City of Baltimore bids, RFPs and contracts
MarylandPop. 565,239 · baltimorecity.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2024
- 2 years ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 1
- Bids and RFPs
- 15
- Decision makers
- 27
The 30-second brief
1 pre-RFP (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Baltimore's meetings, most in construction. The latest, from Oct 15: Ongoing Water/Sewer Infrastructure CIP Needs.
Construction leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Real Estate and Environmental Services.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Baltimore's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Baltimore has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Baltimore buys from, taken from council records.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Baltimore.
Questions about City of Baltimore
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Baltimore?
Start by reviewing City of Baltimore's procurement guidelines and vendor registration. As a city in MD, they maintain an approved vendor list. There are 27 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 City of Baltimore?
Small purchases under MD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Baltimore include City of Baltimore Budget & Appropriations Committee Briefings: Financial Oversight and ARPA Funds, Legislative Oversight of Baltimore City Firefighter Payroll Failures, and Baltimore City Land Use & Transportation Committee 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 City of Baltimore publish RFPs?
City of Baltimore publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 15 solicitations from City of Baltimore. The most active RFP sectors are Construction, Real Estate, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Baltimore?
At City of Baltimore, 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 Department of Public Works, Baltimore City Department of Transportation — Planning and Sustainable Transportation Division, Department of Finance, Comptroller's Office — Executive Office and Clerk to the Board of Estimates, and Department of General Services — Fleet Management Division. 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 27 decision-makers at City of Baltimore.
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What does City of Baltimore spend the most on?
Based on 41 tracked contracts, City of Baltimore spends most on Construction (25), Real Estate (7), Environmental Services (4), Healthcare (3), and Construction; Real Estate (2). A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
What projects is City of Baltimore working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, City of Baltimore is actively discussing: City of Baltimore Budget & Appropriations Committee Briefings: Financial Oversight and ARPA Funds, Legislative Oversight of Baltimore City Firefighter Payroll Failures, Baltimore City Land Use & Transportation Committee Meeting Summary, City Council Actions: Retirement Systems, Zoning, and Federal Funding, and Baltimore Board of Estimates Approves Grants, Contracts, and Staffing Adjustments. 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 City of Baltimore have?
City of Baltimore currently has 15 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Construction (25), Real Estate (7), and Environmental Services (4). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MD's state portal, and other sources.