City of Willowick bids, RFPs and contracts
Willowick, OhioPop. 14,178 · cityofwillowick.com/home- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 83
- 15 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1
- Next due Nov 5
- Contracts
- 817
- 239 vendors
The 30-second brief
83 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Willowick's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and transportation. The latest, from Oct 20: Council approved the purchase of patrol rifles, suppressors, and related equipment for the Willowick Police Department at its October 6, 2026 meeting. The resolution also allowed trade-in and disposal of existing and forfeited firearms and used Law Enforcement Trust Fund money for the remaining cost, subject to separate appropriation. The buying decision is complete, but the department may still need accessories, training, or lifecycle replacement support tied to the new equipment.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
1 open RFP, the next due Nov 5. Latest awards: VERDANTAS for willowick Plans $88,500 Verdantas Engineering Task ($88,500, Oct 2026) and Lake County Board of Commissioners for willowick Set to Join State Route 2 Maintenance Agreement (Up to $2,000,000 for the State Route 2 lighting replacement project; maintenance costs billed proportionally to participating municipalities, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Willowick's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Willowick is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Willowick buys from, taken from council records. 817 contracts with 239 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Willowick.
Questions about City of Willowick
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Willowick?
City of Willowick currently works with 239 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 42 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 Willowick?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Willowick include City of Willowick — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Willowick — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Willowick — 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 Willowick publish RFPs?
City of Willowick publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 6 solicitations from City of Willowick. 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 Willowick?
At City of Willowick, 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 Tom Ponzani | Willowick Ohio, Al Ferritto | Willowick Ohio, Health, Johnny Difranco | Willowick Ohio, and Keith Lawrence | Willowick Ohio. 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 42 decision-makers at City of Willowick.
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What does City of Willowick spend the most on?
Based on 1,066 tracked contracts, City of Willowick spends most on Capital Projects (554), Public Works (204), Grants (123), Public Safety (116), and Public Services (69). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Willowick's current vendors?
City of Willowick currently works with vendors including VERDANTAS, LAKE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, WICKLIFFE, WILLOUGHBY, MENTOR, LAKE COUNTY REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY, PAINESVILLE, and FORD. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Willowick working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, City of Willowick is actively discussing: City of Willowick — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Willowick — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Willowick — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Willowick Council OKs Contracts, Advances Funds, Discusses Sewer Rate Issues, and Willowick Approves NOPEC Grant for 2025: Business Opportunities Emerge. 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 Willowick have?
City of Willowick currently has 6 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (554), Public Works (204), and Grants (123). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.