Lamar County bids, RFPs and contracts
Paris, TexasPop. 51,503 · co.lamar.tx.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 22 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 63
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 27
- Contracts
- 475
- 211 vendors
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63 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Lamar County's meetings, most in information technology and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 12: Final Plat Approval Scheduled for Texas Heritage Addition Subdivision.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Star Dairy Solar LLC for county Considers Star Dairy Solar Contract Assignment (Oct 2026) and American National Red Cross for county Considers Red Cross Facility License Renewal (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Lamar County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Lamar County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Lamar County buys from, taken from council records. 475 contracts with 211 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Lamar County.
Questions about Lamar County
How do I become an approved vendor for Lamar County?
Lamar County currently works with 211 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FACILITIES, CONSULTING, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 14 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 Lamar County?
Small purchases under TX's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Lamar County include Lamar County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lamar County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Lamar 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 Lamar County publish RFPs?
Lamar County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TX's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 27 solicitations from Lamar County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Lamar County?
At Lamar County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Police, and Municipal Court. 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 14 decision-makers at Lamar County.
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What does Lamar County spend the most on?
Based on 466 tracked contracts, Lamar County spends most on Capital Projects (302), Grants (71), Information Technology (34), Infrastructure & Maintenance (31), and Public Works (28). Contract types include OTHER, FACILITIES, CONSULTING, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Lamar County's current vendors?
Lamar County currently works with vendors including STAR DAIRY SOLAR LLC, AMERICAN NATIONAL RED CROSS, BERGENHOLTZ, STEPHEN, INVEST LAMAR LLC, STAR DAIRY STORAGE LLC, BERGENHOLTZ, ZACHARY, ECHOLS GROVE LLC, CAPEX CONSULTING GROUP, TXDOT, and VESTED NETWORKS. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FACILITIES, CONSULTING, 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 Lamar County working on?
Based on 5 tracked meetings, Lamar County is actively discussing: Lamar County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lamar County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Lamar County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Lamar County Invites Bids for White & Red Flexbase, Rock, Gravel, More, and Lamar County Appraisal District 2025 Depreciation Schedule. 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 Lamar County have?
Lamar County currently has 27 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (302), Grants (71), and Information Technology (34). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TX's state portal, and other sources.