Colfax County bids, RFPs and contracts
NebraskaPop. 10,934 · colfaxcountyne.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 20 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 34
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 2,229
- 758 vendors
The 30-second brief
34 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Colfax County's meetings, most in public safety and public works. The latest, from Oct 13: At its October 13, 2026 meeting, the board adopted county tax requests and levies, including a $250,000 fire and rescue equipment levy for the Schuyler Fire Protection District. The action is budget-side funding, not a purchase order. It still matters because it points to upcoming public-safety equipment spending.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: CATERPILLAR for colfax County Considers 2018 Caterpillar Motor Grader (Oct 2026) and ALBERTSONS for colfax County to Consider Albertsons Opioid Settlement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Colfax County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Colfax County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Colfax County buys from, taken from council records. 2,229 contracts with 758 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Colfax County.
Questions about Colfax County
How do I become an approved vendor for Colfax County?
Colfax County currently works with 758 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 20 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 Colfax County?
Small purchases under NE's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Colfax County include Colfax County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Colfax County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Colfax 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 Colfax County publish RFPs?
Colfax County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NE's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Colfax 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 Colfax County?
At Colfax County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Zoning, Probation, Public Defender, Municipal Court, and Police. 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 20 decision-makers at Colfax County.
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What does Colfax County spend the most on?
Based on 290 tracked contracts, Colfax County spends most on Capital Projects (132), Public Works (56), Public Safety (36), Grants (33), and Information Technology (33). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Colfax County's current vendors?
Colfax County currently works with vendors including CATERPILLAR, ALBERTSONS, TOMASEK, DON, MAXIMUS, GALL LAWN SERVICE LLC, NEBRASKA MACHINERY CO, HELENA AGRI-ENTERPRISES LLC, and POINT C. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Colfax County working on?
Based on 14 tracked meetings, Colfax County is actively discussing: Colfax County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Colfax County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Colfax County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Colfax County Board Meeting: Claims, Salaries, Road Projects, and More, and Colfax County Board Meeting: Grants, Contracts, and Tax Exemptions. 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 Colfax County have?
Colfax County currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (132), Public Works (56), and Public Safety (36). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NE's state portal, and other sources.