5,099 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

500 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Wichita's meetings, most in environmental services and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 22: Electrical Wiring and Breaker Upgrades for Electric Golf Cart Fleet.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.

How they buy

Latest awards: Weekend Wraps & Signs LLC for historic Board Reviews Weekend Wraps Banner Installation (Oct 2026) and Farha Roofing ($111,938.57, Oct 2026).

500 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 22

20+ new pre-RFPs at City of Wichita this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Wichita's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Wichita has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Wichita buys from, taken from council records. 14,272 contracts with 5,099 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Wichita.

Questions about City of Wichita

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Wichita?

City of Wichita currently works with 5,099 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, UTILITIES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 614 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 Wichita?

Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Wichita include City of Wichita — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Wichita — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and City of Wichita — Procurement Intelligence (February 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 Wichita publish RFPs?

City of Wichita publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 345 solicitations from City of Wichita. 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 Wichita?

At City of Wichita, 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 Curriculum & Instruction, Community Development, Police, and Human Services. 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 614 decision-makers at City of Wichita.

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What does City of Wichita spend the most on?

Based on 21,253 tracked contracts, City of Wichita spends most on Capital Projects (13,834), Public Works (3,364), Grants (1,968), Infrastructure & Maintenance (1,108), and Transportation (979). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, UTILITIES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Wichita's current vendors?

City of Wichita currently works with vendors including WEEKEND WRAPS & SIGNS LLC, FARHA ROOFING, KANSAS SPORTS HALL OF FAME, SOUTHERN STAR CENTRAL GAS PIPELINE INC, O’CONNELL, JOSEPH, KING CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INC, BERKLEY GROUP, MCCOWN GORDON, KESSEY, PROSPER OFIO, and DRAPER, SHELDON. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, UTILITIES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. 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 Wichita working on?

Based on 31 tracked meetings, City of Wichita is actively discussing: City of Wichita — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Wichita — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Wichita — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Wichita — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Wichita Approves Equity Bank as Banking Services Provider (Res. 25-543). 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 Wichita have?

City of Wichita currently has 345 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (13,834), Public Works (3,364), and Grants (1,968). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KS's state portal, and other sources.

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