Mason County bids, RFPs and contracts
KentuckyPop. 16,936 · masoncountykentucky.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 11
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 630
- 373 vendors
The 30-second brief
11 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Mason County's meetings, most in capital projects and public safety. The latest, from Oct 13: The fiscal court scheduled Resolution 26-19 to approve the purchase and lease financing for 2 Ford F150 pickup trucks for the Mason County Sheriff's Office. The item was on the October 13, 2026 agenda, so the decision was still pending that vote. This is a clear vehicle replacement and financing signal for fleet vendors and leasing providers.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.
Latest awards: FORD for fiscal Court to Consider Ford Pickup Truck Financing (Oct 2026) and Crisham LLC for fiscal Court to Consider Crisham Development Agreements (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Mason County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Mason County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Mason County buys from, taken from council records. 630 contracts with 373 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Mason County.
Questions about Mason County
How do I become an approved vendor for Mason County?
Mason County currently works with 373 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, OTHER, LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 16 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 Mason County?
Small purchases under KY's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Mason County include Mason County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Mason County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Mason 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 Mason County publish RFPs?
Mason County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KY's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Mason County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Mason County?
At Mason County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Municipal Court, Building & Inspections, and Clerk of Courts. 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 16 decision-makers at Mason County.
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What does Mason County spend the most on?
Based on 304 tracked contracts, Mason County spends most on Capital Projects (140), Grants (57), Public Safety (41), Environmental Services (33), and Equipment (33). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, OTHER, LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Mason County's current vendors?
Mason County currently works with vendors including FORD, CRISHAM LLC, KEATING, MUETHING & KLEKAMP, PARSONS, JIM, JOHN DEERE, KENTUCKY TRANSPORTATION CABINET, M2X, SPECTRUM, MAYSVILLE-MASON COUNTY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, and DEPARTMENT OF HIGHLAND SECURITY. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, OTHER, LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Mason County working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, Mason County is actively discussing: Mason County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Mason County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Mason County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Mason County Fiscal Court 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 Mason County have?
Mason County currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (140), Grants (57), and Public Safety (41). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KY's state portal, and other sources.