Calumet County bids, RFPs and contracts
Chilton, WisconsinPop. 53,982 · co.calumet.wi.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 5, 2026
- Yesterday
- Pre-RFPs
- 149
- 14 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 19
- Contracts
- 176
- 118 vendors
The 30-second brief
149 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Calumet County's meetings, most in grants and legal & compliance. The latest, from Nov 5: The committee agenda included staff reports on surface water grant application preparation and surface water grant application assistance. The item was listed under department reports, so it was informational on November 5, 2026 and no award was recorded. The agenda also noted funding source identification work for practice planning, design and project management. Decision state: informational.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 19. Latest awards: Calumet County Agriculture Association (Ccaa) for highway Committee Discusses Fairgrounds Paving Partnership (Oct 2026) and Lunda Construction for holding Tank Approval Granted to Lunda Construction (Oct 2026).
14 new pre-RFPs at Calumet County this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Calumet County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Calumet County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Calumet County buys from, taken from council records. 176 contracts with 118 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Calumet County.
Questions about Calumet County
How do I become an approved vendor for Calumet County?
Calumet County currently works with 118 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 115 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 Calumet County?
Small purchases under WI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Calumet County include Calumet County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Calumet County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Calumet 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 Calumet County publish RFPs?
Calumet County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 25 solicitations from Calumet County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Calumet County?
At Calumet County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Special Education, and District Attorney. 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 115 decision-makers at Calumet County.
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What does Calumet County spend the most on?
Based on 931 tracked contracts, Calumet County spends most on Capital Projects (522), Grants (175), Public Works (88), Public Safety (77), and Environmental Services (69). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Calumet County's current vendors?
Calumet County currently works with vendors including CALUMET COUNTY AGRICULTURE ASSOCIATION (CCAA), LUNDA CONSTRUCTION, LOCAL GOVERNMENT INVESTMENT POOL, BMO, BMO HARRIS FINANCIAL ADVISORS' LPL, GROUP HEALTH TRUST (GHT), NICOLET NATIONAL BANK, KUENY ARCHITECTS LLC, and BUG TUSSEL LLC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Calumet County working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, Calumet County is actively discussing: Calumet County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Calumet County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Calumet County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Calumet County Admin. Services Meeting: Tax Sales, Budget, & 2026 Elections, and ADRC Advisory Committee Meeting: Grants, Volunteers, and Training Discussed. 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 Calumet County have?
Calumet County currently has 25 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (522), Grants (175), and Public Works (88). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WI's state portal, and other sources.