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Bayfield County bids, RFPs and contracts

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Latest pre-RFP
Nov 5, 2026
Yesterday
Pre-RFPs
280
20+ in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
84
Contracts
808
450 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

280 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Bayfield County's meetings, most in transportation and public safety. The latest, from Nov 5: County Personnel Committee Reviewing Updated Personnel Manual.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.

How they buy

Latest awards: Signature Sign for signature Sign Submits $18,544 Business Park Sign Estimate ($18,544.00, Nov 2026) and Northwood Technical College (Nov 2026).

280 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Nov 5

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Bayfield County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations Bayfield County has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who Bayfield County buys from, taken from council records. 808 contracts with 450 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Bayfield County.

Questions about Bayfield County

How do I become an approved vendor for Bayfield County?

Bayfield County currently works with 450 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, TECHNOLOGY, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 44 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 Bayfield County?

Small purchases under WI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Bayfield County include Bayfield County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Bayfield County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Bayfield 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 Bayfield County publish RFPs?

Bayfield County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 84 solicitations from Bayfield 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 Bayfield County?

At Bayfield County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Land Records Department, Circuit Court, and Ashland-Bayfield Consolidated PSAP Board. 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 44 decision-makers at Bayfield County.

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What does Bayfield County spend the most on?

Based on 1,822 tracked contracts, Bayfield County spends most on Capital Projects (876), Grants (388), Public Safety (208), Recreation & Community Services (183), and Environmental Services (167). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, TECHNOLOGY, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Bayfield County's current vendors?

Bayfield County currently works with vendors including SIGNATURE SIGN, NORTHWOOD TECHNICAL COLLEGE, WEST BEND INSURANCE, TYLER SOFTWARE, XCEL ENERGY, RED CLIFF BAND OF LAKE SUPERIOR CHIPPEWA, SCHEDULE ANYWHERE, and RED CLIFF TRIBE. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, TECHNOLOGY, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is Bayfield County working on?

Based on 23 tracked meetings, Bayfield County is actively discussing: Bayfield County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Bayfield County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Bayfield County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Bayfield County Criminal Justice Council Discusses Crime Trends & Initiatives, and Bayfield County Highway Committee Discusses Infrastructure & Projects. 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 Bayfield County have?

Bayfield County currently has 84 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (876), Grants (388), and Public Safety (208). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WI's state portal, and other sources.

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