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Buffalo County, Nebraska: bids, projects and agencies

Buffalo County
Latest pre-RFP
Jul 20, 2026
City of Gibbon
Agencies
89
School, City, Special District
Pre-RFP stage
2
Heading to bid
Pre-RFPs
23
Latest pre-RFPJul 20

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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF

What's happening

Most activity in Buffalo County is in Capital Projects, Transportation and Grants.

Who's buying

Elm Creek Public Schools, City of Gibbon and Ravenna Public Schools account for 87% of pre-RFPs.

Where it's heading

Of the projects listed, 16 are contract awards and 2 are grant funding.

Latest pre-RFPs in Buffalo County

Agencies in Buffalo County, Nebraska

89 agencies tracked

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BUFFALO HILLS ELEMENTARYSchool · 272 studentsWINDY HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 259 studentsPARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 257 studentsGIBBON HIGH SCHOOLSchool · 251 studentsBRYANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 248 studentsRAVENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 242 studentsEMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 235 studentsELM CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 215 studentsAmherst VillageCity · Pop. 204AMHERST ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 203 studentsPLEASANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 200 studentsRAVENNA SENIOR HIGHSchool · 170 studentsSHELTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSchool · 159 studentsAMHERST HIGH SCHOOLSchool · 157 studentsELM CREEK HIGH SCHOOLSchool · 149 studentsPLEASANTON HIGH SCHOOLSchool · 131 studentsSHELTON HIGH SCHOOLSchool · 117 studentsWEST KEARNEY HIGH SCHOOLSchool · 65 studentsHANNY ARRAM CENTERSchool · 2 studentsTownship of SheltonCityTownship of SharonCityTownship of Sartoria (historical)CityTownship of RuscoCityTownship of Riverdale (historical)CityTownship of OdessaCityTownship of GardnerCityTownship of CollinsCityTownship of Cherry CreekCityTownship of ArmadaCityThornton TownshipCitySuburban Fire Protection District 1Special DistrictSuburban Fire Protection District #1 of Buffalo and Kearney CountiesFire DistrictSouth Akron Public SchoolSchoolShelton Volunteer Fire DepartmentFire DistrictShelton Rural Fire District 3Special DistrictShelton Police DepartmentCity DepartmentShelton Housing AuthorityLocal Housing AuthoritySchneider TownshipCityRavenna Rural Fire Protection District 5Special DistrictRavenna Police DepartmentCity DepartmentRavenna Housing AuthorityLocal Housing AuthorityPleasanton Rural Fire District 4Special DistrictPleasanton Fire & RescueFire DistrictPlatte River Recovery Implementation ProgramSpecial DistrictOdessa Public SchoolSchoolMiller Rural Fire Protection DistrictFire DistrictKearney Police Pension Trust FundCity DepartmentKearney Police DepartmentCity DepartmentKearney Housing AgencyLocal Housing AuthorityKearney Area Solid Waste AgencyPublic AuthorityGibbon TownshipCityGibbon Rural Fire Protection District 2 (buffalo County)Special DistrictGibbon Rural Fire District 2Fire DistrictGibbon Housing AgencyLocal Housing AuthorityElm Creek TownshipCityElm Creek Public School DistrictSchoolElm Creek Housing AgencySpecial DistrictElm Creek Fire District 7Special DistrictEducational Service Unit 10Special DistrictCenter School District 28SchoolBuffalo County School District 36SchoolBuffalo County School District 16SchoolBuffalo County Sanitary and Improvement District 3Special DistrictAmherst Rural Fire Protection District 8Special DistrictAmherst Rural Fire District 8Fire District

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Questions about Buffalo County

How do I find government contracts in Buffalo County, Nebraska?

There are 23 tracked government projects across 89 agencies in Buffalo County, Nebraska. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (5,238), Public Works (631), Grants (583), Recreation & Community Services (375), and Environmental Services (315). In the last 90 days alone, 11 agencies posted 533 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 Buffalo County?

Buffalo County has 89 government agencies spanning 11 types: School, City, Special District, Fire District, City Department, Local Housing Authority, County, County Department, Higher Ed, Public Authority, and State Agency. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are Buffalo County (County, 3,790 projects), Ravenna Public Schools (School, 3,730 projects), City of Gibbon (City, 2,422 projects).

How do I bid on Buffalo County government projects?

To bid on government projects in Buffalo County, Nebraska, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in NE publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, Buffalo County has 1,035 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 Buffalo County?

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Buffalo County are Capital Projects (5,238), Public Works (631), Grants (583), Recreation & Community Services (375), and Environmental Services (315). Across all sectors, Buffalo County has 4,619 contract awards and 188 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 Buffalo County?

Procurement decisions in Buffalo County are made by individual agency leaders — school superintendents, city managers, district managers, and housing authority directors, and department heads. Each of the 89 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Buffalo County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

Which agencies are most active in Buffalo County?

The most active government buyers in Buffalo County by procurement volume are: Buffalo County (County) — 3,790 tracked projects; Ravenna Public Schools (School) — 3,730 tracked projects; City of Gibbon (City) — 2,422 tracked projects; Amherst Public Schools (School) — 1,110 tracked projects; Pleasanton village (City) — 144 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 Buffalo County's procurement pipeline?

Buffalo County's current procurement pipeline includes: 1,035 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 188 active opportunities open for bidding; 477 projects in budget planning; 1,765 grant-funded initiatives; 4,619 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 89 agencies in Buffalo County are monitored to catch these pre-RFPs as they emerge.

How active is procurement in Buffalo County right now?

Buffalo County is actively procuring — 11 of the county's 89 agencies have posted 533 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (5,238), Public Works (631), and Grants (583). 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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