Colbert County bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 1, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 11
- Bids and RFPs
- 20
- Contracts
- 388
- 280 vendors
The 30-second brief
11 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Colbert County's meetings, most in utilities and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Sep 1: Sewer Line Project Bids Due Soon.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Safety and Grants.
Latest awards: North Alabama Council of Local Government, Area Agency on Aging for senior Center Services Contracts Approved for 2027 (Aug 2026) and Northwest Alabama Council of Local Governments for vehicle Storage and Maintenance Agreement Approved (Aug 2026).
11 pre-RFPs tracked at Colbert County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Colbert County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Colbert County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Colbert County buys from, taken from council records. 388 contracts with 280 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Colbert County.
Questions about Colbert County
How do I become an approved vendor for Colbert County?
Colbert County currently works with 280 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, LICENSE, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 11 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 Colbert County?
Small purchases under AL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Colbert County include Colbert County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Colbert County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Colbert County Commission Meeting Summary: SSUT, Drainage, Law Enforcement, 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 Colbert County publish RFPs?
Colbert County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 20 solicitations from Colbert County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Safety, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Colbert County?
At Colbert County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Colbert County Junk Ordinance / Code Enforcement, Streets & Roads, Police, Administration, and Senior Services. 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 11 decision-makers at Colbert County.
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What does Colbert County spend the most on?
Based on 287 tracked contracts, Colbert County spends most on Capital Projects (129), Public Safety (52), Grants (39), Public Works (37), and Transportation (30). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, LICENSE, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Colbert County's current vendors?
Colbert County currently works with vendors including NORTH ALABAMA COUNCIL OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT, AREA AGENCY ON AGING, NORTHWEST ALABAMA COUNCIL OF LOCAL GOVERNMENTS, MUD CREEK MART 911, W. C. HANDY MUSIC FESTIVAL, COLBERT COUNTY REPORTER, THOMPSON, JORDAN, COLBERT CO. SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT, EADY, MARK, and ROSSER, DANIEL. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, LICENSE, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Colbert County working on?
Based on 7 tracked meetings, Colbert County is actively discussing: Colbert County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Colbert County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Colbert County Commission Meeting Summary: SSUT, Drainage, Law Enforcement, Colbert County Commission Meeting: Budget Hearings & Infrastructure Projects, and Colbert County Commission Meeting - June 17, 2025. 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 Colbert County have?
Colbert County currently has 20 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (129), Public Safety (52), and Grants (39). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AL's state portal, and other sources.