Carbon County bids, RFPs and contracts
Jim Thorpe, PennsylvaniaPop. 65,868 · carboncountypa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 18 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 21
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 88
- Contracts
- 4,657
- 1,652 vendors
The 30-second brief
21 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Carbon County's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Oct 20: Township Zoning Ordinance Amendments for Data Center Uses.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Marquette Associates ($299,662 in total investment management fees; 29 basis points annualized fee, Sep 2026) and CXT for commission Discusses CXT Restroom Facilities Option (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Carbon County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Carbon County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Carbon County buys from, taken from council records. 4,657 contracts with 1,652 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Carbon County.
Questions about Carbon County
How do I become an approved vendor for Carbon County?
Carbon County currently works with 1,652 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 43 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Carbon County?
Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Carbon County include Carbon County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Carbon County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Carbon County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Carbon County publish RFPs?
Carbon County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 88 solicitations from Carbon County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Carbon County?
At Carbon County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Facilities Management, County Controller's Office, Elections, Adult Probation, and Athletics. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 43 decision-makers at Carbon County.
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What does Carbon County spend the most on?
Based on 1,836 tracked contracts, Carbon County spends most on Capital Projects (842), Grants (498), Information Technology (174), Public Works (171), and Recreation & Community Services (151). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Carbon County's current vendors?
Carbon County currently works with vendors including MARQUETTE ASSOCIATES, CXT, WATER-MECHANICS, ST. JOHN'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, WATER MECHANICS, JOHNSON FARM, DEGENHART FARM, CORRELL FARM, J.CUNFER, FINK, & YOUSE FARMS, and ZLOMSOWITCH FARM. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Carbon County working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, Carbon County is actively discussing: Carbon County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Carbon County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Carbon County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Weatherly Council Meeting: Budliner Retirement & 2026 Budget Approved, and Borough Council Meeting: Budget Review, Manager Retirement, Property Update. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does Carbon County have?
Carbon County currently has 88 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (842), Grants (498), and Information Technology (174). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, PA's state portal, and other sources.