Town of La Plata bids, RFPs and contracts
La Plata, MarylandPop. 12,137 · townoflaplata.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 163
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 64
- Contracts
- 927
- 566 vendors
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163 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of La Plata's meetings, most in professional services and public works. The latest, from Oct 28: Town Revising Post-Meeting Reporting and Open Meetings Procedures.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Maryland State Highway Administration for la Plata Considers Highway Administration Safety Agreement (Oct 2026) and Superior Facilities Management Services LLC for utility and Road Improvement Contract Considered (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of La Plata's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of La Plata has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of La Plata buys from, taken from council records. 927 contracts with 566 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of La Plata.
Questions about Town of La Plata
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of La Plata?
Town of La Plata currently works with 566 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 36 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 La Plata?
Small purchases under MD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of La Plata include Town of La Plata — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of La Plata — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town Council Meeting: Tourism Zones Approved, Performance Review Set, 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 La Plata publish RFPs?
Town of La Plata publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 64 solicitations from Town of La Plata. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of La Plata?
At Town of La Plata, 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 Planning, City Council, Animal Control, Public Works, and 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 36 decision-makers at Town of La Plata.
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What does Town of La Plata spend the most on?
Based on 1,937 tracked contracts, Town of La Plata spends most on Capital Projects (1,112), Public Works (527), Environmental Services (104), Grants (99), and Recreation & Community Services (95). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of La Plata's current vendors?
Town of La Plata currently works with vendors including MARYLAND STATE HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, SUPERIOR FACILITIES MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC, C.A. BEAN INC, CITYLOGIX, ZELOS, WALDORF FORD, and CDM SMITH INC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and EQUIPMENT. 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 La Plata working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, Town of La Plata is actively discussing: Town of La Plata — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of La Plata — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town Council Meeting: Tourism Zones Approved, Performance Review Set, MD Contract 2026: Dodge Durango Police Pursuit Vehicle Procurement, and Town Council Meeting: New Officer, Infrastructure, and Budget Schedule. 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 La Plata have?
Town of La Plata currently has 64 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,112), Public Works (527), and Environmental Services (104). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MD's state portal, and other sources.