Question 1

How do I find government contracts in Decatur County, Kansas?

Accepted Answer

There are 13 tracked government projects across 27 agencies in Decatur County, Kansas. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (3,561), Public Works (1,772), Grants (776), Environmental Services (352), and Public Services (195). In the last 90 days alone, 3 agencies posted 287 new projects. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFP signals from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts — all in one place.

Question 2

What types of agencies issue RFPs in Decatur County?

Accepted Answer

Decatur County has 27 government agencies spanning 4 types: City, County, Fire District, and Local Housing Authority. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are Town of Lyon (City, 5,548 projects), Town of Prairie Dog (City, 1,170 projects), Oberlin Housing Authority (Local Housing Authority, 702 projects).

Question 3

How do I bid on Decatur County government projects?

Accepted Answer

To bid on government projects in Decatur County, Kansas, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in KS publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, Decatur County has 763 pre-RFP signals — projects that haven't been formally bid yet. The key advantage is getting in early — buying signals from board meetings can surface 6–18 months before RFPs go live, giving you time to build relationships while projects are still being scoped.

Question 4

What sectors are most active in Decatur County?

Accepted Answer

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Decatur County are Capital Projects (3,561), Public Works (1,772), Grants (776), Environmental Services (352), and Public Services (195). Across all sectors, Decatur County has 2,436 contract awards and 183 active opportunities on record. Detailed breakdowns by sector, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics.

Question 5

Who are the key decision-makers in Decatur County?

Accepted Answer

Procurement decisions in Decatur County are made by individual agency leaders — city managers, county administrators, and housing authority directors, and department heads. Each of the 27 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Decatur County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

Question 6

Which agencies are most active in Decatur County?

Accepted Answer

The most active government buyers in Decatur County by procurement volume are: Town of Lyon (City) — 5,548 tracked projects; Town of Prairie Dog (City) — 1,170 tracked projects; Oberlin Housing Authority (Local Housing Authority) — 702 tracked projects; Town of Oberlin (City) — 108 tracked projects; Town of Jennings (City) — 35 tracked projects. These agencies represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFP signals 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.

Question 7

What is Decatur County's procurement pipeline?

Accepted Answer

Decatur County's current procurement pipeline includes: 763 pre-RFP signals (early-stage projects from board meetings); 183 active opportunities open for bidding; 124 projects in budget planning; 1,697 grant-funded initiatives; 2,436 contract awards (competitive intelligence). Pre-RFP signals 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 27 agencies in Decatur County are monitored to catch these signals as they emerge.

Question 8

How active is procurement in Decatur County right now?

Accepted Answer

Decatur County is actively procuring — 3 of the county's 27 agencies have posted 287 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (3,561), Public Works (1,772), and Grants (776). 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.

Decatur County Government Contracts, RFPs & Bids

Government Projects in Decatur County

Purchase of trailer jet from Key Equipment and Supply Co. for public works operations.

Acquisition of a trailer jet for Public Works Department to support infrastructure maintenance activities.

Purchase of a trailer jet equipment for municipal public works operations.

Purchase of a trailer jet equipment for Public Works Department from Key Equipment and Supply Co.

Public Works Department to purchase a trailer jet to support sewer/water maintenance and city operations, purchase not to exceed $96,000.

Two-year amendment to land lease agreement between City of Oberlin and Baker Petrolite LLC for approximately one acre on North U.S. Highway 83.

Annual contract renewal for Axon Enterprises Auto Transcribe and AI assisted police report software for Oberlin Police Department.

Purchase of a new Grasshopper mower for cemetery grounds maintenance.

City of Lyons to purchase a new Grasshopper mower for cemetery maintenance, bid awarded to Fairview Service Center (via quote), not to exceed $12,600.

Purchase of Grasshopper brand mower for cemetery grounds maintenance, with trade-in of used equipment.

Government Agencies in Decatur County, Kansas

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