Stone County bids, RFPs and contracts
MissouriPop. 32,503 · stonecountymo.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 1, 2026
- 34 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 13
- Bids and RFPs
- 8
- None open now
- Contracts
- 763
- 443 vendors
The 30-second brief
13 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Stone County's meetings, most in public safety and public works. The latest, from Oct 1: At its October 1, 2026 meeting, the commission accepted the recommendation on jail inmate meals, subject to the contract language. Two bids were received from Trinity Food Services and Tiger Correctional Services, and Captain Billy Frisbie recommended staying with the current company, Trinity Food Services, for one cold meal and two hot meals. The roll call vote was unanimous. This is useful incumbent intelligence and may point to contract language or follow-on food service needs.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Safety and Equipment.
Latest awards: Trinity Food Services for stone County Selects Trinity for Jail Inmate Meals (Oct 2026) and Tiger Correctional Services for tiger Correctional Services Not Selected for Jail Meals (Oct 2026).
13 pre-RFPs tracked at Stone County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Stone County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Stone County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Stone County buys from, taken from council records. 763 contracts with 443 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Stone County.
Questions about Stone County
How do I become an approved vendor for Stone County?
Stone County currently works with 443 vendors across contract types including FOOD_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 55 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 Stone County?
Small purchases under MO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Stone County include Stone County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Stone County Commission Meeting Summary: Planning & Financial Decisions, and Stone County Commission Meeting: Bills Paid, Commissary Contract Awarded, 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 Stone County publish RFPs?
Stone County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MO's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 solicitations from Stone County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Safety, Equipment. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Stone County?
At Stone County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Stone County Collector of Revenue, City Council, Tri County Baptist Association, Assessor, and Streets & Roads. 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 55 decision-makers at Stone County.
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What does Stone County spend the most on?
Based on 521 tracked contracts, Stone County spends most on Capital Projects (298), Public Safety (62), Equipment (57), Public Works (55), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (49). Contract types include FOOD_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Stone County's current vendors?
Stone County currently works with vendors including TRINITY FOOD SERVICES, TIGER CORRECTIONAL SERVICES, PLUMLEE CONSTRUCTION, CORPS OF ENGINEERS, SOUTHWEST MISSOURI COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (SMCOG), GREAT RIVER ENGINEERING, KCI, and TABLE ROCK LAKE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. These vendors span contract types like FOOD_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Stone County working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, Stone County is actively discussing: Stone County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Stone County Commission Meeting Summary: Planning & Financial Decisions, Stone County Commission Meeting: Bills Paid, Commissary Contract Awarded, Stone County Commission Approves Bills, Reviews Commissary Bids, and Stone County Commission Meeting: Bills Approved, Zoning Proposals Reviewed. 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 Stone County have?
Stone County currently has 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (298), Public Safety (62), and Equipment (57). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MO's state portal, and other sources.