Cumberland County bids, RFPs and contracts
Carlisle, PennsylvaniaPop. 277,270 · cumberlandcountypa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 4, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 126
- 12 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 40
- Contracts
- 6,700
- 2,166 vendors
The 30-second brief
126 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Cumberland County's meetings, most in grants and public safety. The latest, from Nov 4: $130,000 State Grant Application Scheduled for County Vector Control.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: Orlo Carlisle Investors LLC for county Considers Orlo Carlisle Facilities Addendum (Nov 2026) and COMCAST for county Considers Comcast Telecommunications Contract (Nov 2026).
12 new pre-RFPs at Cumberland County this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Cumberland County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Cumberland County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Cumberland County buys from, taken from council records. 6,700 contracts with 2,166 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Cumberland County.
Questions about Cumberland County
How do I become an approved vendor for Cumberland County?
Cumberland County currently works with 2,166 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, UTILITIES, INSURANCE, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 214 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 Cumberland County?
Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Cumberland County include Cumberland County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Cumberland County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Cumberland 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 Cumberland County publish RFPs?
Cumberland County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 40 solicitations from Cumberland County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Cumberland County?
At Cumberland County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Municipal Court, Veterans Services, Health, Finance, and Police. 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 214 decision-makers at Cumberland County.
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What does Cumberland County spend the most on?
Based on 3,996 tracked contracts, Cumberland County spends most on Capital Projects (1,593), Grants (1,089), Recreation & Community Services (470), Public Safety (433), and Environmental Services (411). Contract types include FACILITIES, UTILITIES, INSURANCE, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Cumberland County's current vendors?
Cumberland County currently works with vendors including ORLO CARLISLE INVESTORS LLC, COMCAST, GATEWAY HEALTH PLAN INC DBA HIGHMARK WHOLECARE, CARLISLE AREA RELIGIOUS COUNCIL, DIAKON ADOPTION & FOSTER CARE, ROBERT C & KATHRYN A BOYCE, AMERIHEALTH CARITAS, CELLEBRITE INC, CAPITAL BLUE CROSS, and BLESSED HEARTS HOMECARE AGENCY LLC. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, UTILITIES, INSURANCE, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Cumberland County working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, Cumberland County is actively discussing: Cumberland County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Cumberland County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Cumberland County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Cumberland County Meeting: Hazard Mitigation, Grants, & Public Safety, and Cumberland County Finance Meeting: Bonds, Budget, and Cybersecurity. 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 Cumberland County have?
Cumberland County currently has 40 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,593), Grants (1,089), and Recreation & Community Services (470). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, PA's state portal, and other sources.