Milwaukee County bids, RFPs and contracts
Milwaukee, WisconsinPop. 924,216 · county.milwaukee.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 23, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 274
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 98
- Contracts
- 1,524
- 583 vendors
The 30-second brief
274 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Milwaukee County's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 23: 2027 AAA Senior Nutrition, Catering & Transportation Allocations.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: Metropolitan Life Insurance Company (Metlife) (Oct 2026) and Allied Universal Services (Aus) (Increase contract cap from $3,300,000 to $3,650,000, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Milwaukee County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Milwaukee County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Milwaukee County buys from, taken from council records. 1,524 contracts with 583 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Milwaukee County.
Questions about Milwaukee County
How do I become an approved vendor for Milwaukee County?
Milwaukee County currently works with 583 vendors across contract types including INSURANCE, TRANSPORTATION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 131 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 Milwaukee County?
Small purchases under WI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Milwaukee County include Milwaukee County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Milwaukee County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee County publish RFPs?
Milwaukee County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 98 solicitations from Milwaukee County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Milwaukee County?
At Milwaukee 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 131 decision-makers at Milwaukee County.
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What does Milwaukee County spend the most on?
Based on 2,872 tracked contracts, Milwaukee County spends most on Capital Projects (1,218), Grants (636), Recreation & Community Services (547), Public Services (259), and Professional Services (212). Contract types include INSURANCE, TRANSPORTATION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Milwaukee County's current vendors?
Milwaukee County currently works with vendors including METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY (METLIFE), ALLIED UNIVERSAL SERVICES (AUS), WEBMD HEALTH SERVICES GROUP INC, AMERICAN TRANSMISSION COMPANY (ATC), CITY OF WAUWATOSA, and PAYDAY INC DBA PAYDAY HCM. These vendors span contract types like INSURANCE, TRANSPORTATION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Milwaukee County working on?
Based on 18 tracked meetings, Milwaukee County is actively discussing: Milwaukee County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Milwaukee County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Milwaukee County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Milwaukee County Age-Friendly Committee Meeting: Agenda and Opportunities, and Milwaukee County Finance Committee Reviews 2026 Recommended Budget. 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 Milwaukee County have?
Milwaukee County currently has 98 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,218), Grants (636), and Recreation & Community Services (547). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WI's state portal, and other sources.