Question 1

How do I become an approved vendor for Ottawa County?

Accepted Answer

Start by reviewing Ottawa County's procurement guidelines and vendor registration. As a county in KS, they maintain an approved vendor list. There are 2 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.

Question 2

How do I win a contract with Ottawa County?

Accepted Answer

Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Ottawa County include Ottawa County Commission Meeting: January 06, 2025, 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.

Question 3

Where does Ottawa County publish RFPs?

Accepted Answer

Ottawa County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from Ottawa County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Question 4

Who makes purchasing decisions at Ottawa County?

Accepted Answer

At Ottawa County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Streets & Roads, and Planning. 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 2 decision-makers at Ottawa County.

Question 5

What does Ottawa County spend the most on?

Accepted Answer

Based on 148 tracked contracts, Ottawa County spends most on Capital Projects (71), Grants (30), Public Works (23), Environmental Services (14), and Professional Services (10). Contract types include Lease-Purchase, Machine, Software, Financing, and Service. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Question 6

Who are Ottawa County's current vendors?

Accepted Answer

Ottawa County currently works with vendors including BENNINGTON STATE BANK, KBI, FIDLAR SOFTWARE, CITIZENS STATE BANK, CONSOLIDATED PRINTING, ASC CONSTRUCTION, RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, and KARL LEECH. These vendors span contract types like Lease-Purchase, Machine, Software, Financing, and Service. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

Question 7

What projects is Ottawa County working on?

Accepted Answer

Based on 1 tracked meeting, Ottawa County is actively discussing: Ottawa County Commission Meeting: January 06, 2025. 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.

Question 8

How many active solicitations does Ottawa County have?

Accepted Answer

Ottawa County currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (71), Grants (30), and Public Works (23). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KS's state portal, and other sources.

Ottawa County

Ottawa County Board Meeting Summaries1 found

Ottawa County Commission Meeting: January 06, 2025

Ottawa County RFPs & Bids3 found

Ottawa County Vendors & Contracts352 vendors352 contracts

BENNINGTON STATE BANK

KBI

FIDLAR SOFTWARE

BENNINGTON STATE BANK

Recent Contracts352

Ottawa County finances snow trucks through Bennington State Bank

Ottawa County purchases a new fingerprint machine for $25,982.00

Fidlar software company to implement program for Ottawa County

Dump Truck Financing Bid from Bennington State Bank

Citizens State Bank Bids for Dump Truck Financing

Printing service contract renewed with Consolidated Printing

ASC Construction wins courthouse renovation bid

Ottawa County evaluating printer contract

Resource Management wins tire recycling bid

Minneapolis EMS Grant Aims to Reduce ER Visits

Top Sectors

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Ottawa County Decision Makers2 verified

How to sell to Ottawa County

See how teams sell to Ottawa County

Common questions about selling to Ottawa County

How do I become an approved vendor for Ottawa County?

How do I win a contract with Ottawa County?

Where does Ottawa County publish RFPs?

Who makes purchasing decisions at Ottawa County?

What does Ottawa County spend the most on?

Who are Ottawa County's current vendors?

What projects is Ottawa County working on?

How many active solicitations does Ottawa County have?

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Ottawa County

Ottawa County Board Meeting Summaries1 found

Ottawa County Commission Meeting: January 06, 2025

Ottawa County RFPs & Bids3 found

Ottawa County Vendors & Contracts352 vendors352 contracts

BENNINGTON STATE BANK

KBI

FIDLAR SOFTWARE

BENNINGTON STATE BANK

Recent Contracts352

Ottawa County finances snow trucks through Bennington State Bank

Ottawa County purchases a new fingerprint machine for $25,982.00

Fidlar software company to implement program for Ottawa County

Dump Truck Financing Bid from Bennington State Bank

Citizens State Bank Bids for Dump Truck Financing

Printing service contract renewed with Consolidated Printing

ASC Construction wins courthouse renovation bid

Ottawa County evaluating printer contract

Resource Management wins tire recycling bid

Minneapolis EMS Grant Aims to Reduce ER Visits

Top Sectors

348 more vendors selling to Ottawa County

Ottawa County Decision Makers2 verified

How to sell to Ottawa County

See how teams sell to Ottawa County

Common questions about selling to Ottawa County

How do I become an approved vendor for Ottawa County?

How do I win a contract with Ottawa County?

Where does Ottawa County publish RFPs?

Who makes purchasing decisions at Ottawa County?

What does Ottawa County spend the most on?

Who are Ottawa County's current vendors?

What projects is Ottawa County working on?

How many active solicitations does Ottawa County have?

Nearby Agencies

Stop chasing RFPs.Start shaping them.

Stop chasing RFPs.
Start shaping them.