Forrest County bids, RFPs and contracts
Hattiesburg, MississippiPop. 79,034 · forrestcountyms.us- Latest contract
- Feb 2, 2026
- 9 months ago
- Bids and RFPs
- 43
- Contracts
- 1,007
- 564 vendors
- Decision makers
- 37
The 30-second brief
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Gcb Coatings LLC for GCB Coatings Awarded Circuit Court Exterior Wash Project ($53,950.00, Feb 2026) and Jmwood Auction Company for county Engages JMWOOD AUCTION for Surplus Equipment Sale (Feb 2026).
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Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Forrest County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Forrest County buys from, taken from council records. 1,007 contracts with 564 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Forrest County.
Questions about Forrest County
How do I become an approved vendor for Forrest County?
Forrest County currently works with 564 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 37 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 Forrest County?
Small purchases under MS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Forrest County include Forrest County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Forrest County Board Approves Key Contracts and Capital Outlays, and Forrest County Board of Supervisors Meeting Summary, 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 Forrest County publish RFPs?
Forrest County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 43 solicitations from Forrest County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Forrest County?
At Forrest County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include County Planning. 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 37 decision-makers at Forrest County.
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What does Forrest County spend the most on?
Based on 334 tracked contracts, Forrest County spends most on Capital Projects (186), Public Works (52), Grants (50), Environmental Services (23), and Public Safety (23). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Forrest County's current vendors?
Forrest County currently works with vendors including GCB COATINGS LLC, JMWOOD AUCTION COMPANY, HOSTWAY SERVICES INC, KEVIN CROSBY PAINTING, CARNES VFD, LOOKS GREAT SERVICES, MS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, PHILLIPS, SAMANTHA, SERENITY FUNERAL HOME, and JANSEN PAINTING. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Forrest County working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, Forrest County is actively discussing: Forrest County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Forrest County Board Approves Key Contracts and Capital Outlays, Forrest County Board of Supervisors Meeting Summary, and Forrest County Board of Supervisors Meeting Summary. 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 Forrest County have?
Forrest County currently has 43 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (186), Public Works (52), and Grants (50). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MS's state portal, and other sources.