University of California-santa Barbara bids, RFPs and contracts
Santa Barbara, California31,335 students · ucsb.edu- Latest contract
- May 5, 2026
- 6 months ago
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 17
- Contracts
- 27
- 25 vendors
- Decision makers
- 221
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Administration & Finance.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 17. Latest awards: Public Domain Players for GSA Approves $1,200 for Public Domain Players Production ($1,200, May 2026) and Campus Catering – Camino Del Sur for GSA Approves Catering Support for Mathematics Picnic ($1,995.00 estimated catering cost; GSA co-sponsorship approved at $600, Apr 2026).
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Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations University of California-santa Barbara is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who University of California-santa Barbara buys from, taken from council records. 27 contracts with 25 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at University of California-santa Barbara.
Questions about University of California-santa Barbara
How do I become an approved vendor for University of California-santa Barbara?
University of California-santa Barbara currently works with 25 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, INSURANCE, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 221 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-santa Barbara?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at University of California-santa Barbara include Sedgwick Reserve Fire Damage Repairs: $2.2M Contract Bidding Open, and UCSB Seeks Bids: Hazardous Material Removal & Demolition Job Order, 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-santa Barbara publish RFPs?
University of California-santa Barbara publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 84 solicitations from University of California-santa Barbara. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Administration & Finance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at University of California-santa Barbara?
At University of California-santa Barbara, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. 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 221 decision-makers at University of California-santa Barbara.
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What does University of California-santa Barbara spend the most on?
Based on 17 tracked contracts, University of California-santa Barbara spends most on Capital Projects (6), Public Works (4), Administration & Finance (3), Education & Training (2), and Environmental Services (2). Contract types include OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, INSURANCE, 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-santa Barbara's current vendors?
University of California-santa Barbara currently works with vendors including PUBLIC DOMAIN PLAYERS, CAMPUS CATERING – CAMINO DEL SUR, NAAN STOP, ETNA WELLFLEET, UNITED HEALTHCARE, RESEARCHERS AGAINST WAR, RANKEDVOTE, SLACK, HIDDEN GARDEN, and WAIL 28. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, INSURANCE, 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-santa Barbara working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, University of California-santa Barbara is actively discussing: Sedgwick Reserve Fire Damage Repairs: $2.2M Contract Bidding Open, and UCSB Seeks Bids: Hazardous Material Removal & Demolition Job Order. 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-santa Barbara have?
University of California-santa Barbara currently has 84 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (6), Public Works (4), and Administration & Finance (3). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.