Karnes County bids, RFPs and contracts
TexasPop. 15,018 · co.karnes.tx.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 11 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 94
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 48
- Contracts
- 2,664
- 974 vendors
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94 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Karnes County's meetings, most in capital projects and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 27: Evaluation of environmental, ballistic safety, and wildlife impact for the Hillstone Solar Development project.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Floresville Electric Light & Power (Oct 2026) and Raba Kistner Inc for karnes County Considers $19,000 Raba Kistner Jail Contract (Not to exceed $19,000.00, consisting of $16,000.00 for Scope A, $1,500.00 for optional Scope B, and up to $1,500.00 for Scope C; additional services billed by unit rates, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Karnes County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Karnes County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Karnes County buys from, taken from council records. 2,664 contracts with 974 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Karnes County.
Questions about Karnes County
How do I become an approved vendor for Karnes County?
Karnes County currently works with 974 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 159 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 Karnes County?
Small purchases under TX's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Karnes County include Karnes County Commissioners Court Meeting: Appraisal District & Burn Ban, Kins County Commissioners Meeting: Infrastructure, Elections & Budget, and Parks County Commissioner Crt Mtg: Rungi ISD Update & Transit Report, 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 Karnes County publish RFPs?
Karnes County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TX's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 48 solicitations from Karnes 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 Karnes County?
At Karnes County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Tax Assessor-Collector Office, Road & Bridge Department, and County Clerk's Office. 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 159 decision-makers at Karnes County.
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What does Karnes County spend the most on?
Based on 2,054 tracked contracts, Karnes County spends most on Capital Projects (1,145), Public Works (351), Grants (279), Public Safety (164), and Public Services (115). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Karnes County's current vendors?
Karnes County currently works with vendors including FLORESVILLE ELECTRIC LIGHT & POWER, RABA KISTNER INC, S&D REYES TRUCKING, WELLS CONSTRUCTION, SPECTRUM, SPECTRUM INTERNET, J CARROLL WEAVER INC, S & D REYES BROTHERS TRUCKING INC, CK NEWBERRY LLC, and BRM TRUCKING & CONSTRUCTION LLC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Karnes County working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, Karnes County is actively discussing: Karnes County Commissioners Court Meeting: Appraisal District & Burn Ban, Kins County Commissioners Meeting: Infrastructure, Elections & Budget, Parks County Commissioner Crt Mtg: Rungi ISD Update & Transit Report, RFQ: Architectural Services for Karnes County Sheriff's Office & Jail Addition, and Karnes County Approves Joint Primary Election Services Contract for 2026. 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 Karnes County have?
Karnes County currently has 48 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,145), Public Works (351), and Grants (279). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TX's state portal, and other sources.