Labette County bids, RFPs and contracts
KansasPop. 19,685 · labettecounty.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 23, 2026
- 11 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 24
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 964
- 507 vendors
The 30-second brief
24 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Labette County's meetings, most in public safety and grants. The latest, from Oct 23: At its October 13, 2026 meeting, KWORCC COO Colin Holthaus discussed 2026 workers compensation figures and the impact on 2027 costs. The minutes do not show an approval, but they do flag upcoming insurance cost pressure for 2027 planning. That makes this useful for renewal and budgeting follow-up.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Hight, Steven D for labette County Approves Parcel Search Agreement ($225.00 paid, Oct 2026) and Foster Design Associates LLC for labette County Increases Zoning Work Contract ($2,500.00 increase, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Labette County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Labette County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Labette County buys from, taken from council records. 964 contracts with 507 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Labette County.
Questions about Labette County
How do I become an approved vendor for Labette County?
Labette County currently works with 507 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 19 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 Labette County?
Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Labette County include Labette County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Labette County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Labette 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 Labette County publish RFPs?
Labette County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Labette County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Labette County?
At Labette County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include County Clerk's Office, Sheriff's Office, Labette County Sheriff's Office, County Counselor, and Labette County Board of Commissioners. 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 19 decision-makers at Labette County.
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What does Labette County spend the most on?
Based on 364 tracked contracts, Labette County spends most on Capital Projects (133), Grants (71), Public Works (60), Public Safety (55), and Administration & Finance (45). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Labette County's current vendors?
Labette County currently works with vendors including HIGHT, STEVEN D, FOSTER DESIGN ASSOCIATES LLC, KCAMP, FRONTIER FARM CREDIT, KWORCC, COMMUNITY NATIONAL BANK & TRUST, KANSAS WORKERS RISK COOPERATIVE FOR COUNTIES, COMMUNITY NATIONAL BANK, FEMA, and CLEAN UNIFORM COMPANY. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Labette County working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, Labette County is actively discussing: Labette County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Labette County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Labette County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Labette County Commissioners Approve Budget & Burn Ban (Dec 22, 2025), and Labette County Commissioners Meeting: Contracts, Budgets, and Legal Review. 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 Labette County have?
Labette County currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (133), Grants (71), and Public Works (60). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KS's state portal, and other sources.