Buchanan County is seeking a price agreement for food products for the Patrick K. Robb Academy. The opportunity is listed as bid 26-0024 under Food Product Supplies. The posting gives a submittal deadline of October 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., and lists the bid opening at the Commissioner's Office in St. Joseph at 10:00 a.m.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $80,000, use sole source.
Coops:Buchanan County, MO does not appear to use cooperatives today, but you can position these co-ops as another option. State of Missouri CPP/MissouriBUYS, MARC/KCRPC, and Sourcewell are available to explore, and you can reach out to your Starbridge contact to gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Buchanan County, MO does not appear to use cooperatives today, but you can position these co-ops as another option. Reach out to your Starbridge contact to gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Buchanan County Commission Bid Open Meeting Minutes
Date: Oct 1, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting focused on the opening of bids for the courthouse Rotunda hardwood flooring installation. Additionally, there was a discussion regarding a potential donation of a Polaris and trailer to the county fairground from the Sheriff, the retrieval of donated dog food for the Sheriff's Office K-9 unit, and a general discussion regarding the Rolling Hills Library Board.
Buchanan County Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Oct 2, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission discussed the bylaws and ownership of the county fairgrounds and reviewed a vehicle donation proposal between county entities. Key actions included approving a data protection service addendum for payment card security and authorizing an opioid reimbursement request. Administrative discussions covered courthouse employee parking regulations and potential dates for a leadership transition meeting. The commission also conducted an interview for an IDA board reappointment and opened bids for the SW 66th Road Bridge Project.
Buchanan County Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 28, 2026
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The commission addressed several key business items, including the transfer of funds, the potential expansion of the city landfill, and the review of Conditional Use Permit requirements and zoning regulations. Discussions also covered a scheduled courthouse closure, an upcoming visit by UCP clients, and the evaluation of voluntary life and critical illness insurance benefits for county employees. Furthermore, the commission reviewed maintenance and infrastructure topics, such as conditions at the White Cemetery, the Law Enforcement Building stairs, Ingersoll Road, public safety radio communication upgrades, and site projects related to the Bryan Properties Apartments.
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