Union County bids, RFPs and contracts
KentuckyPop. 12,839 · unioncountyky.org- Latest pre-RFP
- May 12, 2026
- 6 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 3
- Open bids
- 2
- Next due Nov 10
- Contracts
- 1,083
- 677 vendors
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3 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Union County's meetings, most in administration & finance and public works. The latest, from May 12: County Budget Finalization Window for FY27.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Infrastructure & Maintenance.
2 open RFPs, the next due Nov 10. Latest awards: Compass Minerals for compass Minerals Road Salt Bid Under Review for 2026/2027 ($133.95 per ton for 500 tons (Delivered), May 2026) and Union County Board of Education for funds Approved for Non-Public Student Transportation (Apr 2026).
3 pre-RFPs tracked at Union County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Union County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Union County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Union County buys from, taken from council records. 1,083 contracts with 677 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Union County.
Questions about Union County
How do I become an approved vendor for Union County?
Union County currently works with 677 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, TRANSPORTATION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 70 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 Union County?
Small purchases under KY's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Union County include Union County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Union County Public Schools Board Meeting: Approvals, Google & Construction, and Union County Schools Board Meeting Summary, 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 Union County publish RFPs?
Union County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KY's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 solicitations from Union County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Infrastructure & Maintenance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Union County?
At Union County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Assessor, Police, County Attorney, Coroner, and Circuit Court Clerk. 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 70 decision-makers at Union County.
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What does Union County spend the most on?
Based on 884 tracked contracts, Union County spends most on Capital Projects (559), Public Works (146), Infrastructure & Maintenance (75), Grants (53), and Transportation (51). Contract types include SUPPLIES, TRANSPORTATION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Union County's current vendors?
Union County currently works with vendors including COMPASS MINERALS, UNION COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION, MORRIS & DICKSON COMPANY LLC, LOUISIANA WHOLESALE DRUG COMPANY INC, NORTH CAROLINA MUTUAL WHOLESALE DRUG COMPANY INC, AMERICAN ASSOCIATED PHARMACIES, UNITED NATURAL FOODS INC, KEULER, KELLY HUTCHINS, & BLANKENSHIP, and ASSOCIATED PHARMACIES INC. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, TRANSPORTATION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and LEGAL. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Union County working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, Union County is actively discussing: Union County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Union County Public Schools Board Meeting: Approvals, Google & Construction, Union County Schools Board Meeting Summary, City of Union Regular Commission Meeting Summary 2025, and Union Commission Meeting Highlights: Zoning, Finance, and Public Works. 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 Union County have?
Union County currently has 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (559), Public Works (146), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (75). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KY's state portal, and other sources.