Shelby County bids, RFPs and contracts
KentuckyPop. 51,243 · shelbycounty.ky.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 15, 2026
- 49 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 37
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 11,028
- 1,967 vendors
The 30-second brief
37 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Shelby County's meetings, most in public safety and transportation. The latest, from Sep 15: County to Resurface Roads Under State Program.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Safety and Public Works.
Latest awards: Boot Depot for road Fund Approves Boot Depot Payment ($340.00, Sep 2026) and Klein, Willis for fiscal Court Approves Willis Klein Payment ($6,785.00, Sep 2026).
37 pre-RFPs tracked at Shelby County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Shelby County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Shelby County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Shelby County buys from, taken from council records. 11,028 contracts with 1,967 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Shelby County.
Questions about Shelby County
How do I become an approved vendor for Shelby County?
Shelby County currently works with 1,967 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 52 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 Shelby County?
Small purchases under KY's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Shelby County include Shelby County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Shelby County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Shelby 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 Shelby County publish RFPs?
Shelby County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KY's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from Shelby County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Safety, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Shelby County?
At Shelby County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Streets & Roads, Public Works, Coroner, and Finance. 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 52 decision-makers at Shelby County.
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What does Shelby County spend the most on?
Based on 836 tracked contracts, Shelby County spends most on Capital Projects (431), Public Safety (155), Public Works (92), Grants (80), and Equipment (78). Contract types include SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Shelby County's current vendors?
Shelby County currently works with vendors including BOOT DEPOT, KLEIN, WILLIS, OPENGOV INC, COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY, TRANSPORTATION CABINET, DEPARTMENT OF RURAL & MUNICIPAL AID, SUPERB IPC LLC, WT’S ELECTRIC CITY, INCEPTIONS CUSTOM CONCRETE & CONSTRUCTION LLC, CHURCHILL MCGEE LLC, MAVERICK O2 & RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT LLC, and TODD’S PLACE EXPRESS LLC. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Shelby County working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, Shelby County is actively discussing: Shelby County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Shelby County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Shelby County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Shelby County Fiscal Court Meeting: Revenue Bonds & Contract Discussion, and Shelby County Fiscal Court Meeting: Budget, Personnel, & Industrial Bonds. 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 Shelby County have?
Shelby County currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (431), Public Safety (155), and Public Works (92). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KY's state portal, and other sources.