Meade County bids, RFPs and contracts
South DakotaPop. 30,711 · meadecounty.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 259
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 27
- Contracts
- 15,620
- 3,738 vendors
The 30-second brief
259 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Meade County's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 28: Establishment of an official county safety program and safety committee, alongside potential employee safety/active threat training.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: WELLMARK for meade County Considers 2027 Wellmark Benefit Premiums (Oct 2026) and Faith Independent for faith Independent to Publish Ambulance District Notices (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Meade County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Meade County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Meade County buys from, taken from council records. 15,620 contracts with 3,738 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Meade County.
Questions about Meade County
How do I become an approved vendor for Meade County?
Meade County currently works with 3,738 vendors across contract types including INSURANCE, OTHER, SUPPLIES, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 25 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 Meade County?
Small purchases under SD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Meade County include Meade County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Meade County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Meade 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 Meade County publish RFPs?
Meade County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 27 solicitations from Meade 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 Meade County?
At Meade County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Board of Commissioners, Facilities / IT, Meade County Auditor / Finance and Budget Office, Auditor, and District Court. 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 25 decision-makers at Meade County.
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What does Meade County spend the most on?
Based on 8,495 tracked contracts, Meade County spends most on Capital Projects (5,354), Public Works (1,467), Grants (612), Public Safety (546), and Transportation (516). Contract types include INSURANCE, OTHER, SUPPLIES, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Meade County's current vendors?
Meade County currently works with vendors including WELLMARK, FAITH INDEPENDENT, CROWN OIL, SD DOT, EQUITABLE, CBH, AFLAC, SDML WC FUND, MOYLE PETROLEUM, and NELSON LAW. These vendors span contract types like INSURANCE, OTHER, SUPPLIES, and LEGAL. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Meade County working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, Meade County is actively discussing: Meade County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Meade County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Meade County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Meade County Commission Meeting: Budget, Contracts, Appointments, and Meade County Commission Meeting: Infrastructure, Finance & Planning Dec 9. 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 Meade County have?
Meade County currently has 27 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (5,354), Public Works (1,467), and Grants (612). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, SD's state portal, and other sources.