Missoula County bids, RFPs and contracts
Missoula, MontanaPop. 123,513 · missoulacounty.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 9, 2026
- Pre-RFPs
- 356
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 19
- Contracts
- 9,942
- 2,821 vendors
The 30-second brief
356 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Missoula County's meetings, most in grants and environmental services. The latest, from Nov 9: Missoula County presented its Septic System Replacement Program, which helps eligible low- and moderate-income homeowners outside city limits replace failing septic systems at no cost. The program is funded through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from HUD and also provides technical assistance and help with related plumbing problems. The agenda item was informational, with eligibility and application details shared on November 9, 2026.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 19. Latest awards: Garden City Harvest for county Lists Food-Security Program Payment ($40,000.00, Nov 2026) and Food Express USA for county Lists Detention Commissary Food Purchase ($4,450.74, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Missoula County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Missoula County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Missoula County buys from, taken from council records. 9,942 contracts with 2,821 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Missoula County.
Questions about Missoula County
How do I become an approved vendor for Missoula County?
Missoula County currently works with 2,821 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 63 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 Missoula County?
Small purchases under MT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Missoula County include Missoula County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Missoula County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Missoula 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 Missoula County publish RFPs?
Missoula County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 46 solicitations from Missoula County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Missoula County?
At Missoula County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Planning, Development and Sustainability, Public Works, Human Resources, HEALTH DEPARTMENT, and Technology. 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 63 decision-makers at Missoula County.
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What does Missoula County spend the most on?
Based on 6,048 tracked contracts, Missoula County spends most on Capital Projects (2,981), Grants (1,532), Public Works (695), Environmental Services (446), and Public Health (394). Contract types include OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Missoula County's current vendors?
Missoula County currently works with vendors including GARDEN CITY HARVEST, FOOD EXPRESS USA, COLUMN SOFTWARE PBC, CORE & MAIN LP, GEOTAB USA INC, GLAXOSMITHKLINE PHARMACEUTICALS, COMPLIANCE MONITORING SYSTEMS LLC, COCA-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY, BUREAU VERITAS NORTH AMERICA, and CIRCLE H INVESTMENTS LLC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Missoula County working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, Missoula County is actively discussing: Missoula County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Missoula County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Missoula County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Missoula County Community Council Meeting: Grant Dashboard & Updates, and Missoula County Meeting: Gravel Pit, Highway Funding, and Legal Update. 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 Missoula County have?
Missoula County currently has 46 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,981), Grants (1,532), and Public Works (695). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MT's state portal, and other sources.