Tripp County bids, RFPs and contracts
South DakotaPop. 5,708 · trippcounty.us/index.html- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 21
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 8
- None open now
- Contracts
- 2,384
- 692 vendors
The 30-second brief
21 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Tripp County's meetings, most in information technology and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 27: At its October 27, 2026 meeting, the commission heard that a $300,000 annual grant was awarded for 2027 and 2028 for substance abuse initiatives, EMT training, and continuing education. A state grant of $197,000 was also awarded for rural health. The grant will pay for rural EMT trauma bags, a rural paging system, and training equipment. Decision state: informational update on awarded grants.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Office Products Center for county Approves Road Shop Supply Payment ($629.29, Oct 2026) and Chandlers Inc for county Approves Blade Door Equipment Purchase ($920.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Tripp County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Tripp County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Tripp County buys from, taken from council records. 2,384 contracts with 692 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Tripp County.
Questions about Tripp County
How do I become an approved vendor for Tripp County?
Tripp County currently works with 692 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, UTILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. 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.
How do I win a contract with Tripp County?
Small purchases under SD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Tripp County include Tripp County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Tripp County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Tripp County Commissioners Approve Budget Supplements & Salary Adjustments, 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 Tripp County publish RFPs?
Tripp County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 solicitations from Tripp 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 Tripp County?
At Tripp County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Highway Department, and Auditor. 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 Tripp County.
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What does Tripp County spend the most on?
Based on 374 tracked contracts, Tripp County spends most on Capital Projects (140), Public Works (83), Grants (60), Transportation (51), and Equipment (40). Contract types include SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, UTILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Tripp County's current vendors?
Tripp County currently works with vendors including OFFICE PRODUCTS CENTER, CHANDLERS INC, VERIZON WIRELESS INC, VERIZON CONNECT, BEST WESTERN RAMKOTA HOTEL, TODD & ROWE LAW, and FLAT CREEK CONSTRUCTION. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, UTILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Tripp County working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, Tripp County is actively discussing: Tripp County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Tripp County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Tripp County Commissioners Approve Budget Supplements & Salary Adjustments, Tripp County Commissioners Approve Infrastructure & Personnel Changes, and Tripp County Commissioners Meeting: Claims Approved, Road Projects Discussed. 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 Tripp County have?
Tripp County currently has 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (140), Public Works (83), and Grants (60). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, SD's state portal, and other sources.