Winnebago County bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 5, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 470
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 133
- Contracts
- 3,959
- 1,418 vendors
The 30-second brief
470 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Winnebago County's meetings, most in grants and information technology. The latest, from Nov 5: PHEP, HPP, and Cities Readiness Initiative Grant Overview.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: ALERTSENSE for alertsense Emergency Notification System Set to Expire (Nov 2026) and Go Transit for transportation Grant Planned for GO Transit ($429,192 total grant, split between Valley Transit and GO Transit, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Winnebago County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Winnebago County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Winnebago County buys from, taken from council records. 3,959 contracts with 1,418 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Winnebago County.
Questions about Winnebago County
How do I become an approved vendor for Winnebago County?
Winnebago County currently works with 1,418 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, TRANSPORTATION, UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 378 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 Winnebago County?
Small purchases under WI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Winnebago County include Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Winnebago 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 Winnebago County publish RFPs?
Winnebago County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 133 solicitations from Winnebago 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 Winnebago County?
At Winnebago County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Sheriff's Office > Patrol, Winnebago County Department of Human Services, Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC), UW–Madison Division of Extension, Health & Well-Being, and Finance Department. 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 378 decision-makers at Winnebago County.
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What does Winnebago County spend the most on?
Based on 7,075 tracked contracts, Winnebago County spends most on Capital Projects (3,830), Grants (1,228), Environmental Services (908), Recreation & Community Services (580), and Public Works (529). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, TRANSPORTATION, UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Winnebago County's current vendors?
Winnebago County currently works with vendors including ALERTSENSE, GO TRANSIT, VALLEY TRANSIT, WISCONSIN PUBLIC SERVICE, GOEDC, VIESSMANN CORPORATION (GERMANY), and HDR. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, TRANSPORTATION, UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Winnebago County working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, Winnebago County is actively discussing: Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), HHS Budget Details: $1.1B for Community Support & Elderly Services, and Winnebago County 2026 Capital Plan: Outlay, Improvements, and Projects. 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 Winnebago County have?
Winnebago County currently has 133 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,830), Grants (1,228), and Environmental Services (908). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WI's state portal, and other sources.