Town of Defiance bids, RFPs and contracts
OhioPop. 13,305 · cityofdefiance.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 6, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 27
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 68
- Contracts
- 73
- 56 vendors
The 30-second brief
27 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Defiance's meetings, most in capital projects and environmental services. The latest, from Oct 6: The study session scheduled a joint Committee of the Whole discussion on 2027 capital project priorities for Funds #403, #406, and #407. No project was selected in the agenda, but the city was clearly shaping its capital plan and funding priorities. That makes this a pre-budget signal for firms that sell planning, design, project management, and capital delivery support. The relevant decision point was the October 6, 2026 study session.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Contract Admin and Public Works.
Latest awards: Ohio Department of Natural Resources for defiance Considers $309,453 ODNR Park Rehabilitation Grant ($309,453.00, Oct 2026) and Keller Development Group LLC for defiance Considers Support for Keller Development Amendment (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Defiance's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Defiance has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Defiance buys from, taken from council records. 73 contracts with 56 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Defiance.
Questions about Town of Defiance
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Defiance?
Town of Defiance currently works with 56 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, LEGAL, TECHNOLOGY, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 35 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 Town of Defiance?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Defiance include Defiance City Council Meeting: Development Plan, Fee Changes & Budget, Defiance CSC Meeting: Approves Hiring Processes & Discusses Police Testing, and Defiance City Council Meeting: Rezoning, Infrastructure & Legal Actions, 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 Town of Defiance publish RFPs?
Town of Defiance publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 68 solicitations from Town of Defiance. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Contract Admin, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Defiance?
At Town of Defiance, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Police, Fire & Rescue, City Council, and City Administration. 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 35 decision-makers at Town of Defiance.
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What does Town of Defiance spend the most on?
Based on 318 tracked contracts, Town of Defiance spends most on Capital Projects (145), Contract Admin (64), Public Works (55), Public Updates (28), and Budget Planning (26). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, LEGAL, TECHNOLOGY, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Defiance's current vendors?
Town of Defiance currently works with vendors including OHIO DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES, KELLER DEVELOPMENT GROUP LLC, ODOT, CITY OF DEFIANCE, IWORQ SYSTEMS INC, BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE DELAWARE-DEFIANCE JOINT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT I, BRUNERSBURG WATER DISTRICT, FIRST QUALITY TISSUE MIDWEST LLC, CLEMENS KORHN LIMING & WARNCKE, and GROSSMAN & KELLY LLP. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, LEGAL, TECHNOLOGY, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Town of Defiance working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, Town of Defiance is actively discussing: Defiance City Council Meeting: Development Plan, Fee Changes & Budget, Defiance CSC Meeting: Approves Hiring Processes & Discusses Police Testing, Defiance City Council Meeting: Rezoning, Infrastructure & Legal Actions, Defiance City Council Considers Right-of-Way Vacation & Capital Projects, and Defiance Council: Rezoning Approval, Updated Personnel Policy, Road Project. 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 Town of Defiance have?
Town of Defiance currently has 68 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (145), Contract Admin (64), and Public Works (55). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.