Kaufman County bids, RFPs and contracts
Kaufman, TexasPop. 209,235 · kaufmancounty.net- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 72
- 15 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 10
- Contracts
- 2,592
- 996 vendors
The 30-second brief
72 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Kaufman County's meetings, most in administration & finance and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 27: At its October 27, 2026 meeting, the county was set to approve fiber install from Ritter Communications on Reeder Lane in Precinct 2. The attached permit shows Ritter Communications installing conduit in the right of way for fiber network work at FM 548-K, with an anticipated finish date of December 31, 2026. The work was already permitted, so the sales value is in construction support, locate coordination, restoration, and any related change work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Information Technology.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 10. Latest awards: Thomson Reuters for thomson Reuters CoCounsel Legal System Purchase (Oct 2026) and City of Cottonwood for ETJ Interlocal Agreement with City of Cottonwood (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Kaufman County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Kaufman County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Kaufman County buys from, taken from council records. 2,592 contracts with 996 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Kaufman County.
Questions about Kaufman County
How do I become an approved vendor for Kaufman County?
Kaufman County currently works with 996 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, ENGINEERING, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 184 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 Kaufman County?
Small purchases under TX's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Kaufman County include Kaufman County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Kaufman County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Kaufman 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 Kaufman County publish RFPs?
Kaufman County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TX's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 41 solicitations from Kaufman 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 Kaufman County?
At Kaufman County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Administration, Elections, Courts & Public Safety, County Offices > Development Services, and City Council. 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 184 decision-makers at Kaufman County.
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What does Kaufman County spend the most on?
Based on 1,560 tracked contracts, Kaufman County spends most on Capital Projects (694), Public Works (291), Information Technology (213), Public Safety (189), and Administration & Finance (173). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, ENGINEERING, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Kaufman County's current vendors?
Kaufman County currently works with vendors including THOMSON REUTERS, CITY OF COTTONWOOD, CITY OF COMBINE, LJA ENGINEERING, GLOCK, TECHSHARE, DFPS, CITY OF CRANDALL, ALERRT, and RITTER COMMUNICATIONS. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, ENGINEERING, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Kaufman County working on?
Based on 11 tracked meetings, Kaufman County is actively discussing: Kaufman County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Kaufman County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Kaufman County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Kaufman County Commissioners Discuss Road Funding, Fiber Installation, and Kaufman County Commissioners' Court: TIRZ No. 6 Agreement & Extension. 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 Kaufman County have?
Kaufman County currently has 41 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (694), Public Works (291), and Information Technology (213). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TX's state portal, and other sources.