Kalkaska County bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 24 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 48
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,108
- 582 vendors
The 30-second brief
48 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Kalkaska County's meetings, most in information technology and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 14: County Re-Issuing IT Services RFP with December Deadline.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Safety and Grants.
Latest awards: Rhino Shield for animal Shelter Resurfacing Contract Awarded to Rhino Shield ($20,366.00, Oct 2026) and KAHA for county Approves $20,000 KAHA Arena Donation Addendum ($20,000.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Kalkaska County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Kalkaska County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Kalkaska County buys from, taken from council records. 1,108 contracts with 582 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Kalkaska County.
Questions about Kalkaska County
How do I become an approved vendor for Kalkaska County?
Kalkaska County currently works with 582 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and STAFFING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 28 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 Kalkaska County?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Kalkaska County include Kalkaska County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Kalkaska County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Kalkaska County Seeks Proposals for Materials Management Plan (MMP), 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 Kalkaska County publish RFPs?
Kalkaska County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Kalkaska County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Safety, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Kalkaska County?
At Kalkaska County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Administration, Solid Waste, and 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 28 decision-makers at Kalkaska County.
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What does Kalkaska County spend the most on?
Based on 748 tracked contracts, Kalkaska County spends most on Capital Projects (263), Public Safety (146), Grants (144), Administration & Finance (118), and Information Technology (77). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and STAFFING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Kalkaska County's current vendors?
Kalkaska County currently works with vendors including RHINO SHIELD, KAHA, MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION, MANER, CRA, TANNER, WADE, REHMANN, LA GYMNASTICS, APPLIED INNOVATIONS, and ABACUS. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and STAFFING. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Kalkaska County working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, Kalkaska County is actively discussing: Kalkaska County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Kalkaska County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Kalkaska County Seeks Proposals for Materials Management Plan (MMP), Kalkaska County Commissioners Meeting: Budget, Policies, and Property, and Kalkaska County Finance Meeting: Budget, Invoices, and Financial Review. 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 Kalkaska County have?
Kalkaska County currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (263), Public Safety (146), and Grants (144). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.