Blast IU 17 bids, RFPs and contracts
Williamsport, Pennsylvaniaiu17.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 16, 2026
- 48 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 21
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,157
- 423 vendors
The 30-second brief
21 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Blast IU 17's meetings, most in information technology and education & training. The latest, from Sep 16: New Supervisor of Special Education to be Hired.
Professional Services leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Capital Projects.
Latest awards: Adam Bastion Construction for building Maintenance Contract Recommended for Adam Bastion ($80 per hour, with a minimum of one hour, Oct 2026) and Hope Enterprises Inc for learning Center Lease Recommended for Hope Enterprises (Total cost of services per year not to exceed $103,908, Oct 2026).
21 pre-RFPs tracked at Blast IU 17. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Blast IU 17's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Blast IU 17 has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Blast IU 17 buys from, taken from council records. 1,157 contracts with 423 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Blast IU 17.
Questions about Blast IU 17
How do I become an approved vendor for Blast IU 17?
Blast IU 17 currently works with 423 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, FACILITIES, CONSULTING, TECHNOLOGY, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 55 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 Blast IU 17?
Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Blast IU 17 include BLaST IU 17 — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), BLaST IU 17 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and BLaST IU 17 — 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 Blast IU 17 publish RFPs?
Blast IU 17 publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Blast IU 17. The most active RFP sectors are Professional Services, Education & Training, Capital Projects. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Blast IU 17?
At Blast IU 17, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Student Services, and Educational Planning. 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 55 decision-makers at Blast IU 17.
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What does Blast IU 17 spend the most on?
Based on 486 tracked contracts, Blast IU 17 spends most on Professional Services (142), Education & Training (112), Capital Projects (105), Information Technology (71), and Recreation & Community Services (56). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, FACILITIES, CONSