El Monte City bids, RFPs and contracts
El Monte, California7,045 students · emcsd.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 102
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 35
- Contracts
- 4,686
- 1,259 vendors
The 30-second brief
102 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in El Monte City's meetings, most in information technology and education & training. The latest, from Oct 22: The district recommended authorizing staff to use piggyback bids for fiscal year 2026-27 purchases, including kitchen equipment, nutrition equipment, and food/supply related items. The report names available bids and contracts from multiple districts, including Gold Star Foods and Valley Fruit Produce, and says copies are on file in Purchasing. This is an active procurement path with named sources already identified, so the next conversation is about categories, pricing, and how to get onto the approved buy list.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Education & Training.
Latest awards: Valley Fruit & Produce for produce Piggyback Bid Recommended for Valley Fruit (Oct 2026) and Gold Star Foods for bread Piggyback Bid Recommended for Gold Star Foods (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in El Monte City's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations El Monte City has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who El Monte City buys from, taken from council records. 4,686 contracts with 1,259 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at El Monte City.
Questions about El Monte City
How do I become an approved vendor for El Monte City?
El Monte City currently works with 1,259 vendors across contract types including FOOD_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 22 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 El Monte City?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at El Monte City include El Monte City — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), El Monte City — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Elmani City School Board Meeting: Strategic Plan, Budget, and Bond Waiver, 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 El Monte City publish RFPs?
El Monte City publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 35 solicitations from El Monte City. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Education & Training. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at El Monte City?
At El Monte City, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. Key departments include Personnel & Administrative Services, and Business 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 22 decision-makers at El Monte City.
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What does El Monte City spend the most on?
Based on 2,141 tracked contracts, El Monte City spends most on Capital Projects (1,120), Grants (357), Education & Training (277), Professional Services (224), and Recreation & Community Services (163). Contract types include FOOD_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are El Monte City's current vendors?
El Monte City currently works with vendors including VALLEY FRUIT & PRODUCE, GOLD STAR FOODS, IMPERIAL DADE, DOMINO'S PIZZA, DRIFTWOOD DAIRY, BMX FREESTYLE TEAM LLC, WESTERN UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES, and FRANKLIN COVEY. These vendors span contract types like FOOD_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is El Monte City working on?
Based on 18 tracked meetings, El Monte City is actively discussing: El Monte City — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), El Monte City — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Elmani City School Board Meeting: Strategic Plan, Budget, and Bond Waiver, El Monte City SD Board Meeting: Budget, Facilities, & Staff Retention, and El Monte City Council Special Meeting: Pro Tem Selection & Legal Matters. 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 El Monte City have?
El Monte City currently has 35 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,120), Grants (357), and Education & Training (277). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.