Charlevoix County Transit bids, RFPs and contracts
Boyne City, Michigancharlevoixcounty.org/county_transit- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- Pre-RFPs
- 7
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 25
- 19 vendors
The 30-second brief
7 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Charlevoix County Transit's meetings, most in grants and equipment. The latest, from Oct 28: Drug Court Substance Use Disorder PA2 Grant Analytics & Evaluation.
Grants leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Information Technology and Parks & Recreation.
Latest awards: DTMB for county Considers DTMB GIS Data Sharing Agreement (Oct 2026) and Beaver Island Wild Strawberry Café for county Considers Beaver Island Café Meal Agreement (Oct 2026).
7 new pre-RFPs at Charlevoix County Transit this month. See all 7, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Charlevoix County Transit's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Charlevoix County Transit buys from, taken from council records. 25 contracts with 19 vendors.
Questions about Charlevoix County Transit
How do I become an approved vendor for Charlevoix County Transit?
Charlevoix County Transit currently works with 19 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Charlevoix County Transit?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Grants (4), Information Technology (4), and Parks & Recreation (2), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Charlevoix County Transit publish RFPs?
Charlevoix County Transit publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Charlevoix County Transit?
At Charlevoix County Transit, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does Charlevoix County Transit spend the most on?
Based on 14 tracked contracts, Charlevoix County Transit spends most on Grants (4), Information Technology (4), Parks & Recreation (2), Public Safety (2), and Public Services (2). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Charlevoix County Transit's current vendors?
Charlevoix County Transit currently works with vendors including DTMB, BEAVER ISLAND WILD STRAWBERRY CAFÉ, MEAD & HUNT, QUALITY ROOFING & EXTERIORS LLC, MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF MICHIGAN (MERS), IMI, MOLON ASPHALT INC, MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, COMMON ANGLE INC, and HUMANA. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.