Jefferson County bids, RFPs and contracts
OregonPop. 25,740 · jeffersoncountyor.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 24 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 135
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 64
- Contracts
- 3,401
- 1,231 vendors
The 30-second brief
135 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Jefferson County's meetings, most in grants and public safety. The latest, from Oct 14: The commission discussed a City of Madras request for accelerated tax foreclosure on 463 SW Madison Street. The agenda does not show a procurement or county purchase, but it does identify a specific distressed property and a possible disposition path. That can matter to firms watching tax foreclosure, property services, and redevelopment opportunities.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Health.
Latest awards: Oregon Health Authority for county Amends Public Health Financing Agreement (Oct 2026) and Madras Paint & Glass for jefferson County Approves Fairgrounds Sponsorship Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Jefferson County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Jefferson County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Jefferson County buys from, taken from council records. 3,401 contracts with 1,231 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Jefferson County.
Questions about Jefferson County
How do I become an approved vendor for Jefferson County?
Jefferson County currently works with 1,231 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 40 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 Jefferson County?
Small purchases under OR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Jefferson County include Jefferson County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Jefferson County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Jefferson Co. Commissioners Meeting: Finances, Appointments, Agreements, 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 Jefferson County publish RFPs?
Jefferson County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OR's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 64 solicitations from Jefferson County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Health. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Jefferson County?
At Jefferson County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Madras High School, Bridges High School, Jefferson County Middle School, Madras Elementary School, and Buff Elementary School. 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 40 decision-makers at Jefferson County.
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What does Jefferson County spend the most on?
Based on 2,918 tracked contracts, Jefferson County spends most on Capital Projects (1,417), Grants (778), Public Health (262), Public Works (246), and Recreation & Community Services (215). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Jefferson County's current vendors?
Jefferson County currently works with vendors including OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY, MADRAS PAINT & GLASS, BESTCARE TREATMENT SERVICES, JAL CONSTRUCTION INC, N&S TRACTOR, and PHIL'S ACE HARDWARE. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Jefferson County working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, Jefferson County is actively discussing: Jefferson County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Jefferson County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Jefferson Co. Commissioners Meeting: Finances, Appointments, Agreements, Jefferson County Commissioners Meeting: Financial Approvals & Key Initiatives, and Jefferson County Commissioners Meeting: Finances, Resilience, and Procurement. 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 Jefferson County have?
Jefferson County currently has 64 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,417), Grants (778), and Public Health (262). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OR's state portal, and other sources.