Franklin County bids, RFPs and contracts
Chambersburg, PennsylvaniaPop. 160,652 · franklincountypa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 103
- 12 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 23
- Contracts
- 3,036
- 1,497 vendors
The 30-second brief
103 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Franklin County's meetings, most in grants and public services. The latest, from Oct 15: In-House Election Equipment Delivery Transition Following Contract Dispute.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Healthy Communities Partnership of Greater Franklin County for county Amends Family Services Agreement ($18.00 per unit, Oct 2026) and South Central Community Action Program (Sccap) for SCCAP Named Lead Agency for Food Grant ($249,309.10, Oct 2026).
12 new pre-RFPs at Franklin County this month. See all 103, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Franklin County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Franklin County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Franklin County buys from, taken from council records. 3,036 contracts with 1,497 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Franklin County.
Questions about Franklin County
How do I become an approved vendor for Franklin County?
Franklin County currently works with 1,497 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, OTHER, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 108 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 Franklin County?
Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Franklin County include Franklin County Commissioners Meeting: Treasurer Recognition & Contract OK, Franklin County Commissioners Meeting: Forestry, Opioids, and Jail, and County Commissioners Address Jail Staffing, Budget, & Legal Operations, 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 Franklin County publish RFPs?
Franklin County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 23 solicitations from Franklin County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Franklin County?
At Franklin County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. 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 108 decision-makers at Franklin County.
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What does Franklin County spend the most on?
Based on 3,776 tracked contracts, Franklin County spends most on Capital Projects (1,669), Grants (899), Environmental Services (511), Recreation & Community Services (413), and Professional Services (284). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, OTHER, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Franklin County's current vendors?
Franklin County currently works with vendors including HEALTHY COMMUNITIES PARTNERSHIP OF GREATER FRANKLIN COUNTY, SOUTH CENTRAL COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM (SCCAP), SCOTT, JILL E, SUMMIT FOOD SERVICES LLC, FOSTERING SUCCESS BOYS TO MEN INC, STEVENSON, BRYAN, SCISSORS PALACE DBA KING, GREGORY STEVEN, CEN-CLEAR CHILD SERVICES INC, PYRAMID HEALTHCARE, and PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, OTHER, and INSURANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Franklin County working on?
Based on 16 tracked meetings, Franklin County is actively discussing: Franklin County Commissioners Meeting: Treasurer Recognition & Contract OK, Franklin County Commissioners Meeting: Forestry, Opioids, and Jail, County Commissioners Address Jail Staffing, Budget, & Legal Operations, County Board Meeting: Budget, Tax Impact, and Vehicle Procurement Discussed, and County Commissioners Meeting: Public Safety, Budget, and Staffing Updates. 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 Franklin County have?
Franklin County currently has 23 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,669), Grants (899), and Environmental Services (511). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, PA's state portal, and other sources.