Vanderburgh County bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 29, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 57
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 167
- 143 vendors
The 30-second brief
57 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Vanderburgh County's meetings, most in parks & recreation and utilities. The latest, from Oct 29: The City of Evansville City Engineering requested permission to advertise Project #26-022, ADA Sidewalk Improvements. The advertisement was set to run on October 30, 2026 and November 6, 2026. No contractor was named and no award was recorded in this agenda. The item was scheduled for Board of Public Works consideration on October 29, 2026.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Transportation and Public Works.
Latest awards: Ice Miller for evansville Shifts Lobbying Services From Ice Miller (Oct 2026) and Rheinlander Construction for evansville Seeks Door Replacement Agreement With Rheinlander ($3,900.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Vanderburgh County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Vanderburgh County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Vanderburgh County buys from, taken from council records. 167 contracts with 143 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Vanderburgh County.
Questions about Vanderburgh County
How do I become an approved vendor for Vanderburgh County?
Vanderburgh County currently works with 143 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 442 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 Vanderburgh County?
Small purchases under IN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Vanderburgh County include Vanderburgh County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Vanderburgh County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Evansville Area 2045 Transportation Plan: Priorities, Growth & Opportunities, 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 Vanderburgh County publish RFPs?
Vanderburgh County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Vanderburgh County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Transportation, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Vanderburgh County?
At Vanderburgh County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Building & Inspections, District Court, Adult Probation, Community Development, and Elections. 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 442 decision-makers at Vanderburgh County.
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What does Vanderburgh County spend the most on?
Based on 285 tracked contracts, Vanderburgh County spends most on Capital Projects (137), Transportation (57), Public Works (37), Grants (29), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (25). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Vanderburgh County's current vendors?
Vanderburgh County currently works with vendors including ICE MILLER, RHEINLANDER CONSTRUCTION, EQUITY HOMES CONSTRUCTION LLC, E & B PAVING LLC, TAFT ADVISORS LLC, DCCM USA CORP, ACE CONSTRUCTION INC, and CENTERPOINT. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Vanderburgh County working on?
Based on 5 tracked meetings, Vanderburgh County is actively discussing: Vanderburgh County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Vanderburgh County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Evansville Area 2045 Transportation Plan: Priorities, Growth & Opportunities, Evansville MPO TIP Amendments: Business Opportunities & Infrastructure, and Evansville MPO Seeks Proposals for SR 66/Diamond Ave Corridor Analysis. 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 Vanderburgh County have?
Vanderburgh County currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (137), Transportation (57), and Public Works (37). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IN's state portal, and other sources.