San Mateo County bids, RFPs and contracts
Redwood City, CaliforniaPop. 743,568 · smcgov.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 6, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 41
- Open bids
- 10+
- Next due Nov 2
- Contracts
- 1,795
- 897 vendors
The 30-second brief
41 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in San Mateo County's meetings, most in capital projects and parks & recreation. The latest, from Aug 6: Shade Structure to Be Added to Park Playground.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Health.
10+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 2. Latest awards: Horizon Treatment Services for county Plans Property Control Deal With Horizon Treatment (Jul 2026) and Propio Ls LLC for county Awards $10M Interpretation Services Contract (Not to exceed $10,000,000, Jun 2026).
41 pre-RFPs tracked at San Mateo County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in San Mateo County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations San Mateo County is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who San Mateo County buys from, taken from council records. 1,795 contracts with 897 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at San Mateo County.
Questions about San Mateo County
How do I become an approved vendor for San Mateo County?
San Mateo County currently works with 897 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 89 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 Mateo County?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at San Mateo County include San Mateo County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), San Mateo County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and CSLB Licensing & Legislative Committee Reviews Strategic Plans, 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 San Mateo County publish RFPs?
San Mateo County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1,730 solicitations from San Mateo County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Health. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at San Mateo County?
At San Mateo County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. 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 89 decision-makers at San Mateo County.
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What does San Mateo County spend the most on?
Based on 990 tracked contracts, San Mateo County spends most on Capital Projects (381), Grants (199), Public Health (153), Information Technology (151), and Contract Admin (106). Contract types include FACILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are San Mateo County's current vendors?
San Mateo County currently works with vendors including HORIZON TREATMENT SERVICES, PROPIO LS LLC, LIBERTY HEALTHCARE CORPORATION, MELTON, KERRY ROBINSON, FREGOSA VENTURES INC, A BRIGHTER DAY YOUTH WORK PROGRAM, ROBINSON, MARK S., BEYOND MEASURE PSYCHOLOGY & NUTRITION SERVICES INC, and EL CENTRO DE LIBERTAD. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is San Mateo County working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, San Mateo County is actively discussing: San Mateo County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), San Mateo County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), CSLB Licensing & Legislative Committee Reviews Strategic Plans, San Mateo County Board of Supervisors Meeting Summary: Oct 21, 2025, and San Mateo County Supervisors Special Meeting: Land Use, Legal, & Property. 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 San Mateo County have?
San Mateo County currently has 1,730 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (381), Grants (199), and Public Health (153). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.