Richland County bids, RFPs and contracts
North DakotaPop. 16,731 · co.richland.nd.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 29, 2026
- 35 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 23
- Bids and RFPs
- 20
- Contracts
- 443
- 234 vendors
The 30-second brief
23 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Richland County's meetings, most in public safety and public health. The latest, from Sep 29: At its September 29, 2026 special session, the board discussed Health Department staffing and budget needs. Kayla Carlson asked to advertise for two RN positions and one Public Health Coordinator position, and said all three are 85% grant funded. The commission also directed the Health Director to keep 2027 General Fund transfers at a maximum of $300,000. This is a live staffing and funding signal for public health operations.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Wilkin County Agricultural Society (Oct 2026) and Richland/wilkin Food Pantry for county Approves Funding Agreement With Food Pantry (Sep 2026).
23 pre-RFPs tracked at Richland County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Richland County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Richland County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Richland County buys from, taken from council records. 443 contracts with 234 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Richland County.
Questions about Richland County
How do I become an approved vendor for Richland County?
Richland County currently works with 234 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 99 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 Richland County?
Small purchases under ND's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Richland County include Richland County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Richland County Meeting: Broadband, Paving Schedule, Health Department FTE, and Richland County Commissioners Meeting: Demolition & Highway Focus, 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 Richland County publish RFPs?
Richland County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ND's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 20 solicitations from Richland 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 Richland County?
At Richland County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Police, Garborg, Fairmount, Devillo, and Danton. 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 99 decision-makers at Richland County.
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What does Richland County spend the most on?
Based on 474 tracked contracts, Richland County spends most on Capital Projects (192), Public Works (100), Grants (70), Public Safety (57), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (55). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Richland County's current vendors?
Richland County currently works with vendors including WILKIN COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY, RICHLAND/WILKIN FOOD PANTRY, RICHLAND WILKIN JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY, RWJPA, RICHLAND/WILKIN FOOD PANTY, CITY OF HANKINSON, CASS COUNTY, BRECKENRIDGE LEGACY DEVELOPMENT LLC, and REALTOR CONTRACT - HANKINSON PROPERTIES. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Richland County working on?
Based on 13 tracked meetings, Richland County is actively discussing: Richland County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Richland County Meeting: Broadband, Paving Schedule, Health Department FTE, Richland County Commissioners Meeting: Demolition & Highway Focus, Richland County Commissioners Meeting: Infrastructure & Housing Initiatives, and Richland County Commissioners Meeting Summary: Bridge, Roads, and Budget. 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 Richland County have?
Richland County currently has 20 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (192), Public Works (100), and Grants (70). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ND's state portal, and other sources.