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Gavilan College bids, RFPs and contracts

Gavilan College logoGilroy, California
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 13, 2026
21 days ago
Pre-RFPs
200
20+ in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
39
Contracts
2,833
1,057 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

200 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Gavilan College's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 13: Community College Secures Grant for Registered Apprenticeship Pathways.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Information Technology and Education & Training.

How they buy

Latest awards: Silicon Valley Paving for board Ratifies Hollister Asphalt Parking Ramp Contract ($6,300.00, Oct 2026) and Pellera Technolgies LLC for board Ratifies Microsoft 365 Backup Agreement ($11,304.00, Oct 2026).

200 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 13

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Gavilan College's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations Gavilan College has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who Gavilan College buys from, taken from council records. 2,833 contracts with 1,057 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Gavilan College.

Questions about Gavilan College

How do I become an approved vendor for Gavilan College?

Gavilan College currently works with 1,057 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 578 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 Gavilan College?

Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (593), Information Technology (277), and Education & Training (207), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Gavilan College publish RFPs?

Gavilan College publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 39 solicitations from Gavilan College. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Information Technology, Education & Training. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Gavilan College?

At Gavilan College, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Counseling, Hollister Campus, Noncredit, Music Theory, and Psychology. 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 578 decision-makers at Gavilan College.

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What does Gavilan College spend the most on?

Based on 1,323 tracked contracts, Gavilan College spends most on Capital Projects (593), Information Technology (277), Education & Training (207), Infrastructure & Maintenance (123), and Professional Services (123). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, 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 Gavilan College's current vendors?

Gavilan College currently works with vendors including SILICON VALLEY PAVING, PELLERA TECHNOLGIES LLC, ENERGY SYSTEMS, TRABOH (HOBART SALES & SERVICE), NEXTGEN CLIMATE AMERICA INC DBA NEXTGEN POLICY, FRESHWORKS, MORA, CHRISTOPHER, WEST COAST INTERCOLLEGIATE SOCCER, CABRILLO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, and QUALTRICS. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

How many active solicitations does Gavilan College have?

Gavilan College currently has 39 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (593), Information Technology (277), and Education & Training (207). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.

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