Macon County bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Mar 10, 2026
- 8 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 1
- Bids and RFPs
- 28
- Contracts
- 814
- 401 vendors
The 30-second brief
1 pre-RFP (projects, hiring and grants) found in Macon County's meetings, most in recreation & community services. The latest, from Mar 10: Macon County plans new amphitheater and park upgrades.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Administration & Finance.
Latest awards: Jxt Company for JXT Company Quotes Arena Lighting Equipment for $29,630 ($29,630.00, Mar 2026) and RADARSIGN for radarsign Proposes Speed Sign for $3,602.82 ($3,602.82, Mar 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Macon County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Macon County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Macon County buys from, taken from council records. 814 contracts with 401 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Macon County.
Questions about Macon County
How do I become an approved vendor for Macon County?
Macon County currently works with 401 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, Consulting, Service, and Lease. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 28 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 Macon County?
Small purchases under TN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Macon County include Macon County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Macon County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Macon County Approves Transit Grants, Landfill Agreement, Armory Design, 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 Macon County publish RFPs?
Macon County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 28 solicitations from Macon County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Administration & Finance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Macon County?
At Macon County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Macon County Schools, Lafayette Fire Department, Lafayette Police Department, Macon County Emergency Management Department, and Emergency Rescue Squad. 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 28 decision-makers at Macon County.
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What does Macon County spend the most on?
Based on 570 tracked contracts, Macon County spends most on Capital Projects (332), Grants (93), Administration & Finance (49), Public Safety (49), and Education & Training (47). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, Consulting, Service, and Lease. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Macon County's current vendors?
Macon County currently works with vendors including JXT COMPANY, RADARSIGN, CETECH ASSOCIATES DBA LARRY A LACKEY JR PE, LS3P, MCGILL ASSOCIATES, COWEE VOLUNTEER FIRE, NANTAHALA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, and CONCEPT GRANT. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, Consulting, Service, and Lease. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Macon County working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, Macon County is actively discussing: Macon County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Macon County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Macon County Approves Transit Grants, Landfill Agreement, Armory Design, Macon County Commissioners Meeting: Health, Fire Department, Solid Waste, and Macon County Commissioners Meeting: Tourism, Budget, and Alcohol Sales. 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 Macon County have?
Macon County currently has 28 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (332), Grants (93), and Administration & Finance (49). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TN's state portal, and other sources.