Question 1

How do I find government contracts in Orleans County, Vermont?

Accepted Answer

There are 31 tracked government projects across 39 agencies in Orleans County, Vermont. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (8,297), Public Works (2,148), Grants (2,036), Environmental Services (1,026), and Recreation & Community Services (873). In the last 90 days alone, 27 agencies posted 806 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 Orleans County?

Accepted Answer

Orleans County has 39 government agencies spanning 4 types: City, School, Special District, and County. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are Lake Region UHSD 24 (School, 3,259 projects), Town of Brownington (City, 2,391 projects), Craftsbury School District (School, 1,762 projects).

Question 3

How do I bid on Orleans County government projects?

Accepted Answer

To bid on government projects in Orleans County, Vermont, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in VT publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, Orleans County has 2,597 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 Orleans County?

Accepted Answer

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Orleans County are Capital Projects (8,297), Public Works (2,148), Grants (2,036), Environmental Services (1,026), and Recreation & Community Services (873). Across all sectors, Orleans County has 4,957 contract awards and 554 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 Orleans County?

Accepted Answer

Procurement decisions in Orleans County are made by individual agency leaders — city managers, school superintendents, district managers, and county administrators, and department heads. Each of the 39 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Orleans County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

Question 6

Which agencies are most active in Orleans County?

Accepted Answer

The most active government buyers in Orleans County by procurement volume are: Lake Region UHSD 24 (School) — 3,259 tracked projects; Town of Brownington (City) — 2,391 tracked projects; Craftsbury School District (School) — 1,762 tracked projects; Orleans County (County) — 1,433 tracked projects; Town of Greensboro (City) — 1,363 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 Orleans County's procurement pipeline?

Accepted Answer

Orleans County's current procurement pipeline includes: 2,597 pre-RFP signals (early-stage projects from board meetings); 554 active opportunities open for bidding; 433 projects in budget planning; 5,447 grant-funded initiatives; 4,957 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 39 agencies in Orleans County are monitored to catch these signals as they emerge.

Question 8

How active is procurement in Orleans County right now?

Accepted Answer

Orleans County is actively procuring — 27 of the county's 39 agencies have posted 806 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (8,297), Public Works (2,148), and Grants (2,036). 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.

Orleans County Government Contracts, RFPs & Bids

Government Projects in Orleans County

Acceptance of bid and approval of expenditure for summer 2026 facilities projects including residing the Albany gym, exterior work by the library, emergency lighting, perimeter draining and front steps rebuilding at Orleans, and a ramp at Brownington.

Engineering and design work for the rebuild and upgrade of the Shadow Lake Dam to prevent failure due to flooding, including repair and enhancement plan development, permitting, and cost estimates.

Award of contract for the Bridge #30 project.

Paving of Shadow Lake Road using approximately 20% recycled material.

Additional payment of approximately $155K issued by VSBIT to the remediation contractor for the Orleans water break project.

Purchase of a new 2027 Western Star truck, including warranty, for the roads department.

Purchase of a new truck (cab/chassis) with a 7-year manufacturer's warranty.

Installation of cold climate heat pumps on the wall at the town garage.

Approval of additional costs for professional engineering services from Engineering Services of Vermont and architectural and engineering services from Black River Design for the COFEC Boilers Project.

Crushing 10,000 cubic yards of gravel for road maintenance.

Government Agencies in Orleans County, Vermont

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