Dawson County bids, RFPs and contracts
TexasPop. 11,776 · co.dawson.tx.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 2, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 7
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 76
- 37 vendors
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7 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Dawson County's meetings, most in professional services and public health. The latest, from Sep 2: County Budgets $110k for Adult Probation Contract Services.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Gibbs Printing for GIBBS PRINTING supplies campaign flyers for $167.80 ($167.80, Jan 2026) and West Texas Graphics for WEST TEXAS GRAPHICS prints campaign banners for $142.89 ($142.89, Jan 2026).
7 pre-RFPs tracked at Dawson County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Dawson County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Dawson County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Dawson County buys from, taken from council records. 76 contracts with 37 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Dawson County.
Questions about Dawson County
How do I become an approved vendor for Dawson County?
Dawson County currently works with 37 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 22 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 Dawson County?
Small purchases under TX's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (37), Grants (16), and Information Technology (13), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Dawson County publish RFPs?
Dawson County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TX's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Dawson County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Dawson County?
At Dawson County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Dawson County Democratic, Dawson County Republican, Information Technology, Elections, and Assessor. 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 22 decision-makers at Dawson County.
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What does Dawson County spend the most on?
Based on 82 tracked contracts, Dawson County spends most on Capital Projects (37), Grants (16), Information Technology (13), Professional Services (9), and Administration & Finance (7). Contract types include SUPPLIES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Dawson County's current vendors?
Dawson County currently works with vendors including GIBBS PRINTING, WEST TEXAS GRAPHICS, ACTION PRINTING, and DAWSON COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does Dawson County have?
Dawson County currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (37), Grants (16), and Information Technology (13). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TX's state portal, and other sources.