Great Lakes Water Authority bids, RFPs and contracts
Detroit, Michiganglwater.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 49
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 32
- Contracts
- 336
- 95 vendors
The 30-second brief
49 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Great Lakes Water Authority's meetings, most in utilities and equipment. The latest, from Oct 20: Major Water Authority Planning New CIP Engineering Projects.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Utilities and Public Works.
Latest awards: City of Inkster for second Amendment to Inkster Water Service Contract (Aug 2026) and Macomb Township for fifth Amendment to Macomb Township Water Contract (Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Great Lakes Water Authority's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Great Lakes Water Authority has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Great Lakes Water Authority buys from, taken from council records. 336 contracts with 95 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Great Lakes Water Authority.
Questions about Great Lakes Water Authority
How do I become an approved vendor for Great Lakes Water Authority?
Great Lakes Water Authority currently works with 95 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 9 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 Great Lakes Water Authority?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Great Lakes Water Authority include Great Lakes Water Authority — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and Great Lakes Water Authority — Procurement Intelligence (February 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 Great Lakes Water Authority publish RFPs?
Great Lakes Water Authority publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 32 solicitations from Great Lakes Water Authority. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Utilities, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Great Lakes Water Authority?
At Great Lakes Water Authority, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Glwa, and B.i.d Program. 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 9 decision-makers at Great Lakes Water Authority.
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What does Great Lakes Water Authority spend the most on?
Based on 671 tracked contracts, Great Lakes Water Authority spends most on Capital Projects (274), Utilities (182), Public Works (145), Infrastructure & Maintenance (39), and Professional Services (31). Contract types include UTILITIES, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Great Lakes Water Authority's current vendors?
Great Lakes Water Authority currently works with vendors including CITY OF INKSTER, MACOMB TOWNSHIP, CITY OF EASTPOINTE, CITY OF MELVINDALE, DOLESS & SEEMORE INC, SOUTHEASTERN OAKLAND COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, CITY OF ECORSE, and CITY OF UTICA. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Great Lakes Water Authority working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, Great Lakes Water Authority is actively discussing: Great Lakes Water Authority — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and Great Lakes Water Authority — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026). 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 Great Lakes Water Authority have?
Great Lakes Water Authority currently has 32 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (274), Utilities (182), and Public Works (145). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.