Monroe County bids, RFPs and contracts
Key West, FloridaPop. 80,406 · monroecounty-fl.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 128
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 178
- Contracts
- 6,009
- 2,588 vendors
The 30-second brief
128 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Monroe County's meetings, most in capital projects and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 21: The airport scheduled ratification of a Florida Department of Transportation grant for the Florida Keys Marathon International Airport Access Control System project. The $800,000 grant covers design, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning of an access control and CCTV system for the terminal building. The grant was already executed, so the near-term sales angle is delivery and implementation work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Florida Keys Council of the Arts (Fkca) for county Amends Florida Keys Arts Agreement (Oct 2026) and State of Florida, Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Waste Management for monroe County Approves $93,750 Solid Waste Grant ($93,750.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Monroe County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Monroe County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Monroe County buys from, taken from council records. 6,009 contracts with 2,588 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Monroe County.
Questions about Monroe County
How do I become an approved vendor for Monroe County?
Monroe County currently works with 2,588 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 314 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 Monroe County?
Small purchases under FL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Monroe County include Monroe County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Monroe County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Monroe County Commissioners Meeting: Approvals, Contracts, Infrastructure, 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 Monroe County publish RFPs?
Monroe County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and FL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 178 solicitations from Monroe County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Monroe County?
At Monroe County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Planning, Facilities Management, Streets & Roads, Fire, and Coroner. 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 314 decision-makers at Monroe County.
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What does Monroe County spend the most on?
Based on 8,056 tracked contracts, Monroe County spends most on Capital Projects (4,796), Grants (1,074), Public Works (1,042), Environmental Services (778), and Miscellaneous Expenses (366). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Monroe County's current vendors?
Monroe County currently works with vendors including FLORIDA KEYS COUNCIL OF THE ARTS (FKCA), STATE OF FLORIDA, DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, DIVISION OF WASTE MANAGEMENT, CURRY, EDWARD E., BENNETT FIRE PRODUCTS COMPANY INC, FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA), I.CARE CORPORATION, GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER INC, RACE WORLD OFFSHORE LLC, BRIGHTLY SOFTWARE INCORPORATED, and KEYS ENERGY SERVICES. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, 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 Monroe County working on?
Based on 14 tracked meetings, Monroe County is actively discussing: Monroe County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Monroe County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Monroe County Commissioners Meeting: Approvals, Contracts, Infrastructure, Monroe County Commissioners Meeting: Approvals, Grants, Policy Updates, and Emergency Higgs Beach Ordinance Amended for Key West Boat Races. 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 Monroe County have?
Monroe County currently has 178 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (4,796), Grants (1,074), and Public Works (1,042). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, FL's state portal, and other sources.