Kent County
Government Procurement, RFPs & Contracts
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- EOC Tech & Audiovisual Upgrade Funded by JAG Grant
- Tech & AV Equipment Purchase for Sheriff's EOC
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Kent County Project Signals114 found
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Kent County: EOC Tech & Audiovisual Upgrade Funded by JAG Grant
Kent County has formally accepted an $88k JAG grant to purchase audiovisual and technology equipment...
Kent County: Tech & AV Equipment Purchase for Sheriff's EOC
The county plans to use an $88,439 JAG grant to purchase audiovisual and technology equipment for th...
Kent County: County Presents FY27 General Appropriations Act
Kent County has presented its FY2027 budget, proposing a $265M General Fund and $258M in special rev...
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Common questions about selling to Kent County
- How do I become an approved vendor for Kent County?
- Start by reviewing Kent County's procurement guidelines and vendor registration. As a county in MI, they maintain an approved vendor list. There are 371 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 Kent County?
- Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Kent County include Kent County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Kent County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Kent 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 Kent County publish RFPs?
- Kent County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 135 solicitations from Kent County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
- Who makes purchasing decisions at Kent County?
- At Kent County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Sheriff's Office > Support Services Division, Sheriff's Office > Law Enforcement Investigative Division, Sheriff's Office > Correctional Facility, Sheriff's Office > Community Police, and Public Defender. 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 371 decision-makers at Kent County.
- What does Kent County spend the most on?
- Based on 1,701 tracked contracts, Kent County spends most on Capital Projects (798), Grants (357), Environmental Services (257), Public Health (160), and Community & Outreach (129). Contract types include FACILITIES, OTHER, CONSULTING, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
- Who are Kent County's current vendors?
- Kent County currently works with vendors including MIDTOWN PARKING LLC, AREA AGENCY ON AGING OF WESTERN MICHIGAN INC, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, BUREAU OF JUSTICE ASSISTANCE, CANNON TOWNSHIP, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE BUREAU OF JUSTICE ASSISTANCE, KENT HOSPITAL FINANCE AUTHORITY, WEST MICHIGAN REGIONAL MEDICAL CONSORTIUM, MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF STATE POLICE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT & HOMELAND SECURITY DIVISION, AREA AGENCY ON AGING OF WESTERN MICHIGAN, and MICHIGAN INDIGENT DEFENSE COMMISSION. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, OTHER, CONSULTING, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
- What projects is Kent County working on?
- Based on 27 tracked meetings, Kent County is actively discussing: Kent County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Kent County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Kent County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Kent County Ag Preservation Board: Strategic Plan, Grants, Safety Event, and Kent County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board Meeting on Nov 20, 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 Kent County have?
- Kent County currently has 135 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (798), Grants (357), and Environmental Services (257). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.
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