Monterey County bids, RFPs and contracts
Salinas, CaliforniaPop. 433,729 · countyofmonterey.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 429
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 43
- Contracts
- 10,383
- 3,033 vendors
The 30-second brief
429 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Monterey County's meetings, most in capital projects and professional services. The latest, from Oct 27: Monterey County Restaurant and Site Demolition Review.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Betterup Coaching for health Department Reports BetterUp Coaching Participation (Oct 2026) and LEADX for health Department Reports 157 LeadX Platform Licenses (157 licenses, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Monterey County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Monterey County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Monterey County buys from, taken from council records. 10,383 contracts with 3,033 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Monterey County.
Questions about Monterey County
How do I become an approved vendor for Monterey County?
Monterey County currently works with 3,033 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, LICENSE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 57 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 Monterey County?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Monterey County include Monterey County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Monterey County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Monterey County's Veteran Hiring Preference Policy Update & Implications, 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 Monterey County publish RFPs?
Monterey County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 43 solicitations from Monterey 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 Monterey County?
At Monterey County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Monterey County Sheriff's Office, Human Resources Department, Housing and Community Development — Planning Services, Monterey County Water Resources Agency, and Housing and Community Development (HCD), Building Services. 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 57 decision-makers at Monterey County.
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What does Monterey County spend the most on?
Based on 7,362 tracked contracts, Monterey County spends most on Capital Projects (4,476), Grants (924), Environmental Services (687), Professional Services (678), and Public Works (597). Contract types include CONSULTING, LICENSE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Monterey County's current vendors?
Monterey County currently works with vendors including BETTERUP COACHING, LEADX, AD CLUB, GHR HEALTHCARE LLC, CALIFORNIA EMPLOYERS ASSOCIATION (CEA), DOPAMINE THERAPEUTICS INC, CITY OF SOLEDAD, STEP UP ON SECOND STREET INC, and SMITH, ALAN. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, LICENSE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Monterey County working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, Monterey County is actively discussing: Monterey County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Monterey County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Monterey County's Veteran Hiring Preference Policy Update & Implications, Monterey County ALUC Meeting: Office Conversion & ALUCP Updates, and Monterey County Capital Improvement Committee 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 Monterey County have?
Monterey County currently has 43 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (4,476), Grants (924), and Environmental Services (687). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.