Jackson County bids, RFPs and contracts
Pascagoula, MississippiPop. 147,666 · co.jackson.ms.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 104
- 16 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 7,973
- 2,308 vendors
The 30-second brief
104 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Jackson County's meetings, most in capital projects and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 21: The Planning Commission will review the preliminary plat for Lamey Ridge, a 148-lot single-family subdivision being developed by Leslie Brian Lamey. Phelan Engineering, LLC is listed as the engineer. This is an open land-development step, not a procurement, but it signals near-term civil design, subdivision infrastructure, and construction follow-on work tied to the plat review.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: Sds Weather for SDS Weather System Approved For Emergency Center (Oct 2026) and Orocon Construction LLC for orocon Construction Change Order Approved (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Jackson County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Jackson County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Jackson County buys from, taken from council records. 7,973 contracts with 2,308 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Jackson County.
Questions about Jackson County
How do I become an approved vendor for Jackson County?
Jackson County currently works with 2,308 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 112 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 Jackson County?
Small purchases under MS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Jackson County include Jackson County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Jackson County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Jackson 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 Jackson County publish RFPs?
Jackson County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 101 solicitations from Jackson 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 Jackson County?
At Jackson County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Streets & Roads, Planning, Elections, Athletics, and Veterans Services. 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 112 decision-makers at Jackson County.
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What does Jackson County spend the most on?
Based on 4,988 tracked contracts, Jackson County spends most on Capital Projects (3,209), Public Works (665), Grants (521), Environmental Services (344), and Professional Services (249). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Jackson County's current vendors?
Jackson County currently works with vendors including SDS WEATHER, OROCON CONSTRUCTION LLC, HEALTHGRAM, MYERS & COMPANY INC, VALBRIDGE PROPERTY ADVISORS, WRIGHT NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE COMPANY, NEEL-SCHAFFER INC, and SEYMOUR ENGINEERING. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Jackson County working on?
Based on 17 tracked meetings, Jackson County is actively discussing: Jackson County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Jackson County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Jackson County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Fire Protection Contract Approved for East Jackson County Fire Department, and Jackson County Contracts Mississippi Court Collections for Debt Recovery. 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 Jackson County have?
Jackson County currently has 101 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,209), Public Works (665), and Grants (521). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MS's state portal, and other sources.