Gem County bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Mar 16, 2026
- 8 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 5
- Bids and RFPs
- 6
- None open now
- Contracts
- 847
- 534 vendors
The 30-second brief
5 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Gem County's meetings, most in capital projects and library. The latest, from Mar 16: Sheriff's Office Records Storage Needs Under Discussion.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Delta Electric for county to Review Delta Electric Vehicle Low Voltage Quote (May 2026) and City of Emmett Police Department for opioid funds requested for Emmett Police Department (May 2026).
5 pre-RFPs tracked at Gem County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Gem County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Gem County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Gem County buys from, taken from council records. 847 contracts with 534 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Gem County.
Questions about Gem County
How do I become an approved vendor for Gem County?
Gem County currently works with 534 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 66 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 Gem County?
Small purchases under ID's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Gem County include Gem County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Gem County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Gem County — 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 Gem County publish RFPs?
Gem County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ID's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 6 solicitations from Gem County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Gem County?
At Gem County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Information Technology, Board of County Commissioners | County Commissioners, and County Assessor. 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 66 decision-makers at Gem County.
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What does Gem County spend the most on?
Based on 841 tracked contracts, Gem County spends most on Capital Projects (493), Public Works (117), Information Technology (85), Grants (83), and Public Safety (63). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Gem County's current vendors?
Gem County currently works with vendors including DELTA ELECTRIC, CITY OF EMMETT POLICE DEPARTMENT, ROCK CONTRACTORS, MICROSOFT, BAKER INTEGRATIVE COUNSELING, IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF PARKS & RECREATION, ZZ CONSTRUCTION, OPTIMUM BUILD GROUP, MAGNOLIA RESERVE, and BRUCE AND COLLEEN TOZER. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Gem County working on?
Based on 17 tracked meetings, Gem County is actively discussing: Gem County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Gem County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Gem County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Gem County Seeks Bids for Annex ADA Remodel; Deadline: December 5, 2025, and Public Hearing: Gem County Commissioners Review City Impact Boundary. 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 Gem County have?
Gem County currently has 6 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (493), Public Works (117), and Information Technology (85). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ID's state portal, and other sources.