Lawrence County bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 109
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 7
- None open now
- Contracts
- 3,506
- 930 vendors
The 30-second brief
109 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Lawrence County's meetings, most in utilities and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 27: Bridge replacement project on Elmore road involving a bypass construction and new bridge installation under a federal highway grant.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Updates.
Latest awards: Culligan Water for county Approves Culligan Water Payment ($252.00, Oct 2026) and Mg Oil for county Accepts MG Oil Unleaded Fuel Quote ($4.059 per gallon for unleaded/no ethanol, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Lawrence County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Lawrence County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Lawrence County buys from, taken from council records. 3,506 contracts with 930 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Lawrence County.
Questions about Lawrence County
How do I become an approved vendor for Lawrence County?
Lawrence County currently works with 930 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, MAINTENANCE, CONSULTING, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 77 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 Lawrence County?
Small purchases under SD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Lawrence County include Lawrence County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lawrence County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Lawrence 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 Lawrence County publish RFPs?
Lawrence County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 7 solicitations from Lawrence County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Updates. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Lawrence County?
At Lawrence County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Police, Health, City Council, and Treasurer. 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 77 decision-makers at Lawrence County.
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What does Lawrence County spend the most on?
Based on 1,136 tracked contracts, Lawrence County spends most on Capital Projects (638), Public Works (136), Public Updates (131), Contract Admin (118), and Public Notices & Legal Advertising (113). Contract types include SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, MAINTENANCE, CONSULTING, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Lawrence County's current vendors?
Lawrence County currently works with vendors including CULLIGAN WATER, MG OIL, BLUEPEAK, ENVIROTECH SERVICES, AUDRA HILL CONSULTING INC, OLSON FUELS, MCGAS PROPANE LLC, CENTRAL SQUARE, TESSIERS MECHANICAL CONTRACT, and BLACK HILLS ENERGY. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, MAINTENANCE, CONSULTING, 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 Lawrence County working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, Lawrence County is actively discussing: Lawrence County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lawrence County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Lawrence County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Lawrence County Commission/BOA Meeting: Business Opportunities, Dec 2025, and Lawrence County Commissioners Meeting: Budget, Zoning, Infrastructure. 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 Lawrence County have?
Lawrence County currently has 7 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (638), Public Works (136), and Public Updates (131). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, SD's state portal, and other sources.