Bedford County bids, RFPs and contracts
PennsylvaniaPop. 47,480 · bedfordcountypa.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 15, 2026
- 42 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 20
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 831
- 537 vendors
The 30-second brief
20 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Bedford County's meetings, most in public safety and capital projects. The latest, from Sep 15: On September 15, 2026 the commissioners approved the Purchase of Service Agreement that included Perseus House, Inc. for Bedford County juvenile probation-related services. The term is July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. This is a decided service contract and a useful incumbent signal for future youth-placement and support work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Center for Community Action for bedford County Approves Five-Year MATP Agreement (Sep 2026) and Justice Works Youth Care for bedford County Approves Youth Services Agreement (Sep 2026).
20 pre-RFPs tracked at Bedford County. See all 20, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Bedford County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Bedford County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Bedford County buys from, taken from council records. 831 contracts with 537 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Bedford County.
Questions about Bedford County
How do I become an approved vendor for Bedford County?
Bedford County currently works with 537 vendors across contract types including TRANSPORTATION, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 29 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 Bedford County?
Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Bedford County include Bedford County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Bedford County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Bedford 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 Bedford County publish RFPs?
Bedford County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Bedford County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Bedford County?
At Bedford County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Bedford County Conservation District, and Finance Department. 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 29 decision-makers at Bedford County.
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What does Bedford County spend the most on?
Based on 307 tracked contracts, Bedford County spends most on Capital Projects (160), Grants (60), Public Safety (33), Public Services (28), and Recreation & Community Services (26). Contract types include TRANSPORTATION, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Bedford County's current vendors?
Bedford County currently works with vendors including CENTER FOR COMMUNITY ACTION, JUSTICE WORKS YOUTH CARE, VALLEY YOUTH HOUSE, PERSEUS HOUSE INC, AFSCME UNION, CORNERSTONE, FOSTER & FOSTER, CAMPBELL DURRANT, and HORIZON BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PLLC. These vendors span contract types like TRANSPORTATION, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, 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 Bedford County working on?
Based on 7 tracked meetings, Bedford County is actively discussing: Bedford County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Bedford County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Bedford County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Bedford County Commissioners Meeting Summary: Approvals & Initiatives, and Bedford County Commissioners Meeting: Budget, Contracts, and Initiatives. 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 Bedford County have?
Bedford County currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (160), Grants (60), and Public Safety (33). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, PA's state portal, and other sources.