The University of Alabama bids, RFPs and contracts
Tuscaloosa, Alabama44,760 students · ua.edu- Latest contract
- Apr 21, 2026
- 6 months ago
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 13
- Contracts
- 47
- 41 vendors
- Decision makers
- 20
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Information Technology and Education & Training.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 13. Latest awards: Prime Therapeutics for prime Therapeutics PBM Contract Running Through 2026 (Apr 2026) and TIAA for TIAA Retirement Plan Management Enhancements Implemented (Apr 2026).
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Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations The University of Alabama is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who The University of Alabama buys from, taken from council records. 47 contracts with 41 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at The University of Alabama.
Questions about The University of Alabama
How do I become an approved vendor for The University of Alabama?
The University of Alabama currently works with 41 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, STAFFING, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. 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 The University of Alabama?
Small purchases under AL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (90), Information Technology (41), and Education & Training (17), 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 The University of Alabama publish RFPs?
The University of Alabama publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 384 solicitations from The University of Alabama. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Information Technology, Education & Training. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at The University of Alabama?
At The University of Alabama, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Facilities and Grounds. 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 The University of Alabama.
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What does The University of Alabama spend the most on?
Based on 170 tracked contracts, The University of Alabama spends most on Capital Projects (90), Information Technology (41), Education & Training (17), Grants (14), and Administration & Finance (8). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, STAFFING, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are The University of Alabama's current vendors?
The University of Alabama currently works with vendors including PRIME THERAPEUTICS, TIAA, CONTRACTOR AGENCY, MICROSOFT, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR, NIST, ALABAMA EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY, FEMA, and FTA. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, STAFFING, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. 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 The University of Alabama have?
The University of Alabama currently has 384 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (90), Information Technology (41), and Education & Training (17). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AL's state portal, and other sources.