Barber County bids, RFPs and contracts
KansasPop. 4,083 · barber.ks.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 25 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 17
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 218
- 160 vendors
The 30-second brief
17 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Barber County's meetings, most in information technology and transportation. The latest, from Oct 12: Jason Crowell of Kirkham Michael explained bridge inspection for 2027 to the commissioners. He said the price will be about double from previously, and that it is something the county has to do. The minutes do not record an award or solicitation. Decision state: discussed.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Kirkham Michael for 2027 Bridge Inspection Discussed With Kirkham Michael (Oct 2026) and ESRI for commissioners Approve ESRI Enterprise Agreement Cost Sharing (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Barber County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Barber County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Barber County buys from, taken from council records. 218 contracts with 160 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Barber County.
Questions about Barber County
How do I become an approved vendor for Barber County?
Barber County currently works with 160 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 28 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 Barber County?
Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Barber County include Barber County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Butler County Commissioners Meeting: Approvals, Budget, and Future Plans, and July 14 Meeting: Budget, Stanfield Roofing/KCAMP, County Business, 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 Barber County publish RFPs?
Barber County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from Barber County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Barber County?
At Barber County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Barber County Board of Commissioners, and County Clerk's Office. 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 28 decision-makers at Barber County.
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What does Barber County spend the most on?
Based on 233 tracked contracts, Barber County spends most on Capital Projects (126), Public Works (46), Information Technology (23), Public Safety (21), and Grants (17). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Barber County's current vendors?
Barber County currently works with vendors including KIRKHAM MICHAEL, ESRI, RUTAN CONSTRUCTION INC, LEISURE TIME CENTER, GOOGLE, and ADAMS BROWN. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, 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 Barber County working on?
Based on 6 tracked meetings, Barber County is actively discussing: Barber County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Butler County Commissioners Meeting: Approvals, Budget, and Future Plans, July 14 Meeting: Budget, Stanfield Roofing/KCAMP, County Business, Butler County Commissioners Approve Copier, Truck Purchases; Landfill Fees, and Butler County Board of Commissioners Meeting Summary - May 20, 2025. 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 Barber County have?
Barber County currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (126), Public Works (46), and Information Technology (23). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KS's state portal, and other sources.