Washington County bids, RFPs and contracts
NebraskaPop. 21,302 · washingtoncountyne.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 20 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 62
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 7,620
- 1,877 vendors
The 30-second brief
62 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Washington County's meetings, most in insurance and communications. The latest, from Oct 13: The county jail's October 13, 2026 preapproval report included boarding contracts with the State of Nebraska, Department of Correctional Services for $3,332.44 and multiple inmate medical providers. This is ongoing contracted service, not a new award. It matters for vendors watching detention services, medical support, and jail operations follow-on work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Brakkan Trucking Inc for county Approves Brakkan Trucking Services ($6,113.95, Oct 2026) and Total Fire & Security Inc for county Approves Total Fire Security Inspection ($891.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Washington County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Washington County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Washington County buys from, taken from council records. 7,620 contracts with 1,877 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Washington County.
Questions about Washington County
How do I become an approved vendor for Washington County?
Washington County currently works with 1,877 vendors across contract types including TRANSPORTATION, MAINTENANCE, INSURANCE, SUPPLIES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 30 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 Washington County?
Small purchases under NE's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Washington County include Washington County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Washington County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Washington 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 Washington County publish RFPs?
Washington County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NE's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Washington County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Washington County?
At Washington County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Treasurer, Community Development, Public Works, 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 30 decision-makers at Washington County.
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What does Washington County spend the most on?
Based on 645 tracked contracts, Washington County spends most on Capital Projects (308), Public Works (95), Information Technology (84), Public Safety (83), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (75). Contract types include TRANSPORTATION, MAINTENANCE, INSURANCE, SUPPLIES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Washington County's current vendors?
Washington County currently works with vendors including BRAKKAN TRUCKING INC, TOTAL FIRE & SECURITY INC, HM INSURANCE, SAPP BROS INC, ALL COPY PRODUCTS INC, HOMETOWN LEASING, EAKES OFFICE SOLUTIONS, BOWMAN CONSULTING GROUP, WROKLIFEMATTERS, and PHILLIPS 66 - CONOCO - 76. These vendors span contract types like TRANSPORTATION, MAINTENANCE, INSURANCE, SUPPLIES, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Washington County working on?
Based on 17 tracked meetings, Washington County is actively discussing: Washington County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Washington County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Washington County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), KD Wilde Event Center Approved: Venue Highlights, Traffic, Community Impact, and Washington Co. Board Approvals: Road Maint., Med. Services & Tech Updates. 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 Washington County have?
Washington County currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (308), Public Works (95), and Information Technology (84). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NE's state portal, and other sources.