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University of California-riverside bids, RFPs and contracts

Riverside, California
Latest pre-RFP
May 25, 2026
5 months ago
Pre-RFPs
12
Bids and RFPs
26
Contracts
891
556 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

12 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in University of California-riverside's meetings, most in transportation and professional services. The latest, from May 25: Office Restructuring Creates New Engagement Focus.

Where the money goes

Grants leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Environmental Services and Capital Projects.

How they buy

Latest awards: Us Storage Centers on Blaine for planned Summer Storage Partnership for Donation Drive (May 2026) and SUNBOLT for proposed SunBolt Contract for UCR Solar Table Repairs ($13,768 (Total Estimated Cost of Maintenance), May 2026).

Latest pre-RFP May 25

12 pre-RFPs tracked at University of California-riverside. Get the ones that fit you, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in University of California-riverside's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations University of California-riverside has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who University of California-riverside buys from, taken from council records. 891 contracts with 556 vendors.

US STORAGE CENTERS ON BLAINEPlanned Summer Storage Partnership for Donation Drive · May 13Undisclosed
SUNBOLTProposed SunBolt Contract for UCR Solar Table Repairs · May 13$13,768
BARN WEST PATIOBarn West Patio reserved for PISA cultural event · May 7$1,200.00
UCR DINING SERVICESUCR Dining Services designated caterer for PISA event · May 7Undisclosed
VEX ROBOTICSField element kit purchase approved for VEX Robotics · May 7$599.99

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at University of California-riverside.

Questions about University of California-riverside

How do I become an approved vendor for University of California-riverside?

University of California-riverside currently works with 556 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, FOOD_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 125 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 University of California-riverside?

Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at University of California-riverside include University Of California-Riverside — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), University Of California-Riverside — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and University Of California-Riverside — 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 University of California-riverside publish RFPs?

University of California-riverside publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 26 solicitations from University of California-riverside. The most active RFP sectors are Grants, Environmental Services, Capital Projects. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at University of California-riverside?

At University of California-riverside, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Student Health Services, Office of the Chancellor, Information Technology Solutions, and Chancellor's Office. 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 125 decision-makers at University of California-riverside.

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What does University of California-riverside spend the most on?

Based on 1,291 tracked contracts, University of California-riverside spends most on Grants (366), Environmental Services (323), Capital Projects (250), Community & Outreach (240), and Transportation (112). Contract types include FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, FOOD_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are University of California-riverside's current vendors?

University of California-riverside currently works with vendors including US STORAGE CENTERS ON BLAINE, SUNBOLT, BARN WEST PATIO, UCR DINING SERVICES, VEX ROBOTICS, AMAZON, BAMBU LAB, BARN MEDIA, and FEIYUE SEWING MACHINES. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, FOOD_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is University of California-riverside working on?

Based on 12 tracked meetings, University of California-riverside is actively discussing: University Of California-Riverside — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), University Of California-Riverside — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), University Of California-Riverside — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), ASUCR Elections Code Rewrites Campaign Violations Clause, and ASUCR Senate Bill: Social Media Account Consolidation and Guidelines. 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 University of California-riverside have?

University of California-riverside currently has 26 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Grants (366), Environmental Services (323), and Capital Projects (250). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.

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