Benzie County bids, RFPs and contracts
MichiganPop. 18,568 · benzieco.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 287
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 54
- Contracts
- 9,005
- 1,975 vendors
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287 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Benzie County's meetings, most in information technology and grants. The latest, from Oct 27: At its October 13, 2026 meeting the board authorized an offer of employment to John Vincent for the shared Chief Public Defender position. The offer was contingent on reference and background checks. This is a leadership trigger for the county's public defense operation, which can affect staffing, caseload management, and related legal services needs.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Canteen Services for benzie County to Consider Canteen Services Renewal (Oct 2026) and Frank Miller & Sons (Up to $8,218.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Benzie County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Benzie County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Benzie County buys from, taken from council records. 9,005 contracts with 1,975 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Benzie County.
Questions about Benzie County
How do I become an approved vendor for Benzie County?
Benzie County currently works with 1,975 vendors across contract types including FOOD_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, OTHER, CONSULTING, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 73 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 Benzie County?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Benzie County include Benzie County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Benzie County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Benzie County Commissioners Meeting: Tax Error, Budget, & Road Updates, 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 Benzie County publish RFPs?
Benzie County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 54 solicitations from Benzie 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 Benzie County?
At Benzie County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Building & Inspections, Parks & Recreation Commission, Benzie Shores District Library, Benzie Bus / Benzie Transportation Authority, and Benzie Transportation Authority / Benzie Bus. 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 73 decision-makers at Benzie County.
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What does Benzie County spend the most on?
Based on 3,184 tracked contracts, Benzie County spends most on Capital Projects (1,582), Grants (731), Environmental Services (354), Public Safety (323), and Information Technology (194). Contract types include FOOD_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, OTHER, CONSULTING, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Benzie County's current vendors?
Benzie County currently works with vendors including CANTEEN SERVICES, FRANK MILLER & SONS, IRONMAN, KARHU CYBER, NETLINK BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, CENTRA WELLNESS NETWORK, COHL, STOKER & TOSKEY PC, BENZIE TRANSPORTATION AUTH, and HILLIARD, KENNETH. These vendors span contract types like FOOD_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, OTHER, CONSULTING, 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 Benzie County working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, Benzie County is actively discussing: Benzie County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Benzie County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Benzie County Commissioners Meeting: Tax Error, Budget, & Road Updates, Benzie-Leelanau Health Board: Budget, Fees, Program Updates & Radon Kits, and Benzie County Commissioners Address Funding, Appointments, & Tax Policy. 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 Benzie County have?
Benzie County currently has 54 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,582), Grants (731), and Environmental Services (354). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.