Clay County bids, RFPs and contracts
Liberty, MissouriPop. 265,032 · claycountymo.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 149
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 4,982
- 1,585 vendors
The 30-second brief
149 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Clay County's meetings, most in information technology and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 22: County Schedules 2027 Regional Household Hazardous Waste Renewal.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: JONESZYLON (Oct 2026) and Missouri Highways & Transportation Commission (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Clay County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Clay County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Clay County buys from, taken from council records. 4,982 contracts with 1,585 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Clay County.
Questions about Clay County
How do I become an approved vendor for Clay County?
Clay County currently works with 1,585 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 50 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 Clay County?
Small purchases under MO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Clay County include Clay County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Clay County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Clay 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 Clay County publish RFPs?
Clay County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MO's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 74 solicitations from Clay County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Clay County?
At Clay County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Clay County Public Health Center, Clay County Senior Services, Clay County Sheriff's Office, Maps & GIS (GIS/Mapping), County Assessor, and Auditor. 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 50 decision-makers at Clay County.
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What does Clay County spend the most on?
Based on 2,255 tracked contracts, Clay County spends most on Capital Projects (1,322), Grants (382), Public Safety (205), Public Works (205), and County Taxes (141). Contract types include SUPPLIES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Clay County's current vendors?
Clay County currently works with vendors including JONESZYLON, MISSOURI HIGHWAYS & TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, PRIMETIME CONTRACTING CORP, COLLINS & HERMANN INC, PONY EXPRESS BANK, MID-AMERICA REGIONAL COUNCIL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT DISTRICT, and SHEDIGSIT LLC. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Clay County working on?
Based on 29 tracked meetings, Clay County is actively discussing: Clay County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Clay County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Clay County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Klay County Commissioners Address Tax Credits, Infrastructure & Investments, and Klay County Budget Workshop: Sheriff, Assessor, & Parks Present 2026 Plans. 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 Clay County have?
Clay County currently has 74 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,322), Grants (382), and Public Safety (205). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MO's state portal, and other sources.