Southwestern College bids, RFPs and contracts
Chula Vista, California18,957 students · swccd.edu- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 172
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 5,890
- 2,083 vendors
The 30-second brief
172 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Southwestern College's meetings, most in education & training and professional services. The latest, from Oct 22: Southwestern College was modifying AERO 107 and AERO 108 and aligning related courses GEOG 107, GEOG 108, ART 188, and FTMA 108 with mirrored noncredit courses NC 327 and NC 328. The agenda says the course learning outcomes were being brought into alignment, including a future technical correction item. This shows continued investment in drone technology curriculum and geospatial training.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Grants.
Latest awards: Institute for Behavioral & Community Health (Ibach) (Oct 2026) and Burton C Tiffany Elementary Pta for college District Enters Service-Learning Agreement with PTA (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Southwestern College's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Southwestern College has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Southwestern College buys from, taken from council records. 5,890 contracts with 2,083 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Southwestern College.
Questions about Southwestern College
How do I become an approved vendor for Southwestern College?
Southwestern College currently works with 2,083 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, LEGAL, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 1,790 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 Southwestern College?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Southwestern College include Southwestern College — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Southwestern College — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Southwestern College — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), 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 Southwestern College publish RFPs?
Southwestern College publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Southwestern College. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Southwestern College?
At Southwestern College, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Hec at Otay Mesa, Curriculum & Instruction, Facilities Management, School of Arts, Communication, Design & Media, and School of Applied Technology & Hospitality Management. 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 1,790 decision-makers at Southwestern College.
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What does Southwestern College spend the most on?
Based on 4,662 tracked contracts, Southwestern College spends most on Capital Projects (1,881), Education & Training (1,134), Grants (719), Information Technology (603), and Professional Services (325). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, LEGAL, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Southwestern College's current vendors?
Southwestern College currently works with vendors including INSTITUTE FOR BEHAVIORAL & COMMUNITY HEALTH (IBACH), BURTON C TIFFANY ELEMENTARY PTA, NAVAL WELDING INSTITUTE, SOUTHLAND TECHNOLOGY, SHARIA'S CLOSET, BONILLA, CRYSTAL, LOZANO SMITH, VESTIS SERVICES LLC, and MAVERICKS MANUFACTURING PARTNERS INC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, LEGAL, 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 Southwestern College working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, Southwestern College is actively discussing: Southwestern College — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Southwestern College — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Southwestern College — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Career Education Meeting: Aligning Programs, Workforce Needs, Partnerships, and Academic Technology Committee Meeting: Tech Updates and Discussions. 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 Southwestern College have?
Southwestern College currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,881), Education & Training (1,134), and Grants (719). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.