Sumner County bids, RFPs and contracts
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- Nov 5, 2026
- Yesterday
- Pre-RFPs
- 173
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 185
- 137 vendors
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173 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Sumner County's meetings, most in professional services and public safety. The latest, from Nov 5: County Coordinating Website Updates for Grant Transparency Reporting.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Library and Public Works.
Latest awards: Futures Unlimited (Oct 2026) and Key Construction for KEY Construction Updates County E911 Call Center Project (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Sumner County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Sumner County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Sumner County buys from, taken from council records. 185 contracts with 137 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Sumner County.
Questions about Sumner County
How do I become an approved vendor for Sumner County?
Sumner County currently works with 137 vendors across contract types including TRANSPORTATION, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 30 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 Sumner County?
Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Sumner County include Architect Approved; Project Advances with $580,000 Budget Allocation, SA County Zoning Meeting: Telecom Expansion, Family Subdivision & Variances, and Construction Appeals Board Overrules Permit Denial; Water Regulation Debate, 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 Sumner County publish RFPs?
Sumner County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Sumner County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Library, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Sumner County?
At Sumner County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Sumner County Sheriff’s Office, Road & Bridge Department, Sumner County Road and Bridge Department — Utility Division, County Counselor, and Board of County Commissioners. 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 30 decision-makers at Sumner County.
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What does Sumner County spend the most on?
Based on 2,001 tracked contracts, Sumner County spends most on Capital Projects (1,193), Library (255), Public Works (197), Grants (187), and Public Safety (169). Contract types include TRANSPORTATION, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Sumner County's current vendors?
Sumner County currently works with vendors including FUTURES UNLIMITED, KEY CONSTRUCTION, KANSAS SECURED TITLE, SCRIPT SOURCING, HEALTH INSURANCE COOPERATIVE AGENCY, SECURITY FIRST TITLE, COMPLIANCE ONE, VINCE ERWIN GLASS INC, and SECRETARY OF TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (KDOT). These vendors span contract types like TRANSPORTATION, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Sumner County working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, Sumner County is actively discussing: Architect Approved; Project Advances with $580,000 Budget Allocation, SA County Zoning Meeting: Telecom Expansion, Family Subdivision & Variances, Construction Appeals Board Overrules Permit Denial; Water Regulation Debate, County Meeting: Budget Adjustments, Fire Department & Community Support, and Sumner Library Board Meeting: Collection Policy, Public Debate, Decisions. 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 Sumner County have?
Sumner County currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,193), Library (255), and Public Works (197). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KS's state portal, and other sources.