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Lyon County, Kansas: bids, projects and agencies

Lyon County
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 15, 2026
Emporia Unified School District 253
Agencies
64
City, School, Special District
Pre-RFP stage
2
Heading to bid
Pre-RFPs
7
2 in the last 30 days
2 new pre-RFPs in 30 daysOct 15

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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF

What's happening

Most activity in Lyon County is in Information Technology, Administration & Finance and Infrastructure & Maintenance.

Who's buying

The most active buyers are Emporia Unified School District 253 and Town of Emporia.

Where it's heading

Of the projects listed, 4 are contract awards and 2 are pre-RFP.

Latest pre-RFPs in Lyon County

Agencies in Lyon County, Kansas

64 agencies tracked

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Riverside ElementarySchool · 385 studentsTimmerman ElementarySchool · 370 studentsCity of HartfordCity · Pop. 360Walnut ElemSchool · 312 studentsW a White ElemSchool · 248 studentsTown of WaterlooCity · Pop. 241Town of IvyCity · Pop. 240City of Neosho RapidsCity · Pop. 238NLC Elementary SchoolSchool · 223 studentsLogan Ave ElemSchool · 208 studentsCity of ReadingCity · Pop. 183Olpe Jr./sr. High SchoolSchool · 179 studentsCity of AllenCity · Pop. 163Olpe ElementarySchool · 149 studentsCity of AdmireCity · Pop. 134Neosho Rapids ElementarySchool · 107 studentsNorthern HeightsSchool · 102 studentsHartford Jr./sr. High SchoolSchool · 101 studentsCity of BushongCity · Pop. 28Upper Verdigris Watershed Joint District 24Special DistrictUpper Marias Des Cygnes Watershed Joint District 101Special DistrictReading Fire Benefit DistrictSpecial DistrictOlpe Housing AuthoritySpecial DistrictOlpe Fire Department & District #1Fire DistrictNewman Regional HealthPublic HospitalLyon Rural Water District 5Special DistrictLyon Rural Water District 4Special DistrictLyon Rural Water District 3Special DistrictLyon Rural Water District 2Special DistrictLyon Rural Water District 1Special DistrictLyon County Library District 1Library DistrictLyon County Fire District #3 (miller)Fire DistrictLyon County Conservation DistrictSpecial DistrictLyon County Area TransportationSpecial DistrictLyon County Ambulance ServiceCity DepartmentJacobs-phenis Creeks Watershed Joint District 94Special DistrictFlint Hills Special Ed. CooperativeSpecial DistrictEmporia Fire Department/lyon County EMSFire DistrictEagle Creek Watershed District 77Special DistrictAllen Creek Watershed District 89Special District

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Questions about Lyon County

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

There are 7 tracked government projects across 64 agencies in Lyon County, Kansas. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (7,920), Public Works (1,722), Grants (1,544), Education & Training (697), and Information Technology (605). In the last 90 days alone, 8 agencies posted 82 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 Lyon County?

Lyon County has 64 government agencies spanning 11 types: City, School, Special District, Fire District, City Department, Higher Ed, County, County Department, Library District, Public Hospital, and State Agency. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are City of Emporia (City, 5,627 projects), Emporia Unified School District 253 (School, 4,298 projects), Town of Emporia (City, 2,673 projects).

How do I bid on Lyon County government projects?

To bid on government projects in Lyon 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, Lyon County has 1,804 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 Lyon County?

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Lyon County are Capital Projects (7,920), Public Works (1,722), Grants (1,544), Education & Training (697), and Information Technology (605). Across all sectors, Lyon County has 6,682 contract awards and 496 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 Lyon County?

Procurement decisions in Lyon County are made by individual agency leaders — city managers, school superintendents, district managers, and university procurement directors, and department heads. Each of the 64 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Lyon County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

Which agencies are most active in Lyon County?

The most active government buyers in Lyon County by procurement volume are: City of Emporia (City) — 5,627 tracked projects; Emporia Unified School District 253 (School) — 4,298 tracked projects; Town of Emporia (City) — 2,673 tracked projects; Flint Hills Technical College (Higher Ed) — 1,319 tracked projects; Town of Waterloo (City) — 1,006 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 Lyon County's procurement pipeline?

Lyon County's current procurement pipeline includes: 1,804 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 496 active opportunities open for bidding; 737 projects in budget planning; 3,687 grant-funded initiatives; 6,682 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 64 agencies in Lyon County are monitored to catch these pre-RFPs as they emerge.

How active is procurement in Lyon County right now?

Lyon County is actively procuring — 8 of the county's 64 agencies have posted 82 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (7,920), Public Works (1,722), and Grants (1,544). 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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