Belknap County bids, RFPs and contracts
Laconia, New HampshirePop. 65,147 · belknapcounty.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 3, 2026
- 3 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 42
- 12 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 45
- Contracts
- 188
- 139 vendors
The 30-second brief
42 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Belknap County's meetings, most in equipment and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Nov 3: County Issuing RFP for Employee Health and Dental Insurance Broker.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.
Latest awards: New Hampshire Department of Health & Human Services (Dhhs) for belknap County Approves DHHS Reentry Services MOU (Oct 2026) and Sig Sauer for belknap County Discusses SIG Sauer SWAT Equipment Request (Oct 2026).
12 new pre-RFPs at Belknap County this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Belknap County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Belknap County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Belknap County buys from, taken from council records. 188 contracts with 139 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Belknap County.
Questions about Belknap County
How do I become an approved vendor for Belknap County?
Belknap County currently works with 139 vendors across contract types including OTHER, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 78 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 Belknap County?
Small purchases under NH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Belknap County include Belknap County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Belknap County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Belknap 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 Belknap County publish RFPs?
Belknap County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 45 solicitations from Belknap 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 Belknap County?
At Belknap County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include City Council, Police, Municipal Court, and Health. 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 78 decision-makers at Belknap County.
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What does Belknap County spend the most on?
Based on 656 tracked contracts, Belknap County spends most on Capital Projects (330), Grants (119), Public Safety (81), Recreation & Community Services (65), and Budget Planning (61). Contract types include OTHER, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Belknap County's current vendors?
Belknap County currently works with vendors including NEW HAMPSHIRE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES (DHHS), SIG SAUER, DHHS, CANON, TURNSTONE CORPORATION, DNCR, TRUE NORTH MANAGEMENT, HAMPSHIRE FIRE, and KPMB. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Belknap County working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, Belknap County is actively discussing: Belknap County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Belknap County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Belknap County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Belknap County Budget Review: Jail Renovations & Health Costs Addressed, and Belknap County Commissioners Meeting: Key Decisions & Opportunities. 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 Belknap County have?
Belknap County currently has 45 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (330), Grants (119), and Public Safety (81). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NH's state portal, and other sources.