Manitowoc County bids, RFPs and contracts
Manitowoc, WisconsinPop. 81,710 · manitowoccountywi.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 52
- 11 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 8
- None open now
- Contracts
- 97
- 76 vendors
The 30-second brief
52 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Manitowoc County's meetings, most in public health and transportation. The latest, from Oct 27: Future bridge construction and reconstruction projects on County Highway Q and County Highway CS.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Roger Holschbach for newton Zoning Amendment Approved for Holschbach Parcel (Sep 2026) and Stags Run LLC for stags Run LLC Zoning Amendment Approved (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Manitowoc County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Manitowoc County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Manitowoc County buys from, taken from council records. 97 contracts with 76 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Manitowoc County.
Questions about Manitowoc County
How do I become an approved vendor for Manitowoc County?
Manitowoc County currently works with 76 vendors across contract types including OTHER, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 56 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 Manitowoc County?
Small purchases under WI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Manitowoc County include Manitowoc County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Manitowoc County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Manitowoc 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 Manitowoc County publish RFPs?
Manitowoc County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 solicitations from Manitowoc 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 Manitowoc County?
At Manitowoc County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. 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 56 decision-makers at Manitowoc County.
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What does Manitowoc County spend the most on?
Based on 407 tracked contracts, Manitowoc County spends most on Capital Projects (175), Public Works (70), Grants (64), Budget Planning (50), and Public Safety (48). Contract types include OTHER, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Manitowoc County's current vendors?
Manitowoc County currently works with vendors including ROGER HOLSCHBACH, STAGS RUN LLC, BOB BRAUN, JOSEPH AND JULIE SPURNEY, BRANDON GIBBS, THOMAS AND KIMBERLY ALFSON, UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN GREEN BAY, MPSD, MANITOWOC PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, and BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SYSTEM DBA UW-GREEN BAY. These vendors span contract types like 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 Manitowoc County working on?
Based on 16 tracked meetings, Manitowoc County is actively discussing: Manitowoc County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Manitowoc County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Manitowoc County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Manitowoc County Board Discusses Capital Projects and Financial Planning, and Manitowoc County Board Approves Zoning Changes, Agreements & Policies. 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 Manitowoc County have?
Manitowoc County currently has 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (175), Public Works (70), and Grants (64). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WI's state portal, and other sources.