Montgomery County bids, RFPs and contracts
Rockville, MarylandPop. 1,074,582 · montgomerycountymd.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 4, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 500
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 19
- Contracts
- 1,884
- 661 vendors
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500 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Montgomery County's meetings, most in capital projects and environmental services. The latest, from Nov 4: Resolution Opposing 2030 Census Changes and Federal Funding Allocation Impacts.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Recreation & Community Services.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 19. Latest awards: Sri Inc for SRI Engaged for Montgomery Economic Development Plan (Nov 2026) and American Mechanical Service (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Montgomery County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Montgomery County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Montgomery County buys from, taken from council records. 1,884 contracts with 661 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Montgomery County.
Questions about Montgomery County
How do I become an approved vendor for Montgomery County?
Montgomery County currently works with 661 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 310 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 Montgomery County?
Small purchases under MD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Montgomery County include Advisory Committee on Policing Discusses Public Safety and Policy Initiatives, Montgomery County Examines Out-of-School Time Programs, Strategic Alignment, and Council Brief Highlights Support for Firefighters' Families and Shutdown Aid, 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 Montgomery County publish RFPs?
Montgomery County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 680 solicitations from Montgomery County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Montgomery County?
At Montgomery County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Montgomery County Public Libraries, Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, Montgomery County Police Department — Automated Traffic Enforcement Unit, Montgomery County Police Department — Traffic Operations Division, and Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), Vision Zero. 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 310 decision-makers at Montgomery County.
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What does Montgomery County spend the most on?
Based on 6,293 tracked contracts, Montgomery County spends most on Capital Projects (3,314), Grants (1,453), Recreation & Community Services (607), Public Works (463), and Public Safety (456). Contract types include CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Montgomery County's current vendors?
Montgomery County currently works with vendors including SRI INC, AMERICAN MECHANICAL SERVICE, ARCADIS, OLD DOMINION LANDFILL, REWORLD, HDR INC, EA ENGINEERING, SCIENCE, & TECHNOLOGY INC, and AUTOMOTIVE TRADES FOUNDATION (ATF). These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Montgomery County working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, Montgomery County is actively discussing: Advisory Committee on Policing Discusses Public Safety and Policy Initiatives, Montgomery County Examines Out-of-School Time Programs, Strategic Alignment, Council Brief Highlights Support for Firefighters' Families and Shutdown Aid, African Heritage Month Commemoration: Celebrating Legacy and Inclusion, and County Council Meeting Summary. 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 Montgomery County have?
Montgomery County currently has 680 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,314), Grants (1,453), and Recreation & Community Services (607). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MD's state portal, and other sources.