Ottawa County, Michigan bids and RFPs
Ottawa County, Michigan posts bids and quote requests on OpenGov Procurement. Purchasing contact: Erik Charters, Purchasing Manager, (616) 738-4855, purchasing@miottawa.org. Board of Commissioners agendas are published on the county's own website (agenda PDFs).
Key facts for bidders
- Where bids are posted
- OpenGov Procurement portal (vendor registration/notifications)
- Bid platform
- OpenGov Procurement
- Purchasing contact
- Erik Charters, Purchasing Manager(616) 738-4855purchasing@miottawa.org
- Board of Commissioners agendas
- Own website (agenda PDFs)
Award price trends
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How to bid in Ottawa County
Find the bid
Ottawa County, Michigan posts bids and quote requests on OpenGov Procurement.
Get the documents
Register as a vendor on OpenGov Procurement to download bid documents and receive addenda.
Prepare your forms
Most bids ask for: W-9; Certificate of insurance; Signed bid form and pricing sheet; Acknowledgment of every addendum.
Submit before the deadline
Follow the bid's instructions exactly: sealed envelope, mail, hand delivery or online upload. Late bids are usually rejected.
Watch for the award
Contracts are usually approved at a Board of Commissioners meeting; agendas are on the county's own website (agenda PDFs).
State rules, forms and thresholds: How to sell to Michigan counties. New to county bidding? Read how to find county bids and the bid checklist.
Questions about bidding in Ottawa County
How do I find bids from Ottawa County, Michigan?
Ottawa County, Michigan posts bids and quote requests on OpenGov Procurement. Register as a vendor on OpenGov Procurement to download bid documents and receive addenda.
Does Ottawa County use OpenGov Procurement?
Yes. Ottawa County posts its bids and quote requests on OpenGov Procurement. FactWise also lists them, free to view.
How do I register as a vendor with Ottawa County?
Register on OpenGov Procurement so you can download documents and receive addenda. Ask the purchasing contact (Erik Charters, Purchasing Manager, (616) 738-4855, purchasing@miottawa.org) whether the county keeps a vendor list and how to get on it. See our guide to registering as a county vendor.
Who is the purchasing contact for Ottawa County, Michigan?
Erik Charters, Purchasing Manager, (616) 738-4855, purchasing@miottawa.org.
When does the Ottawa County Board of Commissioners meet?
Meeting dates and agendas are published on the county's own website (agenda PDFs). Agendas often show upcoming purchases before the bid is advertised, and contracts are usually approved at these meetings.
What forms do I need to bid in Ottawa County, Michigan?
Each bid lists its own requirements. Most bids ask for: W-9; Certificate of insurance; Signed bid form and pricing sheet; Acknowledgment of every addendum.
Can I get alerts for new Ottawa County bids?
Yes. Follow Ottawa County on FactWise to get new bids and quote requests by email. Following up to 2 counties is free.