West Los Angeles College bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest contract
- Feb 24, 2025
- 20 months ago
- Contracts
- 124
- 74 vendors
- Decision makers
- 26
- Students
- 12,061
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Community & Outreach.
Latest awards: Photo Booth for ASO Finance Approves Photo Booth Rental for Club Rush ($495.00, Feb 2025) and Dj Services for ASO Approves DJ Services Contract for Club Rush ($550.00, Feb 2025).
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Vendors and contracts
Who West Los Angeles College buys from, taken from council records. 124 contracts with 74 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at West Los Angeles College.
Questions about West Los Angeles College
How do I become an approved vendor for West Los Angeles College?
West Los Angeles College currently works with 74 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 26 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 West Los Angeles College?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at West Los Angeles College include WLAC Foundation Board Meeting: Budget Approval & Program Initiatives, and West Los Angeles College Foundation Board Meeting Summary, 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 West Los Angeles College publish RFPs?
West Los Angeles College publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at West Los Angeles College?
At West Los Angeles College, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Wlac Sheriff's Station, Student Services, Mayor's Office, Language Arts, and Public Relations & Advertising. 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 26 decision-makers at West Los Angeles College.
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What does West Los Angeles College spend the most on?
Based on 399 tracked contracts, West Los Angeles College spends most on Capital Projects (156), Grants (89), Community & Outreach (75), Administration & Finance (44), and Miscellaneous Expenses (35). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are West Los Angeles College's current vendors?
West Los Angeles College currently works with vendors including PHOTO BOOTH, DJ SERVICES, IN N OUT BURGER, PACIFIC DINING, PACIFIC DINING CATERING, 1 ACCOUNTANCY CORPORATION, CADY STEPHEN RAY, DENDREON PHARMACEUTICALS LLC, and HP. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is West Los Angeles College working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, West Los Angeles College is actively discussing: WLAC Foundation Board Meeting: Budget Approval & Program Initiatives, and West Los Angeles College Foundation Board Meeting Summary. 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.