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Berrien County, Michigan: bids, projects and agencies

Berrien County
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 27, 2026
City of Buchanan
Agencies
189
School, City, City Department
Pre-RFPs
25
8 in the last 30 days
8 new pre-RFPs in 30 daysOct 27

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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF

What's happening

Most activity in Berrien County is in Utilities, Infrastructure & Maintenance and Capital Projects.

Who's buying

Berrien County, City of Buchanan and City of St. Joseph account for 92% of pre-RFPs.

Where it's heading

Of the projects listed, 17 are contract awards and 4 are contract changes or renewals.

Latest pre-RFPs in Berrien County

Agencies in Berrien County, Michigan

189 agencies tracked

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Town of BuchananCity · Pop. 3,475Town of Lake CharterCity · Pop. 3,348Town of HagarCity · Pop. 3,173Town of WatervlietCity · Pop. 3,126Lake Michigan CollegeHigher Ed · 2,844 studentsTown of ChikamingCity · Pop. 2,752Town of BainbridgeCity · Pop. 2,625Town of BertrandCity · Pop. 2,587Town of New BuffaloCity · Pop. 2,517Town of Three OaksCity · Pop. 2,281Town of PipestoneCity · Pop. 2,127Town of SodusCity · Pop. 1,977Town of WeesawCity · Pop. 1,811Town of GalienCity · Pop. 1,387Stevensville VillageCity · Pop. 1,154St Joseph High SchoolSchool · 933 studentsShoreham VillageCity · Pop. 859Lakeshore High SchoolSchool · 843 studentsNiles Senior High SchoolSchool · 828 studentsUpton Middle SchoolSchool · 690 studentsLakeshore Middle SchoolSchool · 612 studentsRing Lardner Middle SchoolSchool · 510 studentsLincoln SchoolSchool · 423 studentsRoosevelt Elementary SchoolSchool · 412 studentsSylvester Elementary SchoolSchool · 394 studentsStewart Elementary SchoolSchool · 391 studentsHollywood Elementary SchoolSchool · 377 studentsWatervliet Senior High SchoolSchool · 360 studentsMoccasin Elementary SchoolSchool · 354 studentsMars Elementary SchoolSchool · 338 studentsSouth Elementary SchoolSchool · 335 studentsNorth Elementary SchoolSchool · 312 studentsWatervliet Middle SchoolSchool · 309 studentsMerritt Elementary SchoolSchool · 304 studentsRiver Valley Middlehigh SchoolSchool · 265 studentsLybrook Elementary SchoolSchool · 233 studentsOttawa Elementary SchoolSchool · 230 studentsMartin Luther King Jr ElementarySchool · 229 studentsMildred C Wells Preparatory AcademySchool · 227 studentsMildred C. Wells Preparatory AcademySchool · 217 studentsNew Buffalo Elementary SchoolSchool · 211 studentsMichiana VillageCity · Pop. 211River Valley Elementary SchoolSchool · 195 studentsNew Buffalo Senior High SchoolSchool · 172 studentsSodus Township School District 5School · 60 studentsNiles Cedar LaneSchool · 134 studentsNew Buffalo Middle SchoolSchool · 133 studentsLighthouse Education CenterSchool · 128 studentsWAY NilesSchool · 95 studentsWAY Watervliet High SchoolSchool · 90 studentsSodus Township S/D #5School · 65 studentsSouthside Special Educ SchoolSchool · 37 studentsWAY Eau ClaireSchool · 35 studentsNiles Comm Schools Adult EducationSchool · 24 studentsNiles Virtual SchoolSchool · 18 studentsNorthside Child Development CenterSchool · 13 studentsWeesaw Township AmbulanceCity DepartmentWatervliet Police DepartmentCity DepartmentWatervliet District LibraryLibrary DistrictWatervliet Airport BoardSpecial DistrictTwin Cities Area Transportation AuthorityPublic AuthorityThree Oaks Police DepartmentCity DepartmentSt Joseph Employees Retirement SystemCity DepartmentSouthwestern Michigan Community Ambulance ServiceSpecial DistrictSouthwest Michigan Regional Sanitary Sewer and Water AuthoritySpecial DistrictSouthwest Michigan Regional Airport BoardAirport AuthoritySouthwest Michigan Planning CommissionMPOSoutheast Berrien County Landfill AuthoritySpecial DistrictSaint Joseph Police DepartmentCity DepartmentSaint Joseph Housing CommissionLocal Housing AuthorityNiles Township Police and Firemens Pension TrustCity DepartmentNiles Police DepartmentCity DepartmentNiles Housing CommissionLocal Housing AuthorityNiles District LibrarySpecial DistrictNiles Dial-a-ride Transportation (dart)Special DistrictNew Buffalo Police DepartmentCity DepartmentMichigan Works! Berrien, Cass, Van BurenLocal AgencyMichiana Police DepartmentCity DepartmentLake Missaukee Area Fire AuthoritySpecial DistrictLake Michigan Shoreline Water and Sewage Treatment AuthorityPublic Authority

