Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department bids, RFPs and contracts
Shepherd, Montanashepherdfire.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 2, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 8
- 8 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 30
- 26 vendors
The 30-second brief
8 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department's meetings, most in grants and communications. The latest, from Nov 2: Public Works placed a Montana Department of Agriculture Special County Grant 2027 item on the consent agenda for forestry mastication in Two Moon Park. The agenda shows the grant item was scheduled for November 2, 2026 and does not record a decision in this document. The source does not state the grant amount. Decision state: vote scheduled.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.
Latest awards: SLETTEN for sletten Courthouse Renovation Amendment Scheduled (Nov 2026) and Zoula Services LLC ($46,276.00, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department buys from, taken from council records. 30 contracts with 26 vendors.
Questions about Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department
How do I become an approved vendor for Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department?
Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department currently works with 26 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department?
Small purchases under MT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (7), Grants (6), and Public Safety (5), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department publish RFPs?
Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MT's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department?
At Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department, purchasing decisions are overseen by the fire chief and board of commissioners, with key roles in operations, apparatus, and administration. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department spend the most on?
Based on 24 tracked contracts, Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department spends most on Capital Projects (7), Grants (6), Public Safety (5), Communications (3), and Information Technology (3). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department's current vendors?
Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department currently works with vendors including SLETTEN, ZOULA SERVICES LLC, BILLINGS CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY, GUARDIAN RFID, ZOULA SERVICES, GUARDIAN, SLETTEN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, and SILVER CITY. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.