Dane County, Wisconsin bids and RFPs
Dane County, Wisconsin posts bids and quote requests on OpenGov. Purchasing contact: Peter Patten, Purchasing Manager, (608) 267-3523, patten.peter@danecounty.gov. County Board agendas are published on Legistar.
Key facts for bidders
- Where bids are posted
- OpenGov e-Procurement portal
- Bid platform
- OpenGov Procurement
- Purchasing contact
- Peter Patten, Purchasing Manager(608) 267-3523patten.peter@danecounty.gov
- County Board agendas
- Legistar
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How to bid in Dane County
Find the bid
Dane County, Wisconsin posts bids and quote requests on OpenGov.
Get the documents
Register as a vendor on OpenGov 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 County Board meeting; agendas are on Legistar.
State rules, forms and thresholds: How to sell to Wisconsin counties. New to county bidding? Read how to find county bids and the bid checklist.
Questions about bidding in Dane County
How do I find bids from Dane County, Wisconsin?
Dane County, Wisconsin posts bids and quote requests on OpenGov. Register as a vendor on OpenGov to download bid documents and receive addenda.
Does Dane County use OpenGov?
Yes. Dane County posts its bids and quote requests on OpenGov. FactWise also lists them, free to view.
How do I register as a vendor with Dane County?
Register on OpenGov so you can download documents and receive addenda. Ask the purchasing contact (Peter Patten, Purchasing Manager, (608) 267-3523, patten.peter@danecounty.gov) 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 Dane County, Wisconsin?
Peter Patten, Purchasing Manager, (608) 267-3523, patten.peter@danecounty.gov.
When does the Dane County County Board meet?
Meeting dates and agendas are published on Legistar. 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 Dane County, Wisconsin?
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 Dane County bids?
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