Ravalli County bids, RFPs and contracts
Hamilton, MontanaPop. 48,582 · ravalli.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 20 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 52
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 37
- Contracts
- 3,801
- 2,250 vendors
The 30-second brief
52 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Ravalli County's meetings, most in grants and parks & recreation. The latest, from Oct 14: MDT announced a proposed guardrail improvement project on half a mile of US Highway 93 north of Sula and 1 mile of Skalkaho Highway southwest of Phillipsburg. The work includes upgrading and installing guardrail, upgrading signage, and completing delineation improvements to improve safety in curves. Construction was tentatively planned for 2030, depending on design completion and available funds. The release invited public comments on project UPN 10713000.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: GRANICUS for granicus Renewal and Video Upgrade Proposal Scheduled (Sep 2026) and MELOCHE for airport Hangar Lease Name Change Set for Review (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Ravalli County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Ravalli County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Ravalli County buys from, taken from council records. 3,801 contracts with 2,250 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Ravalli County.
Questions about Ravalli County
How do I become an approved vendor for Ravalli County?
Ravalli County currently works with 2,250 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 48 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 Ravalli County?
Small purchases under MT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Ravalli County include Ravalli County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ravalli County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Ravalli 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 Ravalli County publish RFPs?
Ravalli County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 37 solicitations from Ravalli 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 Ravalli County?
At Ravalli County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Office of Emergency Management (OEM), Ravalli County Public Health Department, Assessor, and Information Technology. 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 48 decision-makers at Ravalli County.
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What does Ravalli County spend the most on?
Based on 14,948 tracked contracts, Ravalli County spends most on Capital Projects (9,222), Public Works (2,144), Grants (1,948), Environmental Services (1,126), and Recreation & Community Services (508). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, OTHER, 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 Ravalli County's current vendors?
Ravalli County currently works with vendors including GRANICUS, MELOCHE, CHESEBRO RANCH LLC, BITTER ROOT LAND TRUST, FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY OF MONTANA LLC, COUNTY OF RAVALLI, HDR, HRC, and DJ’S ELECTRIC. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, OTHER, 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 Ravalli County working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, Ravalli County is actively discussing: Ravalli County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ravalli County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Ravalli County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Lolo NF Approves Tyler's Kitchen Fuels Reduction & Forest Health Project, and Ravalli County Commissioners Meeting Summary: Contracts, Fair, Infrastructure. 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 Ravalli County have?
Ravalli County currently has 37 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (9,222), Public Works (2,144), and Grants (1,948). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MT's state portal, and other sources.