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Maricopa County bids, RFPs and contracts

Maricopa County logoPhoenix, Arizona
Latest pre-RFP
Nov 5, 2026
Yesterday
Pre-RFPs
100
9 in the last 30 days
Open bids
5+
Next due Nov 10
Contracts
1,554
971 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

100 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Maricopa County's meetings, most in utilities and public safety. The latest, from Nov 5: Sheriff's Office Approves Funding to Clear Background Investigation Backlog.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Notices & Legal Advertising and Grants.

How they buy

5+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 10. Latest awards: Fatcats Entertainment for fatCats Entertainment Plan Listed (Oct 2026) and STOCKX for stockX Employer Plan Listed (Oct 2026).

100 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Nov 5

9 new pre-RFPs at Maricopa County this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Maricopa County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations Maricopa County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who Maricopa County buys from, taken from council records. 1,554 contracts with 971 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Maricopa County.

Questions about Maricopa County

How do I become an approved vendor for Maricopa County?

Maricopa County currently works with 971 vendors across contract types including OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 216 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 Maricopa County?

Small purchases under AZ's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Maricopa County include Maricopa County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Maricopa County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Maricopa 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 Maricopa County publish RFPs?

Maricopa County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AZ's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 434 solicitations from Maricopa County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Notices & Legal Advertising, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Maricopa County?

At Maricopa County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Public Works, City Council, STAR Call Center, Assessor's Office, and Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) Division, Maricopa County Department of Transportation. 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 216 decision-makers at Maricopa County.

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What does Maricopa County spend the most on?

Based on 1,978 tracked contracts, Maricopa County spends most on Capital Projects (1,028), Public Notices & Legal Advertising (373), Grants (261), Public Works (163), and Recreation & Community Services (153). Contract types include OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Maricopa County's current vendors?

Maricopa County currently works with vendors including FATCATS ENTERTAINMENT, STOCKX, KPMG LLP, WEST PHARMACEUTICAL SERVICES INC, LIVING SPACES, SAGICOR LIFE INSURANCE, WALGREENS MAIL SERVICE, P.F. CHANG'S CHINA BISTRO INC, SUNTREE SNACK FOODS, and VERITIV. These vendors span contract types like OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is Maricopa County working on?

Based on 29 tracked meetings, Maricopa County is actively discussing: Maricopa County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Maricopa County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Maricopa County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Maricopa County HOME Consortium Meeting Summary: December 18th, 2025, and Planning & Zoning Meeting: Development Projects & Land Use Regulations. 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 Maricopa County have?

Maricopa County currently has 434 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,028), Public Notices & Legal Advertising (373), and Grants (261). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AZ's state portal, and other sources.

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