Herkimer County bids, RFPs and contracts
Herkimer, New YorkPop. 59,219 · herkimercountyny.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 106
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 34
- Contracts
- 316
- 211 vendors
The 30-second brief
106 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Herkimer County's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and grants. The latest, from Oct 27: Access Road Engineering Design Planned for Newport Road Business Park.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Catholic Charities of Herkimer County for herkimer County Awards Domestic Violence Services Contract ($25,000, Sep 2026) and Hodgson Russ LLP for hodgson Russ Submits Second PILOT Agreement (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Herkimer County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Herkimer County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Herkimer County buys from, taken from council records. 316 contracts with 211 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Herkimer County.
Questions about Herkimer County
How do I become an approved vendor for Herkimer County?
Herkimer County currently works with 211 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, OTHER, CONSULTING, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Herkimer County?
Small purchases under NY's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Herkimer County include Herkimer IDA Public Hearing: LDC Project at 217 N. Washington St., LDC Meeting: Masonic Development, Remington Testing, Bill School Fund, and Land Acquisition & Pro-Housing Initiatives Drive Economic Development, 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 Herkimer County publish RFPs?
Herkimer County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NY's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 34 solicitations from Herkimer 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 Herkimer County?
At Herkimer County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Herkimer County Office of Emergency Services, Herkimer County Sheriff's Office — Corrections, and Emergency Services 911. 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 Herkimer County.
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What does Herkimer County spend the most on?
Based on 1,058 tracked contracts, Herkimer County spends most on Capital Projects (715), Grants (118), Environmental Services (98), Infrastructure & Maintenance (68), and Public Works (59). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, OTHER, CONSULTING, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Herkimer County's current vendors?
Herkimer County currently works with vendors including CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF HERKIMER COUNTY, HODGSON RUSS LLP, ARCTIC ENTERPRISES INC, NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, RISK STRATEGIES CONSULTING SERVICES, FARAGO, LAWRENCE, UPSTATE CEREBRAL PALSY ASSOCIATION, ETNYRE, THE ANSWER CONSULTING & BOOKKEEPING LLC, and GOVERNMENT FINANCIAL OFFICERS ASSOCIATION (GFOA). These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, OTHER, CONSULTING, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Herkimer County working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, Herkimer County is actively discussing: Herkimer IDA Public Hearing: LDC Project at 217 N. Washington St., LDC Meeting: Masonic Development, Remington Testing, Bill School Fund, Land Acquisition & Pro-Housing Initiatives Drive Economic Development, IDA/LDC Meeting: Property Development, Cleanup Funding, Project Updates, and Herkimer IDA Meeting: Budget, Grants, Remington Arms & Development 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 Herkimer County have?
Herkimer County currently has 34 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (715), Grants (118), and Environmental Services (98). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NY's state portal, and other sources.