Town of South Bend bids, RFPs and contracts
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- Aug 19, 2025
- 14 months ago
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 67
- 57 vendors
- Decision makers
- 1
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Mckenna & Associates for new Carlisle Retains Mckenna for Zoning Update (Aug 2025) and ENFOCUS for enFocus to Extend Economic Impact Work ($18,333.00, Aug 2025).
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Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of South Bend has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of South Bend buys from, taken from council records. 67 contracts with 57 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of South Bend.
Questions about Town of South Bend
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of South Bend?
Town of South Bend currently works with 57 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, Professional Services, Professional Service Agreement, On-Call Services, and Professional Service. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 1 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 South Bend?
Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of South Bend include Area Plan Commission Reviews Subdivision Sirens and Solar Ordinance, St. Joseph County Board Meeting Summary: Approvals and Business Impacts, and St. Joseph County Commissioners Meeting: Highway Bids, Contracts, Veterans, 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 South Bend publish RFPs?
Town of South Bend publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from Town of South Bend. 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 South Bend?
At Town of South Bend, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 decision-makers at Town of South Bend.
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What does Town of South Bend spend the most on?
Based on 117 tracked contracts, Town of South Bend spends most on Capital Projects (76), Public Works (16), Environmental Services (11), Grants (7), and Professional Services (7). Contract types include CONSULTING, Professional Services, Professional Service Agreement, On-Call Services, and Professional Service. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of South Bend's current vendors?
Town of South Bend currently works with vendors including MCKENNA & ASSOCIATES, ENFOCUS, STEVE SANTE APPRAISAL, LAWSON FISHER, APPRAISAL SPECIALISTS, JPR, WIGHTMAN & ASSOCIATES, and JONES PETRIE RAFINSKI. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, Professional Services, Professional Service Agreement, On-Call Services, and Professional Service. 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 South Bend working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, Town of South Bend is actively discussing: Area Plan Commission Reviews Subdivision Sirens and Solar Ordinance, St. Joseph County Board Meeting Summary: Approvals and Business Impacts, St. Joseph County Commissioners Meeting: Highway Bids, Contracts, Veterans, St. Joseph County Area Plan Commission & Board of Commissioners Meeting Summary, and St. Joseph County Commissioners Meeting: Key Approvals and Investments. 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 South Bend have?
Town of South Bend currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (76), Public Works (16), and Environmental Services (11). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KS's state portal, and other sources.