Cottle County bids, RFPs and contracts
TexasPop. 1,224 · co.cottle.tx.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 11
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 1,081
- 71 vendors
- Decision makers
- 13
The 30-second brief
11 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Cottle County's meetings, most in capital projects and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 14: At its November 9, 2026 meeting, the county discussed a tax abatement agreement for RS 70 Land Holdings, LLC. The applicant said it anticipates constructing a 96MW data center building with related fixtures, equipment, offices, utility buildings, and infrastructure. It also anticipates a 180 MW behind-the-meter power plant with gas turbine, electrical equipment, a high voltage substation, wastewater treatment systems, battery energy storage systems, and power management systems. The estimated cost is about $1.113 billion, and the abatement decision was still pending.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by County Taxes and Public Works.
Latest awards: CATERPILLAR for cottle County Considers $45,000 Caterpillar Loader Purchase (Not to exceed $45,000.00, Oct 2026) and Project Matter for cottle County to Discuss Project Matter Equipment Donation (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Cottle County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Cottle County buys from, taken from council records. 1,081 contracts with 71 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Cottle County.
Questions about Cottle County
How do I become an approved vendor for Cottle County?
Cottle County currently works with 71 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, OTHER, LEGAL, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 13 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 Cottle County?
Small purchases under TX's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Cottle County include Cottle County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Cottle County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Cottle County Title VI Compliance: Ensures Non-Discrimination Programs, 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 Cottle County publish RFPs?
Cottle County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TX's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Cottle County?
At Cottle County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Paducah Independent School District (Administration), District Attorney, City Council, City Attorney, and Clerk of Courts. 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 13 decision-makers at Cottle County.
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What does Cottle County spend the most on?
Based on 136 tracked contracts, Cottle County spends most on Capital Projects (60), County Taxes (25), Public Works (21), Grants (20), and Public Safety (10). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, OTHER, LEGAL, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Cottle County's current vendors?
Cottle County currently works with vendors including CATERPILLAR, PROJECT MATTER, RS 70 LAND HOLDINGS LLC, UNDERWOOD LAW FIRM, J. BROTHERS, TUCKER, A, COTTLE COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT, TEXAS COMMUNITY GROUP, BOX, KAYLA, and HELEN FARABEE. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, OTHER, LEGAL, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Cottle County working on?
Based on 3 tracked meetings, Cottle County is actively discussing: Cottle County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Cottle County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Cottle County Title VI Compliance: Ensures Non-Discrimination Programs. 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.