City of Wilmington bids, RFPs and contracts
Wilmington, DelawarePop. 73,512 · wilmingtonde.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 208
- 13 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 17
- Contracts
- 1,666
- 730 vendors
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208 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Wilmington's meetings, most in professional services and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 27: Expert Witness and Rate Case Support for Utility Rate Proceeding.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 17. Latest awards: Roberto Clemente Baseball League for grant Approved for Roberto Clemente Baseball League ($6,250, Sep 2026) and Neighborhood House for council Approves Grant for Neighborhood House ($5,999, Sep 2026).
13 new pre-RFPs at City of Wilmington this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Wilmington's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Wilmington is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Wilmington buys from, taken from council records. 1,666 contracts with 730 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Wilmington.
Questions about City of Wilmington
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Wilmington?
City of Wilmington currently works with 730 vendors across contract types including OTHER, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 69 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 Wilmington?
Small purchases under DE's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Wilmington include Wilmington Seeks Bids: Miscellaneous Pipefittings Project (Deadline: 12/4), Wilmington City Council Meeting: Ballistics System, Pensions, & Turkey Drive, and Wilmington Committee Discusses Land Disposition, Rent Escrow & LNI Updates, 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 Wilmington publish RFPs?
City of Wilmington publishes formal RFPs on its official website and DE's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 75 solicitations from City of Wilmington. 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 Wilmington?
At City of Wilmington, 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 Department of Public Works, and Department of Finance. 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 69 decision-makers at City of Wilmington.
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What does City of Wilmington spend the most on?
Based on 2,382 tracked contracts, City of Wilmington spends most on Capital Projects (1,147), Public Works (401), Grants (328), Public Safety (318), and Recreation & Community Services (188). Contract types include OTHER, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Wilmington's current vendors?
City of Wilmington currently works with vendors including ROBERTO CLEMENTE BASEBALL LEAGUE, NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE, NUESTRAS RAÍCES, CITYFEST INC, FIDELITY TOTAL INTERNATIONAL INDEX, ROBERTO CLEMENTE LITTLE LEAGUE, NUESTRAS RAICES, EARNEST PARTNERS, RHUMBLINE CORE, and PNC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, and FINANCIAL_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 Wilmington working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, City of Wilmington is actively discussing: Wilmington Seeks Bids: Miscellaneous Pipefittings Project (Deadline: 12/4), Wilmington City Council Meeting: Ballistics System, Pensions, & Turkey Drive, Wilmington Committee Discusses Land Disposition, Rent Escrow & LNI Updates, Wilmington Committee Analyzes Telecom Contract, Public Meeting Access, and Wilmington Seeks Proposals for ERP Solution and Implementation Services. 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 Wilmington have?
City of Wilmington currently has 75 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,147), Public Works (401), and Grants (328). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, DE's state portal, and other sources.