Monterey-salinas Transit bids, RFPs and contracts
Monterey, Californiamst.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 65
- 13 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 4+
- Next due Nov 4
- Contracts
- 1,565
- 546 vendors
The 30-second brief
65 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Monterey-salinas Transit's meetings, most in transportation and equipment. The latest, from Oct 13: Transit Center Relocation Environmental Clearance and Geotechnical Scoping.
Transportation leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Infrastructure & Maintenance.
4+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: California Department of Transportation (Oct 2026) and Thomas Walters & Associates Inc for thomas Walters Provides MST Federal Advocacy Report (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Monterey-salinas Transit's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Monterey-salinas Transit is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Monterey-salinas Transit buys from, taken from council records. 1,565 contracts with 546 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Monterey-salinas Transit.
Questions about Monterey-salinas Transit
How do I become an approved vendor for Monterey-salinas Transit?
Monterey-salinas Transit currently works with 546 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 12 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 Monterey-salinas Transit?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Transportation (1,459), Capital Projects (889), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (183), 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 Monterey-salinas Transit publish RFPs?
Monterey-salinas Transit publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 42 solicitations from Monterey-salinas Transit. The most active RFP sectors are Transportation, Capital Projects, Infrastructure & Maintenance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Monterey-salinas Transit?
At Monterey-salinas Transit, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Transportation / Operations, Information Technology, Mobility Services / Mobility Management, and Planning & Innovation. 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 12 decision-makers at Monterey-salinas Transit.
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What does Monterey-salinas Transit spend the most on?
Based on 2,866 tracked contracts, Monterey-salinas Transit spends most on Transportation (1,459), Capital Projects (889), Infrastructure & Maintenance (183), Information Technology (179), and Environmental Services (156). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Monterey-salinas Transit's current vendors?
Monterey-salinas Transit currently works with vendors including CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, THOMAS WALTERS & ASSOCIATES INC, GILLIG LLC, GRANITEROCK-MYERS JV, TRANSDEV SERVICES INC, CUMMINS, SHAW YODER ANTWIH SCHMELZER & LANGE, and MANSFIELD OIL COMPANY. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, and TRANSPORTATION. 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 Monterey-salinas Transit have?
Monterey-salinas Transit currently has 42 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Transportation (1,459), Capital Projects (889), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (183). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.