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Forest County bids, RFPs and contracts

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Latest pre-RFP
Oct 14, 2026
23 days ago
Pre-RFPs
99
9 in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
11
Contracts
1,161
561 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

99 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Forest County's meetings, most in insurance and public safety. The latest, from Oct 14: County Evaluating Mining Reclamation Quotes.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.

How they buy

Latest awards: KRUEGER for krueger Considered for Building Fan Repairs (Oct 2026) and RAPPLEY for rappley Heating Installation Pending at SAE (Oct 2026).

99 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 14

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Forest County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations Forest County has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who Forest County buys from, taken from council records. 1,161 contracts with 561 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Forest County.

Questions about Forest County

How do I become an approved vendor for Forest County?

Forest County currently works with 561 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 39 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 Forest County?

Small purchases under WI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Forest County include Forest County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Forest County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Forest 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 Forest County publish RFPs?

Forest County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from Forest 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 Forest County?

At Forest County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Highway Department. 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 39 decision-makers at Forest County.

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What does Forest County spend the most on?

Based on 1,438 tracked contracts, Forest County spends most on Capital Projects (780), Grants (250), Public Works (160), Recreation & Community Services (132), and Public Safety (116). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Forest County's current vendors?

Forest County currently works with vendors including KRUEGER, RAPPLEY, SUMMIT, TWEET GARROT, JAMESON, KSW, TENOR, TUPPER, KATHY (FCP), AHRENS, and GHT. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION, 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 Forest County working on?

Based on 12 tracked meetings, Forest County is actively discussing: Forest County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Forest County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Forest County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Emergency Government & 911 Committee Meeting Summary: August 13, 2025, and Forest Co. Forestry Meeting: Timber Sales, Grants, and Vendor 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 Forest County have?

Forest County currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (780), Grants (250), and Public Works (160). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WI's state portal, and other sources.

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