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Strafford County bids, RFPs and contracts

Strafford County logoDover, New Hampshire
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 29, 2026
5 days ago
Pre-RFPs
104
9 in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
6
None open now
Contracts
667
342 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

104 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Strafford County's meetings, most in public health and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 29: County Awaiting Energy Audit Results for Facility Improvements.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and County Taxes.

How they buy

Latest awards: City of Rochester for strafford County Plans Ballistic Shield Agreement ($14,808, Oct 2026) and Massachusetts General Hospital (Oct 2026).

104 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 29

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Strafford County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations Strafford County has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who Strafford County buys from, taken from council records. 667 contracts with 342 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Strafford County.

Questions about Strafford County

How do I become an approved vendor for Strafford County?

Strafford County currently works with 342 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 50 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 Strafford County?

Small purchases under NH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Strafford County include Strafford County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Strafford County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Strafford County Commissioners Meeting: TAN Bid Award and Boiler Replacement, 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 Strafford County publish RFPs?

Strafford County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 6 solicitations from Strafford County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, County Taxes. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Strafford County?

At Strafford County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Human Resources, Dietary, Police, Department of Corrections, and Planning. 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 50 decision-makers at Strafford County.

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What does Strafford County spend the most on?

Based on 1,400 tracked contracts, Strafford County spends most on Capital Projects (910), Grants (204), County Taxes (98), Public Safety (94), and Recreation & Community Services (94). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Strafford County's current vendors?

Strafford County currently works with vendors including CITY OF ROCHESTER, MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL, WARRENSTREET ARCHITECTS, HUTTER CONSTRUCTION, SIEMENS, and CITY OF DOVER. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is Strafford County working on?

Based on 27 tracked meetings, Strafford County is actively discussing: Strafford County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Strafford County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Strafford County Commissioners Meeting: TAN Bid Award and Boiler Replacement, Strafford County Commissioners Meeting: Financials, Bids, and Preservation, and Strafford County Commissioners Meeting: CDBG Grant, Housing, Legal Counsel. 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 Strafford County have?

Strafford County currently has 6 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (910), Grants (204), and County Taxes (98). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NH's state portal, and other sources.

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