Marquette County bids, RFPs and contracts
Marquette, MichiganPop. 68,064 · co.marquette.mi.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 57
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 33
- Contracts
- 503
- 243 vendors
The 30-second brief
57 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Marquette County's meetings, most in information technology and grants. The latest, from Oct 15: Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) software and mobile client platform integration for county central dispatch and emergency services.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Elan Financial Services for county Pays ELAN Financial Services for Card Charges ($1,698.32, Sep 2026) and Airfield Crack Sealing Contract for airfield Crack Sealing Item Added to Agenda (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Marquette County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Marquette County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Marquette County buys from, taken from council records. 503 contracts with 243 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Marquette County.
Questions about Marquette County
How do I become an approved vendor for Marquette County?
Marquette County currently works with 243 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, UTILITIES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 46 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 Marquette County?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Marquette County include Marquette County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Marquette County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Marquette 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 Marquette County publish RFPs?
Marquette County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 33 solicitations from Marquette County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Marquette County?
At Marquette County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include 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 46 decision-makers at Marquette County.
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What does Marquette County spend the most on?
Based on 872 tracked contracts, Marquette County spends most on Capital Projects (521), Grants (144), Environmental Services (80), Public Works (78), and Administration & Finance (49). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, UTILITIES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Marquette County's current vendors?
Marquette County currently works with vendors including ELAN FINANCIAL SERVICES, AIRFIELD CRACK SEALING CONTRACT, BAHRMAN TRUCKING LEASE AMENDMENT, BAHRMAN TRUCKING, MARQUETTE FENCE COMPANY, K.I. SAWYER WATER DEPARTMENT, ALGER-DELTA CO-OP ELECTRIC, NORTHWOODS AIRLIFELINE, MARQUETTE CHEVY / GMC, and CORRECTIONS COMMUNITY ADVISORY BOARD. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, UTILITIES, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Marquette County working on?
Based on 24 tracked meetings, Marquette County is actively discussing: Marquette County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Marquette County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Marquette County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Mara County Board Meeting: Jail Costs, Radio Upgrades, & Data Centers, and Marquette County Terminates Kubick Aviation Contract: Meeting Summary. 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 Marquette County have?
Marquette County currently has 33 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (521), Grants (144), and Environmental Services (80). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.