Utilities procurement in California

Utilities procurement in California sits at the intersection of two things: undefined. The largest California state buyers are the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans — $6B+ annual lettings), Department of General Services (DGS commodities and IT), Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (institutional operations, healthcare), Department of Health Care Services (Medi-Cal), Department of Social Services, University of California System (10 campuses plus five UC medical centers, roughly $30B annual operating budget), California State University System (23 campuses), California Community College System (116 campuses), California Department of Water Resources, Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), California High-Speed Rail Authority, and the California Energy Commission. On ProcureTap you can browse the 91 open utilities opportunities in California plus recent awards from the same agencies for context.

Register on Cal eProcure (caleprocure. Utilities contracts in California follow typical state and federal fiscal calendars — expect a spike in issuance in Q1 of each fiscal year. Set-aside eligibility is worth checking on every bid — many utilities solicitations include small-business, minority, women-owned, or veteran-owned participation goals that can materially affect scoring even when the contract is not formally set aside.

Common questions — Utilities in California

How do I register to bid on California utilities contracts?

Register on Cal eProcure (caleprocure.ca.gov) for state-agency solicitations. For rapid ordering off pre-negotiated statewide contracts, register on the California Multiple Award Schedules (CMAS) program at dgs.ca.gov/pd/services/cmas. Small Business, Microbusiness, and DVBE certification is through the Office of Small Business and DVBE Services (OSDS). Local governments (LA County, LA City, San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose, Sacramento, Oakland) each require separate registrations on their own platforms.

Open Utilities bids in California

RFP

Request for Proposals (RFP) for Renewable Energy Resources in CAISO’s Queue Cluster 15

Back to Bid Search Request for Proposals (RFP) for Renewable Energy Resources in CAISO’s Queue Cluster 15 20241021-01 Closed Bid Information Documents Addenda/Emails Q&A Prospective Bidders Subcontrac...

RFQ

RFQP Contract to Supply DAF Polymer for Wastewater Division

Back to Bid Search RFQP Contract to Supply DAF Polymer for Wastewater Division N/A REMAINING 61 days Bid Information Line Items Documents Addenda/Emails Prospective Bidders Subcontractor Ads Bid Resul...

Other

Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) Credit for Sale

Back to Bid Search Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) Credit for Sale 20241203-01 Closed Bid Information Line Items Documents Addenda/Emails Prospective Bidders Subcontractor Ads Bid Results Awards Bid D...

Other

Layover Site Ground Power Testing

Back to Bid Search Layover Site Ground Power Testing SP291-10 Canceled Bid Information Line Items Documents Addenda/Emails Prospective Bidders Subcontractor Ads Bid Results Awards Bid Detail Project T...

RFQ

MAILBOX ONLY - RFQ for Primary Clarifier Rehabilitation Project at the Fresno-Clovis Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility

Back to Bid Search MAILBOX ONLY - RFQ for Primary Clarifier Rehabilitation Project at the Fresno-Clovis Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility 12601010 REMAINING 4 days Bid Information Documents Add...

RFQ

MAILBOX ONLY - RFQ for Secondary Treatment Process Rehabilitation at the Fresno-Clovis Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility

Back to Bid Search MAILBOX ONLY - RFQ for Secondary Treatment Process Rehabilitation at the Fresno-Clovis Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility 12601590 REMAINING 18 days Bid Information Documents ...

RFP

RFP 25-12 TEMPORARY HYDROGEN REFUELING SOLUTION

Back to Bid Search RFP 25-12 TEMPORARY HYDROGEN REFUELING SOLUTION RFP 25-12 Closed Bid Information Documents Addenda/Emails Q&A Prospective Bidders Subcontractor Ads Bid Results Awards Bid Detail Pro...

Other
4 days left Aug 12, 2026

RFB-IS-27200058 - Reverse Osmosis/Deionized Water System Maintenance, DPH - Closing: 8/12/2026 12:00 PM

RFB-IS-27200058 - Reverse Osmosis/Deionized Water System Maintenance, DPH - Closing: 8/12/2026 12:00 PM

Other
25 days left Sep 2, 2026

Central Business District (CBD) Sewer Rehabilitation Unit 12 - Alameda Street to 18th Street (Re-Bid)

Central Business District (CBD) Sewer Rehabilitation Unit 12 - Alameda Street to 18th Street (Re-Bid)

Other

Mead Valley Cajalco Corridor Sewer

Back to Bid Search Mead Valley Cajalco Corridor Sewer Spec. 1517S Awarded Bid Information Line Items Documents Addenda/Emails Q&A Prospective Bidders Subcontractor Ads Bid Results Awards Bid Detail Pr...

Other

UT1072 Euclid Avenue Recycled Water System

Back to Bid Search UT1072 Euclid Avenue Recycled Water System 1978 REMAINING 2 days Bid Information Line Items Documents Addenda/Emails Q&A Prospective Bidders Subcontractor Ads Bid Results Awards Bid...

Other

UT 1080 Sewer Cured-In-Place (CIPP) Lining Rehabilitation

Back to Bid Search UT 1080 Sewer Cured-In-Place (CIPP) Lining Rehabilitation 1971 Award Pending Bid Information Line Items Documents Addenda/Emails Q&A Prospective Bidders Subcontractor Ads Bid Result...

RFP
86 days left Nov 1, 2026

RFP 23NS0710 CAC Equipment Processing Center (EPC)

Other
51 days left Sep 28, 2026

613-SH - RFSQ - WATER WELL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE SERVICES - Closing: Continuous

Other
51 days left Sep 27, 2026

457-SH - RFSQ - Water Well System Maintenance Services - Closing: Continuous

Other
51 days left Sep 27, 2026

710-SH - WATER WELL SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE SERVICES - Closing: Continuous

Other
160 days left Jan 15, 2027

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many utilities procurement bids are available in California?

There are currently 91 open utilities procurement opportunities in California, with 1 closing within the next seven days. These include RFPs, RFQs, ITBs, and other solicitation types from government agencies, universities, hospitals, and other public organizations.

Which California agencies post the most utilities bids?

The top agencies posting utilities bids in California include California Cal eProcure, City of Los Angeles, City of Ontario, City of Anaheim, City of Fresno. Each of these issues multiple solicitations per month and is tracked continuously by ProcureTap.

How do I bid on utilities contracts in California?

Browse the utilities opportunities listed above, click on a bid title to view the full solicitation on the issuing organization's website, then follow their submission instructions. Most government agencies and institutions require vendor registration before submitting a response.

How often are new utilities bids posted?

New utilities procurement opportunities are posted daily by government agencies, universities, hospitals, and other organizations across California. Our system checks for new bids every 6 hours to ensure you see the latest opportunities.