Nevada County bids, RFPs and contracts
Nevada City, CaliforniaPop. 101,911 · nevadacountyca.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 168
- 19 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 30
- Contracts
- 3,096
- 1,019 vendors
The 30-second brief
168 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Nevada County's meetings, most in capital projects and environmental services. The latest, from Oct 20: The board scheduled amendments that raised several behavioral health contracts for Latino Outreach Services, Wellness Program Services, and outpatient and MAT services. The items increased contract ceilings with the Nevada County Superintendent of Schools, Tahoe Truckee Unified School District, and Recover Medical Group P.C., including a new youth-focused substance use disorder counselor. One amendment also triggered a FY 2026/27 budget change.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Health.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 30. Latest awards: GVPD for GVPD Program Contract Scheduled for Discussion (Oct 2026) and Common Purpose Recovery Housing for recovery Housing Contract Scheduled for Discussion (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Nevada County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Nevada County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Nevada County buys from, taken from council records. 3,096 contracts with 1,019 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Nevada County.
Questions about Nevada County
How do I become an approved vendor for Nevada County?
Nevada County currently works with 1,019 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 155 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 Nevada County?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Nevada County include Nevada County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Nevada County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Nevada 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 Nevada County publish RFPs?
Nevada County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 42 solicitations from Nevada County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Health. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Nevada County?
At Nevada County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Treasurer, Public Defender, Probation, Local Agency Formation Commission, and Library. 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 155 decision-makers at Nevada County.
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What does Nevada County spend the most on?
Based on 1,668 tracked contracts, Nevada County spends most on Capital Projects (760), Grants (434), Public Health (190), Environmental Services (151), and Professional Services (133). Contract types include OTHER, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Nevada County's current vendors?
Nevada County currently works with vendors including GVPD, COMMON PURPOSE RECOVERY HOUSING, CF MERCED BEHAVIORAL LLC DBA MERCED BEHAVIORAL CENTER, VULCAN MATERIALS COMPANY, CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH ADMINISTRATORS, MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS, FREED CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING, VIKING CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, KEENAN & ASSOCIATES, and NAMI NEVADA COUNTY. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Nevada County working on?
Based on 18 tracked meetings, Nevada County is actively discussing: Nevada County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Nevada County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Nevada County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Nevada County Board of Supervisors Meeting Summary: Key Decisions & Opportunities, and Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission 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 Nevada County have?
Nevada County currently has 42 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (760), Grants (434), and Public Health (190). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.