Alcona County bids, RFPs and contracts
MichiganPop. 10,556 · alconacountymi.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 5, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 84
- 8 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 348
- 191 vendors
The 30-second brief
84 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Alcona County's meetings, most in public safety and insurance. The latest, from Nov 5: Sheriff's Office Secures State Grant for Crisis Response Deputy Program.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Midmichigan Medical Examiner Group for county to Consider Medical Examiner Rate Increase (Nov 2026) and MGT for county to Review MGT Cost Allocation Plan (Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Alcona County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Alcona County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Alcona County buys from, taken from council records. 348 contracts with 191 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Alcona County.
Questions about Alcona County
How do I become an approved vendor for Alcona County?
Alcona County currently works with 191 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, INSURANCE, SUPPLIES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 12 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 Alcona County?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Alcona County include Alcona County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), CDBG Budget Amendments & Public Services Funding Prioritization Discussed, and Budget Reviews, Handbook Approval & Key Decisions Impacting Local Economy, 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 Alcona County publish RFPs?
Alcona County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Alcona County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Alcona County?
At Alcona County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Grounds and Maintenance Department, Register of Deeds, Alcona County Sheriff Department, IT, and Alcona County Sheriff's Department. 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 12 decision-makers at Alcona County.
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What does Alcona County spend the most on?
Based on 1,022 tracked contracts, Alcona County spends most on Capital Projects (396), Grants (215), Public Safety (177), Administration & Finance (138), and County Taxes (96). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, INSURANCE, SUPPLIES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Alcona County's current vendors?
Alcona County currently works with vendors including MIDMICHIGAN MEDICAL EXAMINER GROUP, MGT, NEMCOG, PRIORITY HEALTH, NMMMA, ACRISURE, MISSION SQUARE RETIREMENT, and ALCONA COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, INSURANCE, SUPPLIES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Alcona County working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, Alcona County is actively discussing: Alcona County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), CDBG Budget Amendments & Public Services Funding Prioritization Discussed, Budget Reviews, Handbook Approval & Key Decisions Impacting Local Economy, Lona County Board Meeting: Roofing Bids, Claims, Township Master Plan, and County Board Discusses Budget, Ordinance, Employee Benefits and New Hires. 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 Alcona County have?
Alcona County currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (396), Grants (215), and Public Safety (177). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.