What types of vendors typically win contracts with the City of Louisville?

The city frequently awards contracts to specialized suppliers of public safety equipment, such as dive and rescue gear, as well as professional service firms providing insurance brokerage and consulting. Vendors with established supply chains for municipal maintenance, such as pool chemicals or veterinary diagnostic tools, are also common awardees.

How does the City of Louisville structure its solicitations?

Louisville utilizes a mix of Invitations for Bid (IFB) for commodity-based procurement like chemicals and equipment, and Requests for Proposals (RFP) for complex service-based needs like employee benefits consulting. Vendors should monitor these specific solicitation types to understand whether the city is prioritizing lowest-cost bids or best-value technical proposals.

Are there specific requirements for doing business with the City of Louisville?

Vendors must register through the city's designated procurement portal to receive formal bid notifications and submit responses. Depending on the contract, firms may need to demonstrate compliance with local business ordinances, provide proof of insurance, and meet specific technical specifications for medical or safety-related equipment.

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The City of Louisville procures essential goods and professional services to support municipal operations, ranging from public safety equipment and aquatic maintenance supplies to specialized veterinary medical technology. Vendors competing for these contracts typically provide niche technical gear for first responders, insurance consulting expertise, or clinical diagnostic equipment for city-managed facilities.

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City of Louisville

2026 Water Treatment- Sludge Removal

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The City of Louisville seeks quotes for 2026 sludge removal, hauling, transport, and disposal from drying beds and a lower pond at two water treatment plants. Quotes should state price per ton and additional fees, and include three references for similar projects completed within the past five years.

City of Louisville · Colorado

Posted Nov 13, 2026Due Nov 30, 2026RFQ - Request for Quote (Formal)NAICS 562119Sol: 10111904103

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City of Louisville

Professional Design-Build Services for S. Boulder Road Slip Lining Project

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The City of Louisville seeks a design-build firm to provide engineering design, hydraulic analysis, permitting support, and construction for slip lining an existing culvert in poor condition beneath South Boulder Road. Proposals are due December 4, 2026.

City of Louisville · Colorado

Posted Nov 11, 2026Due Dec 4, 2026RFP - Request for Proposal (Formal)NAICS 237990Sol: 10068639160

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City of Louisville

2027 Water and Wastewater Treatment Chemicals RFQ

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The City of Louisville seeks quotes for water and wastewater treatment process chemicals for calendar year 2027. Quotes must include specified transportation and handling charges, and all barrels, totes, and bulk containers must be returnable to the vendor. Physical submissions are due November 20, 2026.

City of Louisville · Colorado

Posted Oct 29, 2026Due Nov 20, 2026RFQ - Request for Quote (Formal)NAICS 325180Sol: 9925842209

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City of Louisville

RFP270097 - Hotel Services for Isolation Patients

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Louisville Metro Government seeks a hotel or suitable facility to house isolation patients who cannot isolate at home. Proposals must include pricing, cleaning and laundry capacity, amenities, facility layout and isolation details, and previous inspection scores. Questions are due November 11, 2026, and proposals are d…

City of Louisville · Kentucky

Posted Invalid DateDue Invalid DateRFPNAICS 721110Sol: 261389

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RFP270095 - Newburg Community Center Gym Construction Project

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Louisville Metro Parks and Recreation seeks proposals from qualified contractors to construct a new gymnasium adjacent to the Newburg Community Center at 4810 Exeter Avenue. Proposals are due November 23, 2026. An optional pre-bid meeting is scheduled for November 10, 2026.

City of Louisville · Kentucky

Posted Invalid DateDue Invalid DateRFPNAICS 236220Sol: 260933

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City of Louisville

RFI270081 - Louisville Zoo KY Trails Phase 2 - External Bid Advertisement

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Louisville Zoo is soliciting bids for KY Trails Phase 2. Bids must be emailed or hand delivered, not submitted through Bonfire. The notice gives a November 10 bid date, while the posting lists a November 19 close date; vendors should verify the controlling deadline and review the bid documents and addenda.

City of Louisville · Kentucky

Posted Invalid DateDue Invalid DateRFINAICS 237990Sol: 259110

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City of Louisville

IFB270080 - HVAC Parts and Supplies - REBID

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Louisville Metro Government seeks bids for a price contract supplying a portion of its HVAC parts and supplies requirements. Required submissions include vendor and compliance forms and a completed price sheet. Questions are due October 27, 2026, and bids are due November 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.

City of Louisville · Kentucky

Posted Invalid DateDue Invalid DateIFBNAICS 423730Sol: 258976

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City of Louisville

RFP270077 - Aviation Insurance

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The City of Louisville seeks proposals for aviation insurance renewal covering three police helicopters used for law enforcement and emergency response. The procurement aims to maintain coordinated insurance management for aviation and UAS operations through a specialized broker. Submission deadline is October 30, 2026…

City of Louisville · Kentucky

Posted Invalid DateDue Invalid DateRFPNAICS 524210Sol: 258629

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RFP270078 - Unmanned Arial System (UAS) Aviation Insurance

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City of Louisville seeks proposals for UAS aviation insurance coverage to support multiple government agencies' public safety and operational functions. Coverage must address diverse operational risks. Submission deadline is October 30, 2026.

City of Louisville · Kentucky

Posted Invalid DateDue Invalid DateRFPNAICS 524210Sol: 258677

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RFA270074 - Communication Franchise October 2026

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Louisville Metro seeks bids for non-exclusive communication franchises to install and maintain communication facilities within city rights of way under Chapter 116 ordinances. Proposals due by October 30, 2026.

City of Louisville · Kentucky

Posted Invalid DateDue Invalid DateRFANAICS 517919Sol: 258067

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