Deschutes County bids, RFPs and contracts
Bend, OregonPop. 213,072 · deschutes.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 30, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 130
- 17 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 18
- Contracts
- 1,172
- 513 vendors
The 30-second brief
130 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Deschutes County's meetings, most in public health and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 30: Downtown Campus Master Planning and Tenant Improvements Planned.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 18. Latest awards: Aj Tucker for AJ Tucker handles demolition and salvage work ($138,182 for demolition, stone salvage, and storage (plus $172,426 in related work from other funding sources), May 2026) and Pence Contractors for courthouse construction progresses under Pence Contractors ($39,154,168 revised construction contract, with $33,596,933 spent to date and $5,557,235 remaining (through Pay App #29 & OCO 13), May 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Deschutes County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Deschutes County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Deschutes County buys from, taken from council records. 1,172 contracts with 513 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Deschutes County.
Questions about Deschutes County
How do I become an approved vendor for Deschutes County?
Deschutes County currently works with 513 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 119 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 Deschutes County?
Small purchases under OR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Deschutes County include Deschutes County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Deschutes County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Deschutes 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 Deschutes County publish RFPs?
Deschutes County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OR's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 74 solicitations from Deschutes County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Deschutes County?
At Deschutes County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Property Tax/finance, Property Management, Solid Waste, and Streets & Roads. 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 119 decision-makers at Deschutes County.
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What does Deschutes County spend the most on?
Based on 3,833 tracked contracts, Deschutes County spends most on Capital Projects (2,148), Grants (769), Environmental Services (340), Public Safety (306), and Recreation & Community Services (270). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Deschutes County's current vendors?
Deschutes County currently works with vendors including AJ TUCKER, PENCE CONTRACTORS, CUMMING GROUP, LRS, BLACK BUTTE RANCH CORPORATION, CITY OF BEND, MOUNTAIN VIEW COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, SAVING GRACE, and HABITAT FOR HUMANITY LA PINE-SUNRIVER. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, 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 Deschutes County working on?
Based on 29 tracked meetings, Deschutes County is actively discussing: Deschutes County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Deschutes County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Deschutes County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Deschutes County Commissioners Meeting: Budget, Land Use, and Services, and Audit Committee Meeting: Financial Review, Elections, Audit Reports. 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 Deschutes County have?
Deschutes County currently has 74 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,148), Grants (769), and Environmental Services (340). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OR's state portal, and other sources.