Lewis and Clark County bids, RFPs and contracts
Helena, MontanaPop. 75,331 · lccountymt.gov/Home- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 230
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 61
- Contracts
- 2,545
- 1,002 vendors
The 30-second brief
230 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Lewis and Clark County's meetings, most in public safety and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 27: Grant application for night vision equipment and tactical capabilities for the Sheriff's Office SWAT team.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: City of Helena for county to Consider Interlocal Agreement with Helena (Oct 2026) and United States Forest Service for county Considers Forest Service Cattle Guard Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Lewis and Clark County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Lewis and Clark County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Lewis and Clark County buys from, taken from council records. 2,545 contracts with 1,002 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Lewis and Clark County.
Questions about Lewis and Clark County
How do I become an approved vendor for Lewis and Clark County?
Lewis and Clark County currently works with 1,002 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FACILITIES, LICENSE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 98 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 Lewis and Clark County?
Small purchases under MT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Lewis and Clark County include Lewis and Clark County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lewis and Clark County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Lewis and Clark 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 Lewis and Clark County publish RFPs?
Lewis and Clark County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 61 solicitations from Lewis and Clark County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Lewis and Clark County?
At Lewis and Clark County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Lewis and Clark Public Health, Records Department, Clerk and Recorder/Treasurer, and Public Works. 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 98 decision-makers at Lewis and Clark County.
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What does Lewis and Clark County spend the most on?
Based on 2,515 tracked contracts, Lewis and Clark County spends most on Capital Projects (865), Public Works (578), Grants (462), Public Health (310), and Environmental Services (300). Contract types include OTHER, FACILITIES, LICENSE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Lewis and Clark County's current vendors?
Lewis and Clark County currently works with vendors including CITY OF HELENA, UNITED STATES FOREST SERVICE, GOLD CREEK CELLULAR OF MONTANA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, MONTANA WARRIERS FORWARD, DCI ENGINEERS, and MONTANA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FACILITIES, LICENSE, 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 Lewis and Clark County working on?
Based on 29 tracked meetings, Lewis and Clark County is actively discussing: Lewis and Clark County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lewis and Clark County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Lewis and Clark County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Lewis & Clark County Commissioners Meeting: Key Business & Economic Items, and Augusta Government Day Meeting: MT21 Elk Creek Project Update. 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 Lewis and Clark County have?
Lewis and Clark County currently has 61 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (865), Public Works (578), and Grants (462). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MT's state portal, and other sources.