Lake County bids, RFPs and contracts
Tavares, FloridaPop. 456,068 · lakecountyfl.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 149
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 371
- Contracts
- 3,104
- 1,476 vendors
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149 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Lake County's meetings, most in environmental services and professional services. The latest, from Oct 27: Construction of a road turn lane at Monavista and Phillips Road.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: City of Clermont for marine Patrol Agreement with City of Clermont (Oct 2026) and United States Geological Survey (Usgs) for USGS Water Monitoring Funding Agreement Approved (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Lake County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Lake County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Lake County buys from, taken from council records. 3,104 contracts with 1,476 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 1,476 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, LEGAL, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 57 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 FL'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 FL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 371 solicitations from Lake 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 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 Lake County Board of County Commissioners, Board of County Commissioners, and Office of Management & Budget. 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 57 decision-makers at Lake County.
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What does Lake County spend the most on?
Based on 2,401 tracked contracts, Lake County spends most on Capital Projects (1,286), Grants (375), Public Works (294), Environmental Services (244), and Transportation (202). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, LEGAL, and INSURANCE. 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 CITY OF CLERMONT, UNITED STATES GEOLOGICAL SURVEY (USGS), USDA, CONTINENTAL STRATEGIES, LANGLEY & LOWE, FLORIDA MUNICIPAL INSURANCE TRUST (FMIT), BARGE DESIGN SOLUTIONS, CITY OF TAVARES, SOUTHEAST SOILS, and TROUT LAKE NATURE CENTER. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, LEGAL, and INSURANCE. 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 21 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), Superior Asphalt Awarded Asphaltic Concrete Supply Contract with Lake County, and FY 2026 Infrastructure Sales Tax Project List: Business Opportunities. 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 371 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,286), Grants (375), and Public Works (294). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, FL's state portal, and other sources.