Ford County bids, RFPs and contracts
KansasPop. 33,993 · fordcounty.net- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 15 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 53
- 12 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 31
- Contracts
- 498
- 222 vendors
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53 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Ford County's meetings, most in information technology and utilities. The latest, from Oct 19: County Planning Microsoft 365 Security Hardening and Configuration.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: CLOUDPERMIT for ford County to Consider Cloudpermit Software Contract (Oct 2026) and ITC (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Ford County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Ford County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Ford County buys from, taken from council records. 498 contracts with 222 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Ford County.
Questions about Ford County
How do I become an approved vendor for Ford County?
Ford County currently works with 222 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 104 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 Ford County?
Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Ford County include Ford County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ford County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Ford County Seeking Bids: 1-Ton 4WD Diesel Pickup Truck (2023-2026), 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 Ford County publish RFPs?
Ford County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 31 solicitations from Ford 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 Ford County?
At Ford County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Streets & Roads, Information Technology, 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 104 decision-makers at Ford County.
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What does Ford County spend the most on?
Based on 484 tracked contracts, Ford County spends most on Capital Projects (307), Public Works (76), Grants (42), Information Technology (36), and Public Safety (23). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Ford County's current vendors?
Ford County currently works with vendors including CLOUDPERMIT, ITC, KANSAS LEGISLATIVE POLICY GROUP, PRIORITY DISPATCH, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES, CROWDSTRIKE, KDHE, and RUMBAUGH, BEN. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, OTHER, 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 Ford County working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, Ford County is actively discussing: Ford County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ford County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Ford County Seeking Bids: 1-Ton 4WD Diesel Pickup Truck (2023-2026), Ford County Commission Meeting Summary: Zoning, IT, & Financial Actions, and Ford County Commission Meeting: Claims, Policies, and Business Opportunities. 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 Ford County have?
Ford County currently has 31 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (307), Public Works (76), and Grants (42). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KS's state portal, and other sources.