Cumberland County bids, RFPs and contracts
TennesseePop. 66,300 · cumberlandcountytn.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 19 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 53
- 12 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 5
- None open now
- Contracts
- 218
- 141 vendors
The 30-second brief
53 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Cumberland County's meetings, most in public safety and education & training. The latest, from Oct 19: At its September 21, 2026 meeting, the commission approved rollover funds from the Public-School Security Grant in the amount of $48,879.21. The packet gives no product detail, but the funding indicates continued school security spending. This can support follow-up around cameras, access control, and safety equipment in Cumberland County Schools.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Transportation.
Latest awards: Upland Design Group for committee Agenda Includes Upland Design Group Update (Oct 2026) and Crawford & Company for crawford to Support Insured County Building Reconstruction (Oct 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. 218 contracts with 141 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 141 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, LEGAL, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 37 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 TN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Cumberland County include Cumberland County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Cumberland County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Cumberland County Seeks Bids for a 90-Passenger School Bus: Jan 8, 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 TN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 5 solicitations from Cumberland County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Transportation. 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 Cumberland County Budget Committee, Mayor’s Office, Clerk of Courts, Assessor, and Superintendent. 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 37 decision-makers at Cumberland County.
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What does Cumberland County spend the most on?
Based on 563 tracked contracts, Cumberland County spends most on Capital Projects (252), Grants (111), Transportation (75), Public Safety (70), and Public Works (55). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, LEGAL, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. 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 UPLAND DESIGN GROUP, CRAWFORD & COMPANY, BURNETT, PHILIP D., STELLAR THERAPY SERVICES LLC, TNRMT, FAIRFIELD GLADE HOMES LAND TN LLC, LOCAL GOVERNMENT INSURANCE POOL (LGIP), TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, and ROCKWOOD ELECTRIC UTILITY. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, LEGAL, 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 Cumberland County working on?
Based on 5 tracked meetings, Cumberland County is actively discussing: Cumberland County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Cumberland County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Cumberland County Seeks Bids for a 90-Passenger School Bus: Jan 8, 2026, Cumberland County Seeks Bids for School Pavilion Construction Project, and Cumberland County Commissioners Meeting: Budget, Planning & Appointments. 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 5 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (252), Grants (111), and Transportation (75). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TN's state portal, and other sources.