Lake County bids, RFPs and contracts
South DakotaPop. 10,993 · lake.sd.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 6, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 22
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 9
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,455
- 614 vendors
The 30-second brief
22 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Lake County's meetings, most in grants and transportation. The latest, from Oct 6: The agenda listed Resolution 2026-16 for the Lake County 5-Year Highway and Bridge Improvement Plan and certification form. That makes the county's road and bridge capital priorities a current planning item, not a completed award. A seller would want to track which projects move from the plan into funded engineering, design, or construction work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Lake County for commission to Consider Lake County Data Purchase (Oct 2026) and Dakota Shred for dakota Shred Document Destruction Services Paid ($125.72, Aug 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. 1,455 contracts with 614 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 614 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 13 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 SD'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 SD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 9 solicitations from Lake County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Safety. 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 Auditor, Health, Lake County Chn, Emergency Communications, 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 13 decision-makers at Lake County.
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What does Lake County spend the most on?
Based on 365 tracked contracts, Lake County spends most on Capital Projects (197), Grants (80), Public Safety (36), Public Works (27), and Transportation (25). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and OTHER. 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 LAKE COUNTY, DAKOTA SHRED, AVERA MCKENNAN HOSPITAL, TIRE MOTIVE, STEVES TIRE, STURDEVANT'S, QUADIENT, COLUMN, SUPERCOM, and ALLEGIANT. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and OTHER. 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 14 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), Lake County Commissioners Meeting: Opioid Funds & JDC Housing Approved, and Lake County Commissioners Approve Jail Contracts & Sheriff App Purchase. 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 9 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (197), Grants (80), and Public Safety (36). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, SD's state portal, and other sources.