Dane County bids, RFPs and contracts
Madison, WisconsinPop. 590,375 · danecounty.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 29, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 500
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 7+
- Next due Nov 3
- Contracts
- 5,542
- 1,307 vendors
The 30-second brief
500 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Dane County's meetings, most in grants and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 29: The committee was scheduled to review an ordinance revising parking fees at the Alliant Energy Center. Public Works and Transportation had already recommended Sub. 1 for approval, so the Personnel and Finance Committee vote on October 29, 2026 was the next decision point. This is a venue pricing action that affects parking revenue and operations. Parking management vendors and event service providers should track the final fee schedule.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
7+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 3. Latest awards: Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence (Oct 2026) and Young Parent Collective (Center for Community Stewardship) (Oct 2026).
20+ new pre-RFPs at Dane County this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Dane County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Dane County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Dane County buys from, taken from council records. 5,542 contracts with 1,307 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Dane County.
Questions about Dane County
How do I become an approved vendor for Dane County?
Dane County currently works with 1,307 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 226 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 Dane County?
Small purchases under WI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Dane County include Dane County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Dane County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Dane County Board of Health Meeting: Budget, THC Regulations, Pet Sales, 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 Dane County publish RFPs?
Dane County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 776 solicitations from Dane County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Dane County?
At Dane County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Office of Energy & Climate Change, Dane County Department of Waste & Renewables, Dane County Sheriff's Office — Jail, and Dane County Circuit Court / 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 226 decision-makers at Dane County.
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What does Dane County spend the most on?
Based on 8,600 tracked contracts, Dane County spends most on Capital Projects (4,329), Grants (2,335), Environmental Services (900), Recreation & Community Services (529), and Public Works (507). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Dane County's current vendors?
Dane County currently works with vendors including BRADY CENTER TO PREVENT GUN VIOLENCE, YOUNG PARENT COLLECTIVE (CENTER FOR COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP), REVENUEVISION, UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN MEDICAL FOUNDATION, DANE COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY (VENDOR #613721), VACCINATE YOUR FAMILY, SUMMIT TRUCK EQUIP, CITY OF FITCHBURG, and LAKESIDE COUNSELING CENTER. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Dane County working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, Dane County is actively discussing: Dane County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Dane County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Dane County Board of Health Meeting: Budget, THC Regulations, Pet Sales, Dane County Food Council Meeting: Food Initiatives and Program Review, and Dane Arts Commission Approves Grants, Discusses Program Models, Events. 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 Dane County have?
Dane County currently has 776 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (4,329), Grants (2,335), and Environmental Services (900). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WI's state portal, and other sources.