Galveston County bids, RFPs and contracts
Galveston, TexasPop. 372,207 · galvestoncountytx.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 228
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 79
- Contracts
- 9,983
- 2,697 vendors
The 30-second brief
228 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Galveston County's meetings, most in grants and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 26: The agenda scheduled renewal of Galveston County's Verity annual software license and support with Hart Intercivic. The County Clerk submitted the item, but the agenda itself does not show a vote result. If the court acts, this would keep the current election software in place and signal follow-on support, licensing, and possible renewal timing for the incumbent.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Information Technology.
Latest awards: S&d Vending LLC for county Considers S&D Vending Services Award (Oct 2026) and Teague Nall & Perkins Inc for county Considers Teague Nall Perkins Road Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Galveston County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Galveston County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Galveston County buys from, taken from council records. 9,983 contracts with 2,697 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Galveston County.
Questions about Galveston County
How do I become an approved vendor for Galveston County?
Galveston County currently works with 2,697 vendors across contract types including FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 331 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 Galveston County?
Small purchases under TX's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Galveston County include Galveston County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Galveston County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Galveston County Mud 81 — Procurement Intelligence (January 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 Galveston County publish RFPs?
Galveston County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TX's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 79 solicitations from Galveston County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Galveston County?
At Galveston County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include District Attorney, Police, Streets & Roads, District Court, and Probation. 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 331 decision-makers at Galveston County.
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What does Galveston County spend the most on?
Based on 4,083 tracked contracts, Galveston County spends most on Capital Projects (1,844), Grants (1,001), Information Technology (459), Public Works (442), and Public Safety (337). Contract types include FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Galveston County's current vendors?
Galveston County currently works with vendors including S&D VENDING LLC, TEAGUE NALL & PERKINS INC, GFT INFRASTRUCTURE INC, WEISSER ENGINEERING & SURVEYING, GRATIA GEOMATICS LLC, SANTA FE SENIOR CITIZENS COUNCIL INC, and TNMP. These vendors span contract types like FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Galveston County working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, Galveston County is actively discussing: Galveston County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Galveston County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Galveston County Mud 81 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Commissioners Ct. Meeting: Approvals, Contracts & Economic Development, and Galveston County Commissioners Court Meeting Summary: December 8, 2025. 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 Galveston County have?
Galveston County currently has 79 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,844), Grants (1,001), and Information Technology (459). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TX's state portal, and other sources.