Deep East Texas Council of Governments bids, RFPs and contracts
Lufkin, Texasdetcog.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 13
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 183
- 134 vendors
The 30-second brief
13 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Deep East Texas Council of Governments's meetings, most in grants and public safety. The latest, from Oct 22: The board was scheduled to consider approving a five-year service and maintenance agreement with Motorola for the Livingston interoperable radio tower site. The item was on the October 22, 2026 agenda, so no decision had been made in this document. The agreement would cover service and maintenance for the tower site. Decision state: vote scheduled.
Grants leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Information Technology.
Latest awards: FIDIUM for DETCOG to Consider Fidium Ethernet Service Contract (Oct 2026) and MOTOROLA (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Deep East Texas Council of Governments's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Deep East Texas Council of Governments has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Deep East Texas Council of Governments buys from, taken from council records. 183 contracts with 134 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Deep East Texas Council of Governments.
Questions about Deep East Texas Council of Governments
How do I become an approved vendor for Deep East Texas Council of Governments?
Deep East Texas Council of Governments currently works with 134 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, UTILITIES, FACILITIES, and LICENSE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 52 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 Deep East Texas Council of Governments?
Small purchases under TX's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Deep East Texas Council of Governments include Deep East Texas Council of Governments — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Deep East Texas Council of Governments — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and DETCOG Board Meeting: Economic Development, Housing, and 2026 Planning, 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 Deep East Texas Council of Governments publish RFPs?
Deep East Texas Council of Governments publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TX's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Deep East Texas Council of Governments. The most active RFP sectors are Grants, Capital Projects, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Deep East Texas Council of Governments?
At Deep East Texas Council of Governments, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include DETCOG Regional Housing Authority, Community Development, 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 52 decision-makers at Deep East Texas Council of Governments.
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What does Deep East Texas Council of Governments spend the most on?
Based on 251 tracked contracts, Deep East Texas Council of Governments spends most on Grants (108), Capital Projects (89), Information Technology (25), Public Safety (17), and Administration & Finance (12). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, UTILITIES, FACILITIES, and LICENSE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Deep East Texas Council of Governments's current vendors?
Deep East Texas Council of Governments currently works with vendors including FIDIUM, MOTOROLA, CONTERRA NETWORKS, CITY OF CROCKETT, AT&T, ESRI, and TYLER COUNTY. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, UTILITIES, FACILITIES, and LICENSE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Deep East Texas Council of Governments working on?
Based on 5 tracked meetings, Deep East Texas Council of Governments is actively discussing: Deep East Texas Council of Governments — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Deep East Texas Council of Governments — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), DETCOG Board Meeting: Economic Development, Housing, and 2026 Planning, DETCOG Meeting: Solid Waste, Financials, and Policy Review - Oct 23, 2025, and DETCOG Board Meeting: Audit, Dues, 9-1-1 AT&T Contract Approved. 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 Deep East Texas Council of Governments have?
Deep East Texas Council of Governments currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Grants (108), Capital Projects (89), and Information Technology (25). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TX's state portal, and other sources.