Custer County bids, RFPs and contracts
NebraskaPop. 10,500 · custercountyne.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 20 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 27
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 11
- Contracts
- 3,475
- 867 vendors
The 30-second brief
27 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Custer County's meetings, most in administration & finance and public works. The latest, from Oct 13: County Board Reviewing Commercial Appraisal Services Contract.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: EAKES for custer County to Consider Eakes Assessor Copier Bid (Oct 2026) and State of Nebr ($3,421.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Custer County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Custer County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Custer County buys from, taken from council records. 3,475 contracts with 867 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Custer County.
Questions about Custer County
How do I become an approved vendor for Custer County?
Custer County currently works with 867 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, OTHER, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 27 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 Custer County?
Small purchases under NE's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Custer County include Custer County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Custer County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Custer 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 Custer County publish RFPs?
Custer County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NE's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from Custer County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Custer County?
At Custer County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include CEDC, County Board, Planning and Zoning | Weed Control Authority, Solid Waste, 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 27 decision-makers at Custer County.
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What does Custer County spend the most on?
Based on 533 tracked contracts, Custer County spends most on Capital Projects (336), Grants (85), Public Works (58), Information Technology (33), and Environmental Services (21). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, OTHER, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Custer County's current vendors?
Custer County currently works with vendors including EAKES, STATE OF NEBR, EAKES OFFICE SOLUTIONS, O’REILLY AUTO PART, GREAT PLAINS COMMUNICATIONS, MILLS HARDWARE, ISLAND SUPPLY WELDING COMPANY, RED WILLOW COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, MEDICA, and BROKEN BOW MUNICIPAL UTILITIES. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, OTHER, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, and INSURANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Custer County working on?
Based on 13 tracked meetings, Custer County is actively discussing: Custer County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Custer County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Custer County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Custer County Board Meeting: Infrastructure, Budget, & Emergency Services, and Custer County Board Meeting: Tax Corrections, Insurance & Approvals. 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 Custer County have?
Custer County currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (336), Grants (85), and Public Works (58). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NE's state portal, and other sources.