Merced College bids, RFPs and contracts
Merced, California11,476 students · mccd.edu- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 106
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 65
- Contracts
- 3,561
- 1,256 vendors
The 30-second brief
106 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Merced College's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 13: The district reported that ELS had been selected on September 14, 2026 to provide architectural engineering services for the Physical Education Complex replacement and pool renovation. The scope covered design, bidding, construction administration, project management support, and post-construction services. This is an awarded professional services contract with follow-on implementation work still ahead.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Information Technology and Grants.
Latest awards: Merced College Enterprise Corporation (Oct 2026) and California Department of Education (Cde) for merced College Approves CDE Continued Funding Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Merced College's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Merced College has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Merced College buys from, taken from council records. 3,561 contracts with 1,256 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Merced College.
Questions about Merced College
How do I become an approved vendor for Merced College?
Merced College currently works with 1,256 vendors across contract types including OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 629 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 Merced College?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Merced College include Merced College — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Merced College — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Merced College — Procurement Intelligence (January 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 Merced College publish RFPs?
Merced College publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 65 solicitations from Merced College. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Information Technology, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Merced College?
At Merced College, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Student Services, Security & Safety, Human Services, Biology, and Health. 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 629 decision-makers at Merced College.
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What does Merced College spend the most on?
Based on 2,606 tracked contracts, Merced College spends most on Capital Projects (1,763), Information Technology (264), Grants (203), Education & Training (202), and Administration & Finance (174). Contract types include OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Merced College's current vendors?
Merced College currently works with vendors including MERCED COLLEGE ENTERPRISE CORPORATION, CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (CDE), CDW GOVERNMENT, BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY N.A., CSU STANISLAUS, ATKINSON, ANDELSON, LOYA, RUUD & ROMO, OPENING TECHNOLOGIES INC, LEGACY REALTY & DEVELOPMENT LLC, CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY DOMINGUEZ HILLS PHILANTHROPIC FOUNDATION, and ELS. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Merced College working on?
Based on 13 tracked meetings, Merced College is actively discussing: Merced College — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Merced College — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Merced College — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Merced College Board Meeting: Budget, Contracts, Elections & Key Initiatives, and Merced CCD Wayfinding Consulting Services RFP: Addendum Clarification. 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 Merced College have?
Merced College currently has 65 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,763), Information Technology (264), and Grants (203). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.