Los Angeles Department of Water & Power bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 33
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 404
- Contracts
- 3,140
- 1,062 vendors
The 30-second brief
33 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Los Angeles Department of Water & Power's meetings, most in environmental services and professional services. The latest, from Oct 27: The Board agenda scheduled a resolution on Los Angeles utility bill affordability, climate impact mitigation, energy efficiency, water conservation programs, education, and outreach. The item was listed for Board consideration on October 27, 2026, and no provider or contract was named. The agenda stated that the resolution was exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3).
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Burke Williams & Sorensen LLP for LADWP Recommends $1 Million Legal Amendment (Increase of $1,000,000; aggregate budget of $3,900,000, Oct 2026) and Pacific Palisades Community United Methodist Church for LADWP Recommends Pacific Palisades Staging Agreement ($22,500 monthly in the first year and $23,175 monthly in the second year; approximately $548,100 total, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Los Angeles Department of Water & Power's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Los Angeles Department of Water & Power has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Los Angeles Department of Water & Power buys from, taken from council records. 3,140 contracts with 1,062 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Los Angeles Department of Water & Power.
Questions about Los Angeles Department of Water & Power
How do I become an approved vendor for Los Angeles Department of Water & Power?
Los Angeles Department of Water & Power currently works with 1,062 vendors across contract types including LEGAL, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 3 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 Los Angeles Department of Water & Power?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (4,029), Public Works (781), and Environmental Services (549), 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 Los Angeles Department of Water & Power publish RFPs?
Los Angeles Department of Water & Power publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 404 solicitations from Los Angeles Department of Water & Power. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Los Angeles Department of Water & Power?
At Los Angeles Department of Water & Power, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Financial Services Office (FSO), and Board of Water and Power Commissioners. 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 3 decision-makers at Los Angeles Department of Water & Power.
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What does Los Angeles Department of Water & Power spend the most on?
Based on 5,821 tracked contracts, Los Angeles Department of Water & Power spends most on Capital Projects (4,029), Public Works (781), Environmental Services (549), Utilities (233), and Grants (229). Contract types include LEGAL, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Los Angeles Department of Water & Power's current vendors?
Los Angeles Department of Water & Power currently works with vendors including BURKE WILLIAMS & SORENSEN LLP, PACIFIC PALISADES COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, WATER SHARK SYSTEMS LLC DBA CLEAR BLUE ENVIRONMENTAL, NATIONAL WATER RESEARCH INSTITUTE, SUNWEST ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTORS INC, PROCUREABILITY INC, LIMERICK INC, EMERSON PROCESS MANAGEMENT POWER & WATER SOLUTIONS INC, CDM SMITH INC, and Q MATIC CORPORATION. These vendors span contract types like LEGAL, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. 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 Los Angeles Department of Water & Power have?
Los Angeles Department of Water & Power currently has 404 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (4,029), Public Works (781), and Environmental Services (549). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.