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Election Management Systems RFPs, Pre-RFP Signals and Bid Opportunities

See emerging pre-RFP opportunities from public-sector buyers this week based on contract renewal timing, meetings and job changes, and paired with verified contact info.

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Election Management Systems: Pre-RFP Opportunities

Source-backed signals from meeting minutes, budgets, contract activity, grants, and leadership changes.

County of Peterborough

ONAug 26

Why now

- Resolution No. 129-2026 urges Ontario to prioritize review of data for municipal voters’ list accuracy before August 14, 2026. - Voters’ list discrepancies are reported in non-resident property owner counts versus 2022 municipal election figures. - Council action references province shifting municipal voters list responsibility to Elections Ontario from MPAC after 2022.

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Aug 26

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Sheridan Graham

Chief Administrative Officer

Patricia Bromfield

Chief of Paramedics, Peterborough County/City Paramedics

Township of Lower Merion

PAAug 20

Why now

- Montgomery County Election Board approved an updated ballot curing process for 2026 general election mail-ballots. - 2024 results showed 1,186 deficient mail/ballots and 516 not cured. - Commissioners discussed moving to a different voting machine system by next year.

California Secretary of State

CAAug 13

Why now

- VoteCal data review is planned for inclusion in the 2026 Primary Election report. - Subcommittees will address ballot rejection rates tied to USPS changes. - Subcommittee work will cover ballot processing speed using primary-election performance data. - SOS will provide election budget reporting guidance for the 9-month reporting requirement.

City of Burnsville

MNAug 10

Why now

- City Clerk 2030 Strategic Plan targets “Successful execution of 2026 elections” with new election requirements and new voting equipment. - City Clerk plan partners with Dakota County for improved mail service for absentee voters and conducts the post election review (PER). - City Clerk plan notes peak election workloads stress staff and ongoing public skepticism about election security.

Scott County

IAJul 14

Why now

- Scott County Auditor requested ES&S election service agreement renewal for $51,229.33 annually. - Auditor stated ES&S voting equipment purchased in 2017 requires annual renewal to utilize election machines. - Agreement includes ES&S licenses and support (Express Vote, DS200, Electionware, DS450) totaling $51,229.33.

Linwood Township

MNJul 14

Why now

- Linwood Township approved a resolution asserting municipal autonomy regarding decisions on electronic roster systems and paper poll books. - Linwood Township resolved to affirm continued use of electronic pollpads for state elections due to Minn. Stat. § 206.58, subd. 1. - Board discussions included appointing election judges and setting pay, plus AB voting timing under county options.

Town of Norwood

MAJul 1

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Seminole County

GAJun 9

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County of Peterborough

Recent intent

- Resolution No. 129-2026 urges Ontario to prioritize review of data for municipal voters’ list accuracy before August 14, 2026. - Voters’ list discrepancies are reported in non-resident property owner counts versus 2022 municipal election figures. - Council action references province shifting municipal voters list responsibility to Elections Ontario from MPAC after 2022.

Township of Lower Merion

How to use pre-RFP signals

1. Shape the requirement

When you see a budget allocation or strategic plan mention, the agency is just beginning to define their need. Engage now to help write the specs before the RFP goes public.

2. Time your outreach

Don't cold call into the void. Use contract expiration signals to reach out to buyers exactly when they are unhappy with their incumbent or preparing to renew.

3. Arm your SDRs

Replace generic "checking in" emails with hyper-specific context. Reach out referencing their exact meeting minutes, named decision-makers, and approved budget line items.

FAQs

What is a pre-RFP signal for election management systems?

A pre-RFP signal is a public-record indicator that a buyer is moving toward a election management systems purchase before they've issued an RFP. Starbridge tracks six categories: meeting mentions, budget allocations, contract expirations, grant awards, leadership changes, and strategic plans.

How early does Starbridge detect election management systems demand?

Six to eighteen months before a formal RFP, on average. The earliest signals are usually board meeting mentions or budget line items.

What sources does Starbridge monitor?

Election Management Systems RFPs, Pre-RFP Signals and Bid Opportunities

Election Management Systems: Pre-RFP Opportunities

Peterborough County Council Regular Meeting

Montgomery County Board of Commissioners Board Of Commissioners Meeting

California Secretary Of State Voter's Choice Task Force Regular Meeting Minutes

Burnsville City Council Work Session

Scott County Board of Supervisors Committee Meeting

Lynwood Township Town Board Meeting

Town of Norwood FY2027 Proposed Budget

Seminole County Board of Commissioners Regular Monthly Meeting Minutes

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County of Peterborough

Township of Lower Merion

How to use pre-RFP signals

1. Shape the requirement

2. Time your outreach

3. Arm your SDRs

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Election Management Systems: Pre-RFP Opportunities

Peterborough County Council Regular Meeting

Montgomery County Board of Commissioners Board Of Commissioners Meeting

California Secretary Of State Voter's Choice Task Force Regular Meeting Minutes

Burnsville City Council Work Session

Scott County Board of Supervisors Committee Meeting

Lynwood Township Town Board Meeting

Town of Norwood FY2027 Proposed Budget

Seminole County Board of Commissioners Regular Monthly Meeting Minutes

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Open RFPs

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County of Peterborough

Township of Lower Merion

How to use pre-RFP signals

1. Shape the requirement

2. Time your outreach

3. Arm your SDRs

FAQs

California Secretary of State

City of Burnsville

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