Custer County bids, RFPs and contracts
South DakotaPop. 9,431 · custercountysd.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 29
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 8
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,788
- 883 vendors
The 30-second brief
29 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Custer County's meetings, most in public safety and communications. The latest, from Oct 21: Cell Tower Modification and Wireless Infrastructure Review.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Golden West Technologies for custer County Considers Golden West Cybersecurity Layer (Oct 2026) and Golden West Telecom for golden West Telecom Fiber Right-of-Way Request Considered (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. 1,788 contracts with 883 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 883 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, UTILITIES, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 14 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 SD'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 SD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 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 Health, Treasurer, and Streets & Roads. 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 14 decision-makers at Custer County.
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What does Custer County spend the most on?
Based on 1,153 tracked contracts, Custer County spends most on Capital Projects (698), Grants (144), Public Works (143), Public Safety (117), and Environmental Services (51). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, UTILITIES, and FACILITIES. 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 GOLDEN WEST TECHNOLOGIES, GOLDEN WEST TELECOM, and HERMOSA TOWN BOARD. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, UTILITIES, and FACILITIES. 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 19 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 Commission Meeting: Approvals, Grants & Planning Decisions, and Custer County Commission Meeting: Fiber Optics, Budget, and Museum Updates. 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 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (698), Grants (144), and Public Works (143). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, SD's state portal, and other sources.