Steele County bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 6, 2026
- 31 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 5
- Bids and RFPs
- 5
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,027
- 323 vendors
The 30-second brief
5 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Steele County's meetings, most in information technology and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 6: County Planning to Purchase Recorder Scanner.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: BCBS for steele County Lists BCBS Insurance Renewal (Oct 2026) and Interstate Engineering (Oct 2026).
5 pre-RFPs tracked at Steele County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Steele County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Steele County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Steele County buys from, taken from council records. 1,027 contracts with 323 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Steele County.
Questions about Steele County
How do I become an approved vendor for Steele County?
Steele County currently works with 323 vendors across contract types including INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 8 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 Steele County?
Small purchases under ND's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Steele County include Steele County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Steele County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Steele 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 Steele County publish RFPs?
Steele County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ND's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 5 solicitations from Steele 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 Steele County?
At Steele County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Highway Department, Steele County Commission, Golden Lake Acres Resort, and Parks & Recreation. 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 8 decision-makers at Steele County.
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What does Steele County spend the most on?
Based on 1,743 tracked contracts, Steele County spends most on Capital Projects (1,065), Public Works (443), Grants (141), Environmental Services (47), and Public Health (47). Contract types include INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Steele County's current vendors?
Steele County currently works with vendors including BCBS, INTERSTATE ENGINEERING, CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERS, GLEASON CONSTRUCTION, GAST CONSTRUCTION, MAK CONSTRUCTION, and FINLEY MOTORS. These vendors span contract types like INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Steele County working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, Steele County is actively discussing: Steele County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Steele County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Steele County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Steele County Commissioners Meeting: Tax Sales, Food Security, 2026 Planning. 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 Steele County have?
Steele County currently has 5 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,065), Public Works (443), and Grants (141). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ND's state portal, and other sources.