Carter County bids, RFPs and contracts
Ardmore, OklahomaPop. 48,910 · cartercountyok.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 39
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 41
- Contracts
- 1,112
- 524 vendors
The 30-second brief
39 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Carter County's meetings, most in public safety and public works. The latest, from Oct 26: County Opening Bids for Facility Security and Monitoring.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: SRLS for carter County to Consider SRLS Condemnation Legal Fee Claim (Oct 2026) and Canadian County Juvenile Detention Center for carter County to Consider Juvenile Detention Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Carter County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Carter County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Carter County buys from, taken from council records. 1,112 contracts with 524 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Carter County.
Questions about Carter County
How do I become an approved vendor for Carter County?
Carter County currently works with 524 vendors across contract types including LEGAL, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 15 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 Carter County?
Small purchases under OK's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Carter County include Carter County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Carter County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Carter 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 Carter County publish RFPs?
Carter County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OK's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 41 solicitations from Carter County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Carter County?
At Carter County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include County Clerk's Office, Police, Law Enforcement Division, Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, Emergency Communications, and Information Technology. 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 15 decision-makers at Carter County.
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What does Carter County spend the most on?
Based on 749 tracked contracts, Carter County spends most on Capital Projects (420), Public Works (125), Public Safety (102), Equipment (52), and Transportation (50). Contract types include LEGAL, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Carter County's current vendors?
Carter County currently works with vendors including SRLS, CANADIAN COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER, MEARS ENGINEERS LLC, UNITED STATES IMMIGRATION & CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT, ROLLKALL, SANGUINE GAS EXPLORATION LLC, DYNAPAC, WILSON FIRE DEPARTMENT, and ONEOK FIELD COMPANY LLC. These vendors span contract types like LEGAL, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Carter County working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, Carter County is actively discussing: Carter County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Carter County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Carter County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Carter County Commissioners Meeting: Contracts, Bids, and Opportunities, and Carter County Commissioners Meeting Summary: Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Approvals. 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 Carter County have?
Carter County currently has 41 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (420), Public Works (125), and Public Safety (102). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OK's state portal, and other sources.