Columbia College bids, RFPs and contracts
Sonora, California2,330 students · gocolumbia.edu- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 4, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 4
- Contracts
- 292
- 179 vendors
- Decision makers
- 17
The 30-second brief
4 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Columbia College's meetings, most in administration & finance and education & training. The latest, from Aug 4: College Strategic Planning Discussion Initiated.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Administration & Finance.
Latest awards: Sign Designs Inc for wayfinding Signage and Site Improvements Completed ($172,810.00, Apr 2026) and Mc Dairy Construction Inc for fence and Gates Project Completed by MC Dairy Construction ($75,680.26, Apr 2026).
4 pre-RFPs tracked at Columbia College. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Columbia College's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Columbia College buys from, taken from council records. 292 contracts with 179 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Columbia College.
Questions about Columbia College
How do I become an approved vendor for Columbia College?
Columbia College currently works with 179 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, GRANT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 17 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 Columbia College?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Columbia College include Columbia College — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Columbia College — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and YCCD Board Meeting: Equity Plans, Funding Apps, Policy Revisions Discussed, 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 Columbia College publish RFPs?
Columbia College publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Columbia College?
At Columbia College, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Columbia College, Student Services, and Library. 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 17 decision-makers at Columbia College.
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What does Columbia College spend the most on?
Based on 1,305 tracked contracts, Columbia College spends most on Capital Projects (939), Grants (157), Administration & Finance (93), Education & Training (64), and Recreation & Community Services (52). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, GRANT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Columbia College's current vendors?
Columbia College currently works with vendors including SIGN DESIGNS INC, MC DAIRY CONSTRUCTION INC, CREATIVE PROPERTY RENEWAL, PACIFIC POLYMERS INC DBA AMERICAN FOAM EXPERTS, GERLING APPLIED ENGINEERING INC DBA MUEGGE GERLING, CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES CHILD CARE AND DEVELOPMENT DIVISION AND THE CHILD DEVELOPMENT TRAINING CONSORTIUM, UYEYAMA MATTHEW C, FIRST 5 CALIFORNIA FIRST 5 EL DORADO COUNTY (REGIONAL HUB), FIELDMAN ROLAPP & ASSOCIATES INC, and ROOS TREE NURSERY. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, GRANT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Columbia College working on?
Based on 7 tracked meetings, Columbia College is actively discussing: Columbia College — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Columbia College — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), YCCD Board Meeting: Equity Plans, Funding Apps, Policy Revisions Discussed, YCCD Trustees Meeting: Funding, Personnel, and Curriculum Approvals, and Yosemite Community College District Board Approves Key Contracts and Financial Reports. 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.