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San Diego Metropolitan Transit System bids, RFPs and contracts

San Diego Metropolitan Transit System logoSan Diego, California
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 15, 2026
19 days ago
Pre-RFPs
108
19 in the last 30 days
Open bids
5+
Next due Nov 6
Contracts
1,005
369 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

108 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in San Diego Metropolitan Transit System's meetings, most in capital projects and public safety. The latest, from Oct 15: Grantville Transit Center Surplus Land Disposition and Joint Development.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Transportation and Infrastructure & Maintenance.

How they buy

5+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 6. Latest awards: Quality Sprayers Inc for MTS Awards Five-Year Weed Abatement Contract ($415,140.00, Oct 2026) and Resa Power (Resa) for MTS Awards Sole-Source Switchgear Contract to RESA Power ($292,492.35, Oct 2026).

108 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 15

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in San Diego Metropolitan Transit System's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations San Diego Metropolitan Transit System is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who San Diego Metropolitan Transit System buys from, taken from council records. 1,005 contracts with 369 vendors.

QUALITY SPRAYERS INCMTS Awards Five-Year Weed Abatement Contract · Oct 15$415,140.00
RESA POWER (RESA)MTS Awards Sole-Source Switchgear Contract to RESA Power · Oct 15$292,492.35
HMS CONSTRUCTION INC (HMS)MTS Awards $6.6 Million Railroad Signals JOC · Oct 15$6,642,000.00
INNOVATIONS IN TRANSPORTATION INC DBA INITMTS Amends PRONTO Fare Card Contract with INIT · Oct 15$1,634,702.50
INTER-CON SECURITY SYSTEMS INC DBA INTER-CON SECURITYMTS Extends Inter-Con Security Contract Through 2027 · Oct 15$16,597,880.00

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at San Diego Metropolitan Transit System.

Questions about San Diego Metropolitan Transit System

How do I become an approved vendor for San Diego Metropolitan Transit System?

San Diego Metropolitan Transit System currently works with 369 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 20 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 San Diego Metropolitan Transit System?

Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (440), Transportation (328), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (69), 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 San Diego Metropolitan Transit System publish RFPs?

San Diego Metropolitan Transit System publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 949 solicitations from San Diego Metropolitan Transit System. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Transportation, Infrastructure & Maintenance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at San Diego Metropolitan Transit System?

At San Diego Metropolitan Transit System, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Planning & Scheduling, San Diego Transit — Fleet and Facility Maintenance, Board of Directors, San Diego Trolley / Rail Operations, and Government Affairs. 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 20 decision-makers at San Diego Metropolitan Transit System.

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What does San Diego Metropolitan Transit System spend the most on?

Based on 951 tracked contracts, San Diego Metropolitan Transit System spends most on Capital Projects (440), Transportation (328), Infrastructure & Maintenance (69), Public Works (59), and Information Technology (55). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are San Diego Metropolitan Transit System's current vendors?

San Diego Metropolitan Transit System currently works with vendors including QUALITY SPRAYERS INC, RESA POWER (RESA), HMS CONSTRUCTION INC (HMS), INNOVATIONS IN TRANSPORTATION INC DBA INIT, INTER-CON SECURITY SYSTEMS INC DBA INTER-CON SECURITY, SMITH-EMERY LABORATORIES (SMITH-EMERY), INNOVATIONS IN TRANSPORTATION INC (INIT), MODEL 1 COMMERCIAL VEHICLES INC, and HDR ENGINEERING INC (HDR). These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, and FACILITIES. 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 San Diego Metropolitan Transit System have?

San Diego Metropolitan Transit System currently has 949 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (440), Transportation (328), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (69). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.

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