Emmet County bids, RFPs and contracts
Petoskey, MichiganPop. 33,775 · emmetcounty.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 8, 2026
- 26 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 82
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 3,063
- 1,451 vendors
The 30-second brief
82 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Emmet County's meetings, most in equipment and grants. The latest, from Oct 8: Planning for Community Holiday Event.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: Michigan Department of Health & Human Services for emmet County Recommends $79,045 Victim Services Grant (Not to exceed $79,045, Oct 2026) and Michigan State University Extension for emmet County Considers MSU Extension Services Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Emmet County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Emmet County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Emmet County buys from, taken from council records. 3,063 contracts with 1,451 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Emmet County.
Questions about Emmet County
How do I become an approved vendor for Emmet County?
Emmet County currently works with 1,451 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 141 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 Emmet County?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Emmet County include Emmet County RFP: Ambulance Power Cots - Vendor Opportunity (EC-11-2025 #22), Groundwater Monitoring Well Installation: Addendum No. 1 Issued, and Emmet County Seeks Proposals for Hazardous Waste Contractor Services, 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 Emmet County publish RFPs?
Emmet County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 291 solicitations from Emmet County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Emmet County?
At Emmet County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Equalization/GIS Department. 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 141 decision-makers at Emmet County.
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What does Emmet County spend the most on?
Based on 12,129 tracked contracts, Emmet County spends most on Capital Projects (7,709), Public Works (1,475), Grants (1,376), Environmental Services (969), and Recreation & Community Services (600). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Emmet County's current vendors?
Emmet County currently works with vendors including MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES, MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION, MICHIGAN STATE POLICE OFFICE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY PLANNING, UNIVERSAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT COMPANY (OWOSSO) LLC, HIGH POINT ELECTRIC, MICHIGAN RECYCLING COALITION, BOYNE ENGINEERING & DESIGN PLLC, and PETOSKEY CURLING CLUB. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, and CONSULTING. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Emmet County working on?
Based on 5 tracked meetings, Emmet County is actively discussing: Emmet County RFP: Ambulance Power Cots - Vendor Opportunity (EC-11-2025 #22), Groundwater Monitoring Well Installation: Addendum No. 1 Issued, Emmet County Seeks Proposals for Hazardous Waste Contractor Services, Emmet County Seeks Vendor for PFAS Soil Remediation at Airport, and Emmet County: Opioid Settlement Funds Available for FY26 Project Proposals. 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 Emmet County have?
Emmet County currently has 291 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (7,709), Public Works (1,475), and Grants (1,376). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.