Barron County bids, RFPs and contracts
Barron, WisconsinPop. 46,484 · barroncountywi.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 273
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2
- Next due Dec 18
- Contracts
- 1,463
- 642 vendors
The 30-second brief
273 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Barron County's meetings, most in administration & finance and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 27: The agenda lists a multifamily housing rehab update from Tom Landgraf. It appears to be a status update on rehabilitation work, with no award or procurement decision shown in the agenda text. The item still matters because it may point to phased repair, design, or construction follow-on needs tied to the housing portfolio.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Administration & Finance.
2 open RFPs, the next due Dec 18. Latest awards: SVA for SVA Supports Final Closeout Of Housing Rehabilitation (Oct 2026) and ULINE for ULINE Paid For Housing Maintenance Supplies ($485.98, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Barron County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Barron County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Barron County buys from, taken from council records. 1,463 contracts with 642 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Barron County.
Questions about Barron County
How do I become an approved vendor for Barron County?
Barron County currently works with 642 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 49 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 Barron County?
Small purchases under WI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Barron County include Barron County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Barron County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Barron County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), 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 Barron County publish RFPs?
Barron County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 solicitations from Barron County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Administration & Finance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Barron County?
At Barron County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Barron High School, Riverview Middle School, Woodland and Ridgeland/Dallas Elementary Schools, Maintenance, Parks/Recreation, and Woodland Elementary School. 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 49 decision-makers at Barron County.
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What does Barron County spend the most on?
Based on 817 tracked contracts, Barron County spends most on Capital Projects (373), Grants (151), Administration & Finance (132), Environmental Services (106), and Information Technology (55). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Barron County's current vendors?
Barron County currently works with vendors including SVA, ULINE, DIRECTV, EO JOHNSON CO INC, VIKING, GHC OF EAU CLAIRE RIVER REGION, XCEL ENERGY, UP NORTH TAX & ACCOUNTING LLC, DIMENSIONS DEVELOPMENT, and RED CEDAR. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and INSURANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Barron County working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, Barron County is actively discussing: Barron County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Barron County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Barron County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Barron County Board Meeting: Playground Approval, Budget & Groundwater, and Barron County Board Meeting: Solar Project, Budget & New Supervisor. 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 Barron County have?
Barron County currently has 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (373), Grants (151), and Administration & Finance (132). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WI's state portal, and other sources.