Washtenaw County bids, RFPs and contracts
Ann Arbor, MichiganPop. 370,214 · washtenaw.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 4, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 396
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 685
- Contracts
- 4,175
- 1,797 vendors
The 30-second brief
396 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Washtenaw County's meetings, most in grants and environmental services. The latest, from Nov 4: FY 2027 Action Plan and CDBG Subrecipient Management.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: City of Ann Arbor for ann Arbor’s Previous Community Development Contract Ended (Nov 2026) and Washtenaw Solar Energy LLC for county Approves Solar Energy Host Agreement (Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Washtenaw County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Washtenaw County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Washtenaw County buys from, taken from council records. 4,175 contracts with 1,797 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Washtenaw County.
Questions about Washtenaw County
How do I become an approved vendor for Washtenaw County?
Washtenaw County currently works with 1,797 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 475 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 Washtenaw County?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Washtenaw County include Washtenaw County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Washtenaw County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Washtenaw 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 Washtenaw County publish RFPs?
Washtenaw County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 685 solicitations from Washtenaw County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Washtenaw County?
At Washtenaw County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Washtenaw County Health Department, District Court, Police, Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office, Corrections, and Washtenaw / Livingston Medical Control Authority. 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 475 decision-makers at Washtenaw County.
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What does Washtenaw County spend the most on?
Based on 5,411 tracked contracts, Washtenaw County spends most on Capital Projects (1,803), Grants (1,767), Environmental Services (913), Public Health (475), and Recreation & Community Services (453). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Washtenaw County's current vendors?
Washtenaw County currently works with vendors including CITY OF ANN ARBOR, WASHTENAW SOLAR ENERGY LLC, DX HOLDINGS LLC, CATHOLIC CHARITIES, and ANN ARBOR HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, 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 Washtenaw County working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, Washtenaw County is actively discussing: Washtenaw County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Washtenaw County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Washtenaw County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Washington County Veteran Affairs: Services, Benefits, and Collaboration, and Washington County Board Discusses Budget, Community Concerns, HR Changes. 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 Washtenaw County have?
Washtenaw County currently has 685 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,803), Grants (1,767), and Environmental Services (913). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.