Schenectady County bids, RFPs and contracts
Schenectady, New YorkPop. 162,581 · schenectadycountyny.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 24 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 85
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 920
- 444 vendors
The 30-second brief
85 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Schenectady County's meetings, most in information technology and public safety. The latest, from Oct 13: County Ratifies Bargaining Agreement with Pharmacy Benefit Adjustments.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Health and Grants.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: Nys Office of Information Technology for schenectady County Plans Multifactor Token Agreement ($0 cost to the County; estimated total value of tokens is $80,429.70, Oct 2026) and Nys Office of General Services for schenectady County Plans Lease Agreement with NYS OGS ($41,533.73 per year in year 1 ($3,461.14 per month); $3,491.87 per month for months 13-24; $3,522.59 per month for months 25-36; $3,554.65 per month for months 37-48; $3,589.38 per month for months 49-51, Oct 2026).
10 new pre-RFPs at Schenectady County this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.
Get New York pre-RFPs freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Schenectady County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Schenectady County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Schenectady County buys from, taken from council records. 920 contracts with 444 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Schenectady County.
Questions about Schenectady County
How do I become an approved vendor for Schenectady County?
Schenectady County currently works with 444 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 25 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 Schenectady County?
Small purchases under NY's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Schenectady County include Fossil District Infrastructure Meeting Summary, 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 Schenectady County publish RFPs?
Schenectady County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NY's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 515 solicitations from Schenectady County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Health, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Schenectady County?
At Schenectady County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include County Manager's Office, Schenectady County Public Health Services, Schenectady County Legislature, and County Legislative Office. 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 25 decision-makers at Schenectady County.
Show 4 more questions
What does Schenectady County spend the most on?
Based on 496 tracked contracts, Schenectady County spends most on Capital Projects (169), Public Health (92), Grants (91), Public Safety (86), and Information Technology (58). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Schenectady County's current vendors?
Schenectady County currently works with vendors including NYS OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, NYS OFFICE OF GENERAL SERVICES, PATAGONIA HEALTH, PUBLIC HEALTH ACCREDITATION BOARD, HIXNY, TRUSTEES OF UNION COLLEGE IN THE TOWN OF SCHENECTADY IN THE STATE OF NEW YORK, ARTS CENTER & THEATRE OF SCHENECTADY INC, SCHENECTADY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, and JAMES H. MALOY CONSTRUCTION INC. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, OTHER, FINANCIAL_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 Schenectady County working on?
Based on 1 tracked meeting, Schenectady County is actively discussing: Fossil District Infrastructure 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 Schenectady County have?
Schenectady County currently has 515 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (169), Public Health (92), and Grants (91). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NY's state portal, and other sources.