Marion County bids, RFPs and contracts
TexasPop. 9,896 · co.marion.tx.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 31, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 27
- Bids and RFPs
- 8
- None open now
- Contracts
- 894
- 160 vendors
The 30-second brief
27 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Marion County's meetings, most in information technology and communications. The latest, from Aug 31: Seeking Tech for $1.2M Communications Project.
Information Technology leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Administration & Finance.
Latest awards: Texans Feeding Texans for county Budgets $890 for Texans Feeding Texans ($889.50, Aug 2026) and ETEDD for marion County Budgets $3,333 for ETEDD ($3,333.36, Aug 2026).
27 pre-RFPs tracked at Marion County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
Get Texas pre-RFPs freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Marion County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Marion County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Marion County buys from, taken from council records. 894 contracts with 160 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Marion County.
Questions about Marion County
How do I become an approved vendor for Marion County?
Marion County currently works with 160 vendors across contract types including FOOD_SERVICES, OTHER, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 22 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 Marion County?
Small purchases under TX's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Marion County include Marion County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Marion County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Marion County Contract: Legal Services for Indigent Criminal Defendants, 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 Marion County publish RFPs?
Marion County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TX's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 solicitations from Marion County. The most active RFP sectors are Information Technology, Capital Projects, Administration & Finance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Marion County?
At Marion County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include District Attorney, Police, Elections, and Veterans Services. 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 22 decision-makers at Marion County.
Show 4 more questions
What does Marion County spend the most on?
Based on 72 tracked contracts, Marion County spends most on Information Technology (25), Capital Projects (16), Administration & Finance (12), Public Safety (10), and Grants (9). Contract types include FOOD_SERVICES, OTHER, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Marion County's current vendors?
Marion County currently works with vendors including TEXANS FEEDING TEXANS, ETEDD, FRIENDS OF JEFFERSON ANIMALS, EAST TEXAS COUNCIL ON ALCOHOL & DRUG, COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE, WOMEN'S CENTER OF EAST TEXAS, MIMS AMBULANCE, MC HISTORICAL COMMISSION, CYPRESS VALLEY NAVIGATION, and MARION/CASS SOIL CONSERVATION. These vendors span contract types like FOOD_SERVICES, OTHER, and TRANSPORTATION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Marion County working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, Marion County is actively discussing: Marion County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Marion County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Marion County Contract: Legal Services for Indigent Criminal Defendants, Marion County Contract for Legal Services: Indigent Criminal Defense, and Marion County Commission Meeting: Review of Agenda and Key Discussions. 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 Marion County have?
Marion County currently has 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Information Technology (25), Capital Projects (16), and Administration & Finance (12). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TX's state portal, and other sources.