Butler County bids, RFPs and contracts
NebraskaPop. 8,507 · butlercountyne.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 18 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 95
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 11
- Contracts
- 1,507
- 631 vendors
The 30-second brief
95 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Butler County's meetings, most in equipment and transportation. The latest, from Oct 19: Utility Permit for 6-Inch Water Main Crossing on 23 1/2 Road.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Transportation.
Latest awards: NEXTLINK for county Reviews NextLink Broadband Expansion Plans (Oct 2026) and R-WAY for county Considers R-Way Belly Dump Truck Purchase (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Butler County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Butler County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Butler County buys from, taken from council records. 1,507 contracts with 631 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Butler County.
Questions about Butler County
How do I become an approved vendor for Butler County?
Butler County currently works with 631 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 35 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 Butler County?
Small purchases under NE's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Butler County include Butler County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Butler County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Butler 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 Butler County publish RFPs?
Butler County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NE's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from Butler County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Butler County?
At Butler County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Public Works, Planning, Stormwater, and Community Development. 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 35 decision-makers at Butler County.
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What does Butler County spend the most on?
Based on 414 tracked contracts, Butler County spends most on Capital Projects (211), Public Works (88), Transportation (45), Public Safety (37), and Grants (33). Contract types include UTILITIES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Butler County's current vendors?
Butler County currently works with vendors including NEXTLINK, R-WAY, WENDT, MIKE, SVOBODA, BRANDON, BROOKSTONE, BLACK HILLS ENERGY, HANNA:KEELAN, and WOOLSEY ELECTRIC LLC. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, and LEGAL. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Butler County working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, Butler County is actively discussing: Butler County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Butler County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Butler County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Butler County Planning Commission Approves Revised Community Survey, and Butler County Board Meeting: Land Use, Road Maintenance, Salaries. 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 Butler County have?
Butler County currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (211), Public Works (88), and Transportation (45). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NE's state portal, and other sources.