Lucas County bids, RFPs and contracts
Toledo, OhioPop. 423,347 · co.lucas.oh.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 18 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 196
- 12 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 152
- Contracts
- 5,051
- 1,650 vendors
The 30-second brief
196 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Lucas County's meetings, most in public health and information technology. The latest, from Oct 20: The board scheduled approval of an agreement between the county, the juvenile court, and Unison Health for mental health services and treatment. The document does not show a completed award, so the agreement was still pending at this meeting. Unison Health is the named provider, which makes this useful incumbent and follow-on intelligence for behavioral health services.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Ohio Department of Public Safety for lucas County Plans $66,582 Traffic Safety Grant ($66,582.08, Oct 2026) and Unison Health for lucas County Plans Unison Youth Mental Health Agreement (Not to exceed $100,000.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Lucas County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Lucas County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Lucas County buys from, taken from council records. 5,051 contracts with 1,650 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Lucas County.
Questions about Lucas County
How do I become an approved vendor for Lucas County?
Lucas County currently works with 1,650 vendors across contract types including Grant, Grant Agreement, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 280 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 Lucas County?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Lucas County include Lucas County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lucas County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Lucas 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 Lucas County publish RFPs?
Lucas County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 152 solicitations from Lucas 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 Lucas County?
At Lucas County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Clerk of Courts, Casa, Treasurer, Recorder, and Budget. 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 280 decision-makers at Lucas County.
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What does Lucas County spend the most on?
Based on 3,919 tracked contracts, Lucas County spends most on Capital Projects (1,753), Grants (870), Public Works (665), Environmental Services (351), and Professional Services (280). Contract types include Grant, Grant Agreement, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Lucas County's current vendors?
Lucas County currently works with vendors including LUCAS COUNTY COMMON PLEAS COURT, STATE OF OHIO, OHIO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY, UNISON HEALTH, MJ WIES ROOFING, WEST BEND INSURANCE COMPANY, MENTAL HEALTH & RECOVERY SERVICES BOARD, and MJ WEIS ROOFING. These vendors span contract types like Grant, Grant Agreement, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Lucas County working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, Lucas County is actively discussing: Lucas County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lucas County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Lucas County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), FrontLine Public Safety Software Agreement Terms & Financial Details, and Economic Development Workshop Agreement Between Lucas Co. & Aha! Process. 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 Lucas County have?
Lucas County currently has 152 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,753), Grants (870), and Public Works (665). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.