Madera County bids, RFPs and contracts
Madera, CaliforniaPop. 167,927 · maderacounty.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 3, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 101
- 16 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 98
- Contracts
- 3,038
- 1,106 vendors
The 30-second brief
101 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Madera County's meetings, most in information technology and professional services. The latest, from Nov 3: At its November 3, 2026 meeting, the Board considered entering into an agreement with Salem Engineering Group, Inc. for quality assurance testing and inspection services for the MD10A Madera Ranchos Water System Improvement Project Phase II. The proposed contract amount was $38,691. The item also allowed notice to proceed, contingency payments up to 10%, and change orders under county policy. This support work was tied to the same water system phase II project. Decision state: scheduled for board consideration.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Environmental Services and Public Works.
Latest awards: Provost & Pritchard Consulting Group (P&p) for hidden Lakes Engineering Agreement Proposed for Provost ($523,000.00; contingencies authorized up to 10% ($52,300.00), for a potential total of $575,300.00, Nov 2026) and Dawson-mauldin LLC for madera Ranchos Water Project Proposed for Dawson-Mauldin ($2,376,825.00; contingencies authorized up to 10% ($237,682.50), for a potential total of $2,614,507.50, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Madera County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Madera County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Madera County buys from, taken from council records. 3,038 contracts with 1,106 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Madera County.
Questions about Madera County
How do I become an approved vendor for Madera County?
Madera County currently works with 1,106 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 43 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 Madera County?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Madera County include Assessment Appeals Board Meeting: Approvals, Reorg, Schedule Changes, Madera County Seeks Bids for Chowchilla Bypass Recharge Project Phase 1, and Madera Water System Improvement Project: Contractor Notice & Bidding, 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 Madera County publish RFPs?
Madera County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 98 solicitations from Madera County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Environmental Services, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Madera County?
At Madera County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Administrative Office, Human Resources, and Madera County Mosquito and Vector Control District. 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 43 decision-makers at Madera County.
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What does Madera County spend the most on?
Based on 3,279 tracked contracts, Madera County spends most on Capital Projects (1,841), Environmental Services (475), Public Works (363), Grants (352), and Public Health (248). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Madera County's current vendors?
Madera County currently works with vendors including PROVOST & PRITCHARD CONSULTING GROUP (P&P), DAWSON-MAULDIN LLC, MADERA COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, SALEM ENGINEERING GROUP INC, BENEVOLENT & PROTECTIVE ORDER OF ELKS – MADERA ELKS LODGE #1918, GOOSE POND AG INC (MANULIFE), DAVIDS ENGINEERING INC, and TARZANA TREATMENT CENTERS INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Madera County working on?
Based on 24 tracked meetings, Madera County is actively discussing: Assessment Appeals Board Meeting: Approvals, Reorg, Schedule Changes, Madera County Seeks Bids for Chowchilla Bypass Recharge Project Phase 1, Madera Water System Improvement Project: Contractor Notice & Bidding, Madera County Arts Authority: Downtown Revitalization & Cultural Initiatives, and Madera County Supervisors Meeting: Key Decisions & Local Economic Impacts. 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 Madera County have?
Madera County currently has 98 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,841), Environmental Services (475), and Public Works (363). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.