Lake County bids, RFPs and contracts
Lakeport, CaliforniaPop. 67,772 · lakecountyca.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 180
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 6
- Contracts
- 3,827
- 1,379 vendors
The 30-second brief
180 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Lake County's meetings, most in transportation and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 22: At its June 11, 2026 meeting, the Planning Commission approved Major Use Permit PL-25-394 for Assurance Development and T-Mobile to construct a 150-foot monopine cell tower with a lightning rod and ancillary structures at 5017 Terrace Avenue in Lakeport. The action was already decided in the source, but it remains useful for tower construction, site work, and integration follow-on. The record shows the county had already moved the project into approval and conditions-of-approval management.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education and Grants.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 6. Latest awards: Lechowicz & Tseng Municipal Consultants for district Continues On-Call Sewer Rate Study Agreement (Oct 2026) and Terracon Constructors Inc ($286,000.00; contingency not to exceed $10,000; change orders up to $10,000, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Lake County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Lake County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Lake County buys from, taken from council records. 3,827 contracts with 1,379 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Lake County.
Questions about Lake County
How do I become an approved vendor for Lake County?
Lake County currently works with 1,379 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, CONSTRUCTION, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 192 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 Lake County?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Lake County include Lake County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lake County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Lake 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 Lake County publish RFPs?
Lake County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 257 solicitations from Lake County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Lake County?
At Lake County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Administrative Office, Lake County Vector Control District, Facilities Maintenance, Public Services, Code Enforcement Division, Community Development Department, and Public Works Department — Parks & Trails. 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 192 decision-makers at Lake County.
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What does Lake County spend the most on?
Based on 4,295 tracked contracts, Lake County spends most on Capital Projects (1,932), Education (764), Grants (669), Environmental Services (562), and Education & Training (368). Contract types include CONSULTING, CONSTRUCTION, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Lake County's current vendors?
Lake County currently works with vendors including LECHOWICZ & TSENG MUNICIPAL CONSULTANTS, TERRACON CONSTRUCTORS INC, PIAZZA CONSTRUCTION, SY PSYCHIATRY LLC, CALIFORNIA MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY (CALMHSA), and WINDSOR CARE CENTER OF SACRAMENTO MHRC. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, CONSTRUCTION, 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 Lake County working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, Lake County is actively discussing: Lake County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lake County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Lake County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Area Agency on Aging Board Approves Contracts and Meeting Calendar, and BVAC Meeting: Park Planning, District Updates, Agenda Approval (Dec 10, 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 Lake County have?
Lake County currently has 257 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,932), Education (764), and Grants (669). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.