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Questions about Berrien County

How do I find government contracts in Berrien County, Michigan?

There are 25 tracked government projects across 189 agencies in Berrien County, Michigan. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (12,608), Public Works (3,519), Grants (2,697), Recreation & Community Services (1,511), and Environmental Services (1,473). In the last 90 days alone, 49 agencies posted 1,699 new projects. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFPs from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts — all in one place.

What types of agencies issue RFPs in Berrien County?

Berrien County has 189 government agencies spanning 14 types: School, City, City Department, Special District, Library District, Local Housing Authority, Fire District, County Department, Higher Ed, Public Authority, Airport Authority, County, Local Agency, and MPO. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are Berrien County (County, 5,362 projects), Town of Three Oaks (City, 4,252 projects), City of Buchanan (City, 2,921 projects).

How do I bid on Berrien County government projects?

To bid on government projects in Berrien County, Michigan, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in MI publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, Berrien County has 4,975 pre-RFPs — projects that haven't been formally bid yet. The key advantage is getting in early — pre-RFPs from board meetings can surface 6–18 months before RFPs go live, giving you time to build relationships while projects are still being scoped.

What sectors are most active in Berrien County?

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Berrien County are Capital Projects (12,608), Public Works (3,519), Grants (2,697), Recreation & Community Services (1,511), and Environmental Services (1,473). Across all sectors, Berrien County has 11,603 contract awards and 1,986 active opportunities on record. Detailed breakdowns by sector, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics.

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Who are the key decision-makers in Berrien County?

Procurement decisions in Berrien County are made by individual agency leaders — school superintendents, city managers, district managers, and housing authority directors, and department heads. Each of the 189 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Berrien County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

Which agencies are most active in Berrien County?

The most active government buyers in Berrien County by procurement volume are: Berrien County (County) — 5,362 tracked projects; Town of Three Oaks (City) — 4,252 tracked projects; City of Buchanan (City) — 2,921 tracked projects; New Buffalo Area Schools (School) — 2,811 tracked projects; New Buffalo Area School District (School) — 1,936 tracked projects. These agencies represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFPs in the county. Every project from each of these agencies — including board meeting discussions, budget approvals, and vendor selections — is tracked, so you can engage early and build relationships before competitors.

What is Berrien County's procurement pipeline?

Berrien County's current procurement pipeline includes: 4,975 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 1,986 active opportunities open for bidding; 1,847 projects in budget planning; 6,763 grant-funded initiatives; 11,603 contract awards (competitive intelligence). Pre-RFPs are especially valuable — they surface 6–18 months before formal solicitations, giving you time to position with agency decision-makers. Board meetings, budget hearings, and planning sessions across all 189 agencies in Berrien County are monitored to catch these pre-RFPs as they emerge.

How active is procurement in Berrien County right now?

Berrien County is actively procuring — 49 of the county's 189 agencies have posted 1,699 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (12,608), Public Works (3,519), and Grants (2,697). This level of activity means new opportunities surface regularly. Real-time alerts ensure you never miss a window — whether it's a pre-RFP discussion at a school board meeting or a formal solicitation from the county government.

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