City of Winter Haven bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 303
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 3
- Contracts
- 3,585
- 1,278 vendors
The 30-second brief
303 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Winter Haven's meetings, most in capital projects and environmental services. The latest, from Oct 27: Engineering and Permitting for East Winter Haven Wetlands Restoration.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 3. Latest awards: Powerconnect Ai LLC for city Considers PowerConnect AI Agent360 Agreement (Oct 2026) and Tucker Paving Inc for tucker Paving Change Order Advances Road Extension (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Winter Haven's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Winter Haven is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Winter Haven buys from, taken from council records. 3,585 contracts with 1,278 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Winter Haven.
Questions about City of Winter Haven
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Winter Haven?
City of Winter Haven currently works with 1,278 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 199 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 Winter Haven?
Small purchases under FL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Winter Haven include City of Winter Haven — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Winter Haven — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Winter Haven — 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 Winter Haven publish RFPs?
City of Winter Haven publishes formal RFPs on its official website and FL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 136 solicitations from City of Winter Haven. 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 Winter Haven?
At City of Winter Haven, 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 Water, Communications, Public Works, and Police. 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 199 decision-makers at City of Winter Haven.
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What does City of Winter Haven spend the most on?
Based on 2,896 tracked contracts, City of Winter Haven spends most on Capital Projects (1,610), Public Works (433), Grants (392), Utilities (258), and Transportation (203). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Winter Haven's current vendors?
City of Winter Haven currently works with vendors including POWERCONNECT AI LLC, TUCKER PAVING INC, REFRIGERATION & ELECTRIC SERVICES INC, POLK COUNTY, and THEATRE WINTER HAVEN INC. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, and OTHER. 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 Winter Haven working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, City of Winter Haven is actively discussing: City of Winter Haven — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Winter Haven — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Winter Haven — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Winter Haven City Commission Approves Land Use Changes, Considers New Garage, and Winter Haven Planning Commission Considers Parking, Zoning Changes. 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 Winter Haven have?
City of Winter Haven currently has 136 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,610), Public Works (433), and Grants (392). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, FL's state portal, and other sources.