Santa Barbara Airport Commission bids, RFPs and contracts
Californiaflysba.santabarbaraca.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 22
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 422
- 319 vendors
- Decision makers
- 3
The 30-second brief
22 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Santa Barbara Airport Commission's meetings, most in capital projects and legal & compliance. The latest, from Oct 27: City Structuring Biennial CDBG and Social Services Grant Solicitations.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Transportation.
Latest awards: Santa Barbara Trapeze Company for residents Seek Plaza Vera Cruz Trapeze License Extension (Oct 2026) and Passur Aerospace Inc ($405,825 fixed amount plus 12% of PlanePass revenues, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Santa Barbara Airport Commission's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Santa Barbara Airport Commission buys from, taken from council records. 422 contracts with 319 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Santa Barbara Airport Commission.
Questions about Santa Barbara Airport Commission
How do I become an approved vendor for Santa Barbara Airport Commission?
Santa Barbara Airport Commission currently works with 319 vendors across contract types including LICENSE, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 3 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 Santa Barbara Airport Commission?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Santa Barbara Airport Commission include Santa Barbara Airport Commission — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Santa Barbara City Council Approves Citywide Strategic Plan 2025-2028, and Airport Commission Approves Lease Amendment with First Class Concessions, 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 Santa Barbara Airport Commission publish RFPs?
Santa Barbara Airport Commission 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 Santa Barbara Airport Commission?
At Santa Barbara Airport Commission, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Airport. 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 3 decision-makers at Santa Barbara Airport Commission.
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What does Santa Barbara Airport Commission spend the most on?
Based on 192 tracked contracts, Santa Barbara Airport Commission spends most on Capital Projects (116), Grants (21), Transportation (20), Infrastructure & Maintenance (18), and Administration & Finance (17). Contract types include LICENSE, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Santa Barbara Airport Commission's current vendors?
Santa Barbara Airport Commission currently works with vendors including SANTA BARBARA TRAPEZE COMPANY, PASSUR AEROSPACE INC, FOSTER & FOSTER CONSULTING ACTUARIES INC, VOYA INSTITUTIONAL PLAN SERVICES LLC, MEAD & HUNT INC, DAVIS CME INC, DISTRITO DE GESTIÓN DE MOSQUITOS & VECTORES DEL CONDADO DE SANTA BÁRBARA, YAMADA ENTERPRISES, and PASSUR AEROSPACE. These vendors span contract types like LICENSE, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Santa Barbara Airport Commission working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, Santa Barbara Airport Commission is actively discussing: Santa Barbara Airport Commission — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Santa Barbara City Council Approves Citywide Strategic Plan 2025-2028, Airport Commission Approves Lease Amendment with First Class Concessions, and Santa Barbara Airport Commission Approves Leases & Concession Agreements. 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.