Merritt College bids, RFPs and contracts
Oakland, California6,562 students · merritt.edu- Latest contract
- Jul 9, 2025
- 15 months ago
- Contracts
- 61
- 43 vendors
- Decision makers
- 390
- Students
- 6,562
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Miscellaneous Expenses leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Grants.
61 contracts with 43 vendors on record, including STUDENT SENATE FOR CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGES, CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS and BIG PRINTING.
Vendors and contracts
Who Merritt College buys from, taken from council records. 61 contracts with 43 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Merritt College.
Questions about Merritt College
How do I become an approved vendor for Merritt College?
Merritt College currently works with 43 vendors across contract types including Advocacy Academy, Conference, Purchase, Service, and Event. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 390 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 Merritt College?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Merritt College include Peralta Trustees Meeting: Emergency Resolution & Public Communication, ASMC Meeting: Budget Discussion, Conference Attendance, & Student Support, and Associated Students of Merritt College Meeting Summary, 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 Merritt College publish RFPs?
Merritt College publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Merritt College?
At Merritt College, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Health, Academic Affairs Ed Svcs, Math, Science, and Technology, Curriculum & Instruction, and Allied Health Public Safety. 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 390 decision-makers at Merritt College.
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What does Merritt College spend the most on?
Based on 253 tracked contracts, Merritt College spends most on Miscellaneous Expenses (62), Capital Projects (59), Grants (50), Recreation & Community Services (48), and Community Events & Activities (34). Contract types include Advocacy Academy, Conference, Purchase, Service, and Event. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Merritt College's current vendors?
Merritt College currently works with vendors including STUDENT SENATE FOR CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGES, CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS, BIG PRINTING, HYATT REGENCY, CRUNCH FITNESS, FACULTY & STUDENT LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE, BASIC NEEDS INC., MERRITT COLLEGE BOOKSTORE, CAFÉ SANATANA ROASTING COMPANY, and MARKET HALL CATERING. These vendors span contract types like Advocacy Academy, Conference, Purchase, Service, and Event. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Merritt College working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, Merritt College is actively discussing: Peralta Trustees Meeting: Emergency Resolution & Public Communication, ASMC Meeting: Budget Discussion, Conference Attendance, & Student Support, Associated Students of Merritt College Meeting Summary, Merritt College ASMC Meeting Agenda and Key Initiatives, and Merritt College ASMC Meeting: Strategic Partnerships and Campus Initiatives. 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.