Clare County bids, RFPs and contracts
MichiganPop. 31,543 · clareco.net- Latest pre-RFP
- Jul 15, 2026
- 4 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 11
- Bids and RFPs
- 8
- None open now
- Contracts
- 42
- 32 vendors
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11 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Clare County's meetings, most in environmental services and legal & compliance. The latest, from Jul 15: Clare County Board Discussing Employee Health Insurance.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Environmental Services and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Msu Extension for MSU Extension Agreement Approved for FY 2027 (Sep 2026) and State of Michigan for grant Funds Live Scan Fingerprint Equipment Purchase ($9,698, Aug 2026).
11 pre-RFPs tracked at Clare County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Clare County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Clare County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Clare County buys from, taken from council records. 42 contracts with 32 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Clare County.
Questions about Clare County
How do I become an approved vendor for Clare County?
Clare County currently works with 32 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 38 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 Clare County?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Clare County include Clare County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Clare County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Clare County Board Meeting: Lake Levels, Finance, and Presentations, 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 Clare County publish RFPs?
Clare County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 solicitations from Clare County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Environmental Services, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Clare County?
At Clare County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include City Council, and Animal Control. 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 38 decision-makers at Clare County.
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What does Clare County spend the most on?
Based on 62 tracked contracts, Clare County spends most on Capital Projects (25), Environmental Services (11), Information Technology (10), Grants (9), and Administration & Finance (7). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Clare County's current vendors?
Clare County currently works with vendors including MSU EXTENSION, STATE OF MICHIGAN, MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, BS&A CLOUD SOFTWARE & SERVICES, MANN CONSTRUCTION INC, ENHANCED VOTING, RESOURCE RECYCLING SYSTEMS INC (RRS), CLARE COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION, and MICHIGAN STATE POLICE. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, 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 Clare County working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, Clare County is actively discussing: Clare County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Clare County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Clare County Board Meeting: Lake Levels, Finance, and Presentations, and Clare County Board Approves 2026 Budget, Addresses Health & Security. 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 Clare County have?
Clare County currently has 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (25), Environmental Services (11), and Information Technology (10). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.