Lake County bids, RFPs and contracts
MontanaPop. 33,392 · lakemt.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 3
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 27
- 23 vendors
The 30-second brief
3 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Lake County's meetings, most in capital projects and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 28: The Planning Board held a public meeting to review an initial draft update of the 2018 Lake County Growth Policy. After the public hearing comments, the board was set to consider whether to recommend adoption by the Board of Lake County Commissioners, not adopt it, or take other action on preparation. The document did not name any vendor or consultant. Decision state: vote scheduled/review in progress.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Legal & Compliance and Infrastructure & Maintenance.
Latest awards: Fort Connah Consulting for consultant Represents Applicant at Hearing (Sep 2026) and Premier Builders (Jun 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Lake County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Lake County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Lake County buys from, taken from council records. 27 contracts with 23 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Lake County.
Questions about Lake County
How do I become an approved vendor for Lake County?
Lake County currently works with 23 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 72 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 Lake County?
Small purchases under MT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Lake County include Lake County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lake County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Lake 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 Lake County publish RFPs?
Lake County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Lake County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Legal & Compliance, Infrastructure & Maintenance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Lake County?
At Lake County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Superintendent, Public Health, Human Resources, Health, and Community Development. 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 72 decision-makers at Lake County.
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What does Lake County spend the most on?
Based on 147 tracked contracts, Lake County spends most on Capital Projects (117), Legal & Compliance (11), Infrastructure & Maintenance (8), Public Works (6), and Public Notices & Legal Advertising (5). Contract types include CONSULTING, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Lake County's current vendors?
Lake County currently works with vendors including FORT CONNAH CONSULTING, PREMIER BUILDERS, COPPERTONE CONSTRUCTION, MMW ARCHITECTS, FELTS CONSTRUCTION LLC, FHLC LLC (MR & MRS HOGAN), SERRA MICHAEL K, DELANEY'S LANDSCAPE CENTER, HART, CHRIS & ROCHELLE (AGENT: CARSTENS, MARC - CARSTENS & ASSOCIATES), and FHLC LLC. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Lake County working on?
Based on 11 tracked meetings, Lake County is actively discussing: Lake County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lake County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Lake County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Lake County Board of Adjustment Meeting: Zoning Decisions & Development, and Lake County Board of Adjustment Meeting Summary: Zoning & Land Use 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 Lake County have?
Lake County currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (117), Legal & Compliance (11), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (8). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MT's state portal, and other sources.