Phelps County bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 16
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,609
- 541 vendors
The 30-second brief
16 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Phelps County's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Oct 20: At its October 20, 2026 meeting, the board approved moving forward with the bridge replacement project on 727 Road between L and K Roads and buying the culvert and product from Ace/Eaton Metals. The stated cost for the culvert and product was $52,286.79. This is a decided materials purchase tied to a bridge project, so the useful follow-on angle is installation, delivery timing, and any additional culvert-related needs.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: MICROSOFT for phelps County Considers Microsoft Increase (Oct 2026) and Contryman Associates for phelps County Plans Three-Year Audit Contract (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Phelps County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Phelps County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Phelps County buys from, taken from council records. 1,609 contracts with 541 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Phelps County.
Questions about Phelps County
How do I become an approved vendor for Phelps County?
Phelps County currently works with 541 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 27 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 Phelps County?
Small purchases under NE's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Phelps County include Phelps County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Phelps County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Phelps 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 Phelps County publish RFPs?
Phelps County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NE's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Phelps 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 Phelps County?
At Phelps County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Human Services, Emergency Management, Highway, Veterans Services, and Public Works. 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 27 decision-makers at Phelps County.
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What does Phelps County spend the most on?
Based on 181 tracked contracts, Phelps County spends most on Capital Projects (97), Public Works (34), Grants (28), Information Technology (11), and Professional Services (11). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Phelps County's current vendors?
Phelps County currently works with vendors including MICROSOFT, CONTRYMAN ASSOCIATES, NEBRASKA ASSOCIATION CO OFFICIALS, ACE/EATON METALS, NEBRASKA MACHINERY COMPANY, VERIZON BUSINESS, PAULSEN INC, ADAMS COUNTY JUSTICE CENTER, OVERTON SAND & GRAVEL COMPANY, and GALLS LLC. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, 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 Phelps County working on?
Based on 16 tracked meetings, Phelps County is actively discussing: Phelps County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Phelps County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Phelps County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Phelps County Commissioners Meeting: Payroll, Hiring & Planning Updates, and Phelps County Board Meeting: Vendor Claims, Grant MOU, Resignation. 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 Phelps County have?
Phelps County currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (97), Public Works (34), and Grants (28). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NE's state portal, and other sources.