Fairfield County bids, RFPs and contracts
Lancaster, OhioPop. 169,752 · co.fairfield.oh.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 18 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 155
- 16 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 31
- Contracts
- 908
- 448 vendors
The 30-second brief
155 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Fairfield County's meetings, most in grants and information technology. The latest, from Oct 20: County Economic Development Revolving Loan Fund Evaluation.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Motorola Solutions Inc for security Camera Agreement Set for Motorola Solutions (Oct 2026) and OHIOGUIDESTONE (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Fairfield County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Fairfield County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Fairfield County buys from, taken from council records. 908 contracts with 448 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Fairfield County.
Questions about Fairfield County
How do I become an approved vendor for Fairfield County?
Fairfield County currently works with 448 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TRANSPORTATION, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 116 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 Fairfield County?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Fairfield County include Fairfield County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Fairfield County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and RFQ: Greenfield Township Lift Station Design - Engineering Services Needed, 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 Fairfield County publish RFPs?
Fairfield County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 31 solicitations from Fairfield County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Fairfield County?
At Fairfield County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Human Resources. 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 116 decision-makers at Fairfield County.
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What does Fairfield County spend the most on?
Based on 1,167 tracked contracts, Fairfield County spends most on Capital Projects (644), Grants (245), Public Works (117), Public Services (82), and Transportation (79). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TRANSPORTATION, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Fairfield County's current vendors?
Fairfield County currently works with vendors including MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS INC, OHIOGUIDESTONE, ASPYR, SOUTH CENTRAL OHIO WORKFORCE PARTNERSHIP, OHIO GUIDESTONE, FAIRFIELD COUNTY TRANSIT, and PALMER ENERGY. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TRANSPORTATION, and UTILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Fairfield County working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, Fairfield County is actively discussing: Fairfield County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Fairfield County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), RFQ: Greenfield Township Lift Station Design - Engineering Services Needed, Fairfield County Commissioners Meeting: Development & Planning Initiatives, and Fairfield County Commissioners Meeting: Budget, Community Services Focus. 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 Fairfield County have?
Fairfield County currently has 31 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (644), Grants (245), and Public Works (117). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.