Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District bids, RFPs and contracts
Bend, Oregondeschutesswcd.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 20, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 3
- Contracts
- 178
- 69 vendors
The 30-second brief
3 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District's meetings, most in grants. The latest, from Aug 20: The August 20, 2026 packet reviewed the Irrigator SWAP, a cost-share program for Deschutes County private landholders investing in irrigation and water conservation infrastructure. The program pays 75% of project cost with a maximum District contribution of $60,000, and projects must meet eligibility rules including a certified water right, legal authority for at least two years, and uninstalled infrastructure. Applications are open with an annual cutoff date, ranking, and contract award period. Contract recipients have two years from award to implement the infrastructure and must retain it for 15 years.
Grants leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Administration & Finance and Infrastructure & Maintenance.
Latest awards: Local Government Investment Pool (Lgip) for district Continues Local Government Investment Pool Use (Aug 2026) and QUICKBOOKS for district Transitions Accounting System to QuickBooks Online (Aug 2026).
3 pre-RFPs tracked at Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District buys from, taken from council records. 178 contracts with 69 vendors.
Questions about Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District
How do I become an approved vendor for Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District?
Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District currently works with 69 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and STAFFING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District?
Small purchases under OR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Grants (7), Administration & Finance (1), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (1), 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 Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District publish RFPs?
Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OR's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District?
At Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District spend the most on?
Based on 10 tracked contracts, Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District spends most on Grants (7), Administration & Finance (1), Infrastructure & Maintenance (1), and Professional Services (1). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and STAFFING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District's current vendors?
Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District currently works with vendors including LOCAL GOVERNMENT INVESTMENT POOL (LGIP), QUICKBOOKS, WINKLE, RICHARD, GOOGLE DRIVE SYSTEM, FIRST INTERSTATE BANK, INTUIT, SUBMITTABLE, DESCHUTES RIVER CONSERVANCY (DRC), EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT, and MERKT, STACI. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and STAFFING. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.