Charlevoix County bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 5, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 205
- 19 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 7
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,023
- 441 vendors
The 30-second brief
205 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Charlevoix County's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and payroll and pension. The latest, from Nov 5: County Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update Engagement.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Beckett&raeder Inc for county Continues Parks Plan Work With Beckett&Raeder (Nov 2026) and Peaine Township for COA Approves Peaine Township Hall Rental Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Charlevoix County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Charlevoix County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Charlevoix County buys from, taken from council records. 1,023 contracts with 441 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Charlevoix County.
Questions about Charlevoix County
How do I become an approved vendor for Charlevoix County?
Charlevoix County currently works with 441 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 41 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 Charlevoix County?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Charlevoix County include Charlevoix County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Charlevoix County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Charlevoix 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 Charlevoix County publish RFPs?
Charlevoix County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 7 solicitations from Charlevoix 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 Charlevoix County?
At Charlevoix County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Information Technology, Charlevoix Conservation District, Charlevoix Township Fire Department, Charlevoix Public Library, and County Clerk. 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 41 decision-makers at Charlevoix County.
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What does Charlevoix County spend the most on?
Based on 1,644 tracked contracts, Charlevoix County spends most on Capital Projects (894), Grants (241), Public Works (193), Environmental Services (190), and Recreation & Community Services (126). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Charlevoix County's current vendors?
Charlevoix County currently works with vendors including BECKETT&RAEDER INC, PEAINE TOWNSHIP, MERS, MDOT, SPICER GROUP INC, POOL, DICKINSON WRIGHT, BARTHOLOMEW CONSTRUCTION LLC, COMMON ANGLE INC, and E.J. HODGSON ENTERPRISES INC DBA THE BEACHCOMBER. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, 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 Charlevoix County working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, Charlevoix County is actively discussing: Charlevoix County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Charlevoix County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Charlevoix County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Charlevoix Planning Commission Reviews Hayes Twp Master Plan, Zoning Amendments, and Charlotte County Board Meeting: Approvals, Veterans Affairs Discussion. 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 Charlevoix County have?
Charlevoix County currently has 7 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (894), Grants (241), and Public Works (193). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.