Sonoma County bids, RFPs and contracts
Santa Rosa, CaliforniaPop. 486,444 · sonomacounty.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 3, 2026
- Today
- Pre-RFPs
- 41
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 8+
- Next due Nov 6
- Contracts
- 7,353
- 2,656 vendors
The 30-second brief
41 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Sonoma County's meetings, most in professional services and grants. The latest, from Nov 3: The Board was scheduled to authorize Sonoma County Water Agency agreements with OneRain Incorporated for flood warning monitoring network maintenance and support through November 2, 2031. A second agreement covered as-needed installation of new flood warning monitoring equipment through the same date, with a not-to-exceed amount of $250,000. Decision state: vote scheduled.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
8+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 6. Latest awards: Healdsburg Futbol Club Association for sonoma County Plans $2,000 Youth Sports Grant ($2,000, Oct 2026) and Los Cien Sonoma County for sonoma County Plans $1,500 Los Cien Grant ($1,500, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Sonoma County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Sonoma County is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Sonoma County buys from, taken from council records. 7,353 contracts with 2,656 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Sonoma County.
Questions about Sonoma County
How do I become an approved vendor for Sonoma County?
Sonoma County currently works with 2,656 vendors across contract types including OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 64 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 Sonoma County?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Sonoma County include Sonoma County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Sonoma County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Sonoma 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 Sonoma County publish RFPs?
Sonoma County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 315 solicitations from Sonoma County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Sonoma County?
At Sonoma County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Sonoma County Department of Health Services, Behavioral Health Division, Sonoma County Sheriff's Office — Detention Division, Coastal Valleys EMS Agency, Sonoma County Department of Health Services, County Executive's Office, and Sonoma County Community Development Commission. 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 64 decision-makers at Sonoma County.
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What does Sonoma County spend the most on?
Based on 1,707 tracked contracts, Sonoma County spends most on Capital Projects (868), Grants (369), Environmental Services (190), Contract Admin (145), and Professional Services (135). Contract types include OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Sonoma County's current vendors?
Sonoma County currently works with vendors including HEALDSBURG FUTBOL CLUB ASSOCIATION, LOS CIEN SONOMA COUNTY, FIRST RESPONDERS RESILIENCY INC, CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE, LISTENING FOR A CHANGE, TROOP 21 - BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA, LANDPATHS, LUTHER BURBANK CENTER FOR THE ARTS, 404 FOUND CODE, and GEYSERVILLE MUNICIPAL ADVISORY COUNCIL. These vendors span contract types like OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Sonoma County working on?
Based on 14 tracked meetings, Sonoma County is actively discussing: Sonoma County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Sonoma County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Sonoma County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Sonoma County Supervisors Closed Session: Employment & Performance, and Sonoma County Board Meeting: Budget, Climate Initiatives, & Appointments. 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 Sonoma County have?
Sonoma County currently has 315 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (868), Grants (369), and Environmental Services (190). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.