Barry County bids, RFPs and contracts
Hastings, MichiganPop. 63,991 · barrycounty.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 89
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 74
- Contracts
- 529
- 270 vendors
The 30-second brief
89 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Barry County's meetings, most in capital projects and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 28: Contract award for Community Development Block Grant Administration Services for the CDBG Housing Improvement Grant.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: A1 Asphalt for airport Seeks Bids After Reviewing A1 Asphalt Quote (Sep 2026) and Jim's Pickup Service for airport Records Jim's Pickup Trash Service Payment ($55.00, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Barry County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Barry County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Barry County buys from, taken from council records. 529 contracts with 270 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Barry County.
Questions about Barry County
How do I become an approved vendor for Barry County?
Barry County currently works with 270 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 47 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 Barry County?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Barry County include Barry County Commissioners Review Funding, Conduct Board Interviews, Barry County Board: Jail Discussion, Budget Adjustments, & Program Funding, and Barry County Board Approves Extension Funding, Plat Digitization Project, 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 Barry County publish RFPs?
Barry County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 74 solicitations from Barry County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Barry County?
At Barry County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Sheriff's 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 47 decision-makers at Barry County.
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What does Barry County spend the most on?
Based on 2,118 tracked contracts, Barry County spends most on Capital Projects (1,387), Grants (222), Public Works (205), Environmental Services (157), and Public Services (147). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Barry County's current vendors?
Barry County currently works with vendors including A1 ASPHALT, JIM'S PICKUP SERVICE, MEADE & HUNT, LUCCI DISTRIBUTING INC, AVFUEL CORP, HASTINGS ACE HARDWARE, CONSUMERS ENERGY, FLIGHT LIGHT INC, COHL, STOKER, & TOSKEY, P, and GREENMARK EQUIPMENT. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and UTILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Barry County working on?
Based on 18 tracked meetings, Barry County is actively discussing: Barry County Commissioners Review Funding, Conduct Board Interviews, Barry County Board: Jail Discussion, Budget Adjustments, & Program Funding, Barry County Board Approves Extension Funding, Plat Digitization Project, Shallow Lake Drain Contract Bid Opportunity: Culverts & Driveway Work, and Berry County Commissioners Discuss Opioid Funds & Affordable Housing. 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 Barry County have?
Barry County currently has 74 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,387), Grants (222), and Public Works (205). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.