Town of Harris bids, RFPs and contracts
PennsylvaniaPop. 5,882 · harristownship.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 11 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 30
- 8 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 170
- 96 vendors
The 30-second brief
30 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Harris's meetings, most in administration & finance and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 26: The Board discussed the projected fund balance and budget transmittal memo for the 2027 budget on October 26, 2026. The draft budget included a 3.5% COLA, a 1.5% merit pool, and funding to hire a part-time building and grounds maintenance laborer and a part-time management analyst. The budget was to be placed on the November 9 agenda for tentative adoption and on the December 14 agenda for formal adoption. Decision state: discussion item.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: State College Borough Police Department for harris Township Discusses Police Contract Changes (Oct 2026) and State College Police for harris Township Discusses 2027 State College Police Contract (Proposed: 76 hours per week at $139.56 per hour; current: 76 hours per week at $141.16 per hour, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Harris's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Harris has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Harris buys from, taken from council records. 170 contracts with 96 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Harris.
Questions about Town of Harris
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Harris?
Town of Harris currently works with 96 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 12 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 Town of Harris?
Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Harris include Harris Township Board Reviews 2026 Budget: Tax, Benefits, Maintenance, Harris Township Meeting: Parking, Signage, Budget, and Land Development, and Harris Township Meeting: Subdivision Plans, Zoning, MS4 Projects Discussed, 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 Town of Harris publish RFPs?
Town of Harris publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Town of Harris. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Harris?
At Town of Harris, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Traffic Engineering (contracted municipal service). 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 12 decision-makers at Town of Harris.
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What does Town of Harris spend the most on?
Based on 225 tracked contracts, Town of Harris spends most on Capital Projects (122), Public Works (40), Public Safety (25), Legal & Compliance (20), and Environmental Services (18). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Harris's current vendors?
Town of Harris currently works with vendors including STATE COLLEGE BOROUGH POLICE DEPARTMENT, STATE COLLEGE POLICE, CENTRE AREA TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (CATA), HILLSIDE CONSTRUCTION, GLENN O HAWBAKER INC, BOALSBURG FIRE POLICE, and MCCORMICK TAYLOR. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Town of Harris working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, Town of Harris is actively discussing: Harris Township Board Reviews 2026 Budget: Tax, Benefits, Maintenance, Harris Township Meeting: Parking, Signage, Budget, and Land Development, Harris Township Meeting: Subdivision Plans, Zoning, MS4 Projects Discussed, Harris Township Meeting: Counsel Appointment & Rental Regulations Review, and Harris Township Board of Supervisors Meeting Overview. 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 Town of Harris have?
Town of Harris currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (122), Public Works (40), and Public Safety (25). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, PA's state portal, and other sources.