Albany County bids, RFPs and contracts
Albany, New YorkPop. 321,225 · albanycountyny.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 139
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 5
- Contracts
- 1,716
- 868 vendors
The 30-second brief
139 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Albany County's meetings, most in environmental services and information technology. The latest, from Oct 28: Emergency Management and Critical Infrastructure Funding Program Review.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Recreation & Community Services and Public Works.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 5. Latest awards: Symbrant Technologies an Eastern Datacomm Company for studio Renovation Contract for Hearst Center ($95,988.00, Aug 2026) and Stilsing Electric Inc for pedestrian Signal Pole Replacement Contract ($24,300.00, Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Albany County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Albany County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Albany County buys from, taken from council records. 1,716 contracts with 868 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Albany County.
Questions about Albany County
How do I become an approved vendor for Albany County?
Albany County currently works with 868 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 240 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 Albany County?
Small purchases under NY's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Albany County include Albany County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Albany County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Albany 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 Albany County publish RFPs?
Albany County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NY's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 401 solicitations from Albany County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Recreation & Community Services, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Albany County?
At Albany County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Department of General Services — Security, Albany County Legislature, Albany County Department of Management and Budget, Albany County Executive’s Office, and Parks & Recreation. 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 240 decision-makers at Albany County.
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What does Albany County spend the most on?
Based on 2,711 tracked contracts, Albany County spends most on Capital Projects (1,573), Recreation & Community Services (338), Public Works (323), Environmental Services (267), and Grants (210). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Albany County's current vendors?
Albany County currently works with vendors including SYMBRANT TECHNOLOGIES AN EASTERN DATACOMM COMPANY, STILSING ELECTRIC INC, SAVIGNANO CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC, LND TECHNICAL SERVICES LLC, PURECEMS LLC, ST. CATHERINE'S CENTER FOR CHILDREN, RIDGEFIELD ASSOCIATES INC, PMR NEWKIRK INC, TIPCO AUTOMATED SYSTEMS LLC, and SYNTECH SYSTEMS INC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Albany County working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, Albany County is actively discussing: Albany County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Albany County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Albany County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Albany County Finance Committee: Bond Refunding & Infrastructure Investments, and Audit & Finance Committee Reviews 2026 Budget; Public Comment Set. 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 Albany County have?
Albany County currently has 401 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,573), Recreation & Community Services (338), and Public Works (323). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NY's state portal, and other sources.