Washoe County bids, RFPs and contracts
Reno, NevadaPop. 509,386 · washoecounty.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 449
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 5
- Contracts
- 4,777
- 2,029 vendors
The 30-second brief
449 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Washoe County's meetings, most in information technology and library. The latest, from Oct 28: County Planning AI Wildfire Detection Camera Procurement.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 5. Latest awards: Foster & Foster for foster & Foster Supports OPEB Actuarial Valuations (Oct 2026) and Nevada Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Public & Behavioral Health for tobacco Prevention Subaward Recommended for Approval ($264,580.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Washoe County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Washoe County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Washoe County buys from, taken from council records. 4,777 contracts with 2,029 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Washoe County.
Questions about Washoe County
How do I become an approved vendor for Washoe County?
Washoe County currently works with 2,029 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, OTHER, TRANSPORTATION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 137 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 Washoe County?
Small purchases under NV's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Washoe County include Washoe County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Washoe County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Washoe 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 Washoe County publish RFPs?
Washoe County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NV's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 192 solicitations from Washoe County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Washoe County?
At Washoe County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Human Resources, Northern Nevada Public Health — Community and Clinical Health Services, Office of the County Manager, Washoe County Human Services Agency, Senior Services Division, and Washoe County Human Services Agency, Adult and Senior Services. 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 137 decision-makers at Washoe County.
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What does Washoe County spend the most on?
Based on 3,811 tracked contracts, Washoe County spends most on Capital Projects (1,813), Grants (845), Public Safety (440), Environmental Services (373), and Recreation & Community Services (340). Contract types include CONSULTING, OTHER, TRANSPORTATION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Washoe County's current vendors?
Washoe County currently works with vendors including FOSTER & FOSTER, NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES, DIVISION OF PUBLIC & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, REMSA HEALTH, PAYDEN & RYGEL, CPS HR CONSULTANTS, STATE OF NEVADA, NEVADA HEALTH AUTHORITY, ALLIANCE BERNSTEIN, STATE OF NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES, DIVISION OF PUBLIC & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, EMERGENT GLOBAL SOLUTIONS INC, and JOB'S PEAK ADVISORS. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, OTHER, TRANSPORTATION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Washoe County working on?
Based on 29 tracked meetings, Washoe County is actively discussing: Washoe County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Washoe County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Washoe County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), NNPH Board Meeting: Subawards Approved, Regulations Reviewed, and More, and TMFPD Board Meeting: Grant Approval, Funding Policy, and Financials. 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 Washoe County have?
Washoe County currently has 192 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,813), Grants (845), and Public Safety (440). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NV's state portal, and other sources.