Dekalb County bids, RFPs and contracts
TennesseePop. 21,873 · dekalbtennessee.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 6
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 2
- 2 vendors
- Decision makers
- 78
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6 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Dekalb County's meetings, most in administration & finance and grants. The latest, from Oct 26: Juvenile Drug Treatment Court $400K Grant Application Planned.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Ems Trade-in Ambulance Purchase for commission Discusses EMS Ambulance Trade-In Purchase (Feb 2026) and Tony Luna for mayor vehicle repairs receives project approval ($9,965.00, May 2025).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Dekalb County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Dekalb County buys from, taken from council records. 2 contracts with 2 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Dekalb County.
Questions about Dekalb County
How do I become an approved vendor for Dekalb County?
Dekalb County currently works with 2 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, and Repair. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 78 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 Dekalb County?
Small purchases under TN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Dekalb County include DeKalb County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), DeKalb County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and DeKalb County Commission Meeting: June 23, 2025, 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 Dekalb County publish RFPs?
Dekalb County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TN's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Dekalb County?
At Dekalb County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Public Transportation, County Mayor's Office, City of Dekalb, and Dekalb County. 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 78 decision-makers at Dekalb County.
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What does Dekalb County spend the most on?
Based on 32 tracked contracts, Dekalb County spends most on Capital Projects (19), Grants (4), Environmental Services (3), Public Safety (3), and Public Works (3). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, and Repair. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Dekalb County's current vendors?
Dekalb County currently works with vendors including EMS TRADE-IN AMBULANCE PURCHASE, and TONY LUNA. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, and Repair. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Dekalb County working on?
Based on 5 tracked meetings, Dekalb County is actively discussing: DeKalb County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), DeKalb County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), DeKalb County Commission Meeting: June 23, 2025, DeKalb County Council Meeting Summary: Budget, Zoning, and Public Concerns, and DeKalb County Commission Meeting: February 24th, 2025 Agenda. 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.