Cole County
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Cole County: Funding Approved for Probationer Intervention Programs
The county is using grant funds to help pay for defendants on probation to participate in interventi...
Cole County: Sheriff's Dept Renews Fleet Maintenance Service Contracts
Cole County has renewed its fleet maintenance contracts with two local auto repair shops for the She...
Cole County: County discussing deputy salary supplementation fund
Cole County is discussing a Deputy Sheriff Salary Supplementation Fund award for FY 2027. While not ...
Cole County: County Approves WIC Nutrition Services Contract
The county is approving its WIC Local Agency Nutrition Services Contract for FFY 2027. This confirms...
Cole County: County Planning 250th Committee Celebration
Cole County is planning activities for its 250th committee celebration, including the placement of a...
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- How do I become an approved vendor for Cole County?
- Cole County currently works with 5 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 97 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 Cole County?
- Small purchases under MO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Cole County include Cole County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Cole County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Cole 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 Cole County publish RFPs?
- Cole County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MO's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 399 solicitations from Cole County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, County Taxes. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
- Who makes purchasing decisions at Cole County?
- At Cole County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Emergency Management Agency, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), MU Health Care, Health Department, and Purchasing. 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 97 decision-makers at Cole County.
- What does Cole County spend the most on?
- Based on 1,290 tracked contracts, Cole County spends most on Capital Projects (677), Public Works (286), County Taxes (124), Public Safety (109), and Grants (94). Contract types include OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
- Who are Cole County's current vendors?
- Cole County currently works with vendors including ZIMMER, PRENGER FOOD PRODUCTS, ACCURATE CONTROLS, BOONE HEALTH, DONNIE BRAUN & SONS, COLE COUNTY HEALTH DEPT, SMOJS, HILLYARD, BIG O TIRES, and MODHSS. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FOOD_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
- What projects is Cole County working on?
- Based on 29 tracked meetings, Cole County is actively discussing: Cole County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Cole County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Cole County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Cole County Approves Air Service Agreement, Addresses Budget, HVAC Updates, and Cole County Bid Opening: Rainbow Drive Sidewalk Improvements Project. 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 Cole County have?
- Cole County currently has 399 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (677), Public Works (286), and County Taxes (124). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MO's state portal, and other sources.
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