Seward County bids, RFPs and contracts
KansasPop. 21,073 · sewardcountyks.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 5, 2026
- 24 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 52
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 17
- Contracts
- 9,724
- 1,489 vendors
The 30-second brief
52 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Seward County's meetings, most in grants and public safety. The latest, from Oct 5: At its October 5, 2026 meeting, the commission reviewed revised just compensation for KDOT Project No. 88 C-5324-01 on Road I (Satanta Cut Off Road). The county had already approved the easement acquisition on June 15, 2026 and is now updating offers for permanent right-of-way, temporary construction easements, and fencing. The revised total compensation is $28,701.59, with a let date still being worked toward this month. The key follow-up is final right-of-way acquisition before the road project bids.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Equipment.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 17. Latest awards: Southern Computer Warehouse for seward County Approves Landfill Camera System Purchase ($7,863.86 and $4,277.83 (total $12,141.69), Oct 2026) and B&h Photo for seward County Approves JCAPS Surveillance System Purchase ($4,431.57, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Seward County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Seward County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Seward County buys from, taken from council records. 9,724 contracts with 1,489 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Seward County.
Questions about Seward County
How do I become an approved vendor for Seward County?
Seward County currently works with 1,489 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 65 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 Seward County?
Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Seward County include Seward County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Seward County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Seward 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 Seward County publish RFPs?
Seward County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 62 solicitations from Seward County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Equipment. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Seward County?
At Seward County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Seward County Council on Aging, Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging, Streets & Roads, Human Resources, and Elections. 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 65 decision-makers at Seward County.
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What does Seward County spend the most on?
Based on 1,053 tracked contracts, Seward County spends most on Capital Projects (521), Grants (148), Equipment (144), Information Technology (120), and Public Safety (120). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Seward County's current vendors?
Seward County currently works with vendors including SOUTHERN COMPUTER WAREHOUSE, B&H PHOTO, ORR NISSAN, ARKALON ETHANOL LLC, LEWIS AUTOMOTIVE, HAY, RICE & ASSOCIATES, and MCGOWNE LAW OFFICES PA. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LEGAL. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Seward County working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, Seward County is actively discussing: Seward County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Seward County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Seward County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Seward County Approves Property Sale & Terminates MOU with Liberal, KS. 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 Seward County have?
Seward County currently has 62 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (521), Grants (148), and Equipment (144). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KS's state portal, and other sources.