Silver Bow County bids, RFPs and contracts
MontanaPop. 36,118 · co.silverbow.mt.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 29, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 135
- 18 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Nov 5
- Contracts
- 1,164
- 624 vendors
The 30-second brief
135 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Silver Bow County's meetings, most in information technology and grants. The latest, from Oct 29: The Planning Department scheduled a public hearing on Draft Zoning Ordinance GENAMD-25-000001 to repeal and replace Title 17 of the Butte-Silver Bow Municipal Code, also known as the Zoning Ordinance. A separate agenda item said the Planning Department would recommend approval of the draft and refer it to the Council of Commissioners. Decision state: vote scheduled.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 5. Latest awards: Municipal Parking Services Inc (Oct 2026) and Downey Pump Company & Groundwater Service for downey Pump Receives $400 Demolition-Related Refund ($400.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Silver Bow County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Silver Bow County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Silver Bow County buys from, taken from council records. 1,164 contracts with 624 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Silver Bow County.
Questions about Silver Bow County
How do I become an approved vendor for Silver Bow County?
Silver Bow County currently works with 624 vendors across contract types including OTHER, EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 504 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 Silver Bow County?
Small purchases under MT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Silver Bow County include Silver Bow County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Silver Bow County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Silver Bow County Council Approves Phoenix Grant & Schedules Bid Openings, 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 Silver Bow County publish RFPs?
Silver Bow County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 12 solicitations from Silver Bow 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 Silver Bow County?
At Silver Bow County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include ADA Advisory Committee, Human Resources, Butte-Silver Bow Fair Board, Historic Preservation Commission, and Clerk & Recorder's Office. 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 504 decision-makers at Silver Bow County.
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What does Silver Bow County spend the most on?
Based on 2,583 tracked contracts, Silver Bow County spends most on Capital Projects (1,381), Public Works (462), Grants (356), Environmental Services (196), and Recreation & Community Services (188). Contract types include OTHER, EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Silver Bow County's current vendors?
Silver Bow County currently works with vendors including MUNICIPAL PARKING SERVICES INC, DOWNEY PUMP COMPANY & GROUNDWATER SERVICE, HARRINGTON DEVELOPMENT, AQUA-AEROBIC SYSTEMS INC, TRANPAK LLC, CORE & MAIN, LABORERS' INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA, LOCAL NO. 1686, NORTHWEST PIPE FITTINGS, IDENTISYS, and DSG SUPPLY. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Silver Bow County working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, Silver Bow County is actively discussing: Silver Bow County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Silver Bow County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Silver Bow County Council Approves Phoenix Grant & Schedules Bid Openings, Butte-Silver Bow Study Commission Reviews Charter, Fire Services, & More, and Butte-Silver Bow Commissioners Meeting Summary: Projects, Bids, & Budgets. 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 Silver Bow County have?
Silver Bow County currently has 12 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,381), Public Works (462), and Grants (356). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MT's state portal, and other sources.