Erie County bids, RFPs and contracts
Sandusky, OhioPop. 73,296 · eriecounty.oh.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 23, 2026
- 45 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 54
- Bids and RFPs
- 17
- Contracts
- 2,145
- 740 vendors
The 30-second brief
54 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Erie County's meetings, most in insurance and environmental services. The latest, from Sep 23: County Planning Incubator Captive for Community Health Program.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Gerken Paving Inc for erie County Approves $107,747 Paving Pay Estimate ($107,747.44, Sep 2026) and Johnson Controls for erie County Approves Johnson Controls Courthouse Upgrade (Sep 2026).
54 pre-RFPs tracked at Erie County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Erie County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Erie County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Erie County buys from, taken from council records. 2,145 contracts with 740 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Erie County.
Questions about Erie County
How do I become an approved vendor for Erie County?
Erie County currently works with 740 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 125 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 Erie County?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Erie County include Erie County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Erie County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Erie 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 Erie County publish RFPs?
Erie County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 17 solicitations from Erie County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Erie County?
At Erie County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include 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 125 decision-makers at Erie County.
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What does Erie County spend the most on?
Based on 891 tracked contracts, Erie County spends most on Capital Projects (354), Public Works (171), Grants (147), Public Safety (112), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (107). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Erie County's current vendors?
Erie County currently works with vendors including GERKEN PAVING INC, JOHNSON CONTROLS, BONDED CHEMICALS, NORTH BAY CONSTRUCTION INC, AMERICAN STRUCTUREPOINT INC, and CORNERSTONE RISK SOLUTIONS. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSULTING. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Erie County working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, Erie County is actively discussing: Erie County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Erie County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Erie County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Erie County Commissioners Meeting: Budget, Safety, Contracts Addressed, and Erie County Commissioners Review Water Rates, Infrastructure Projects. 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 Erie County have?
Erie County currently has 17 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (354), Public Works (171), and Grants (147). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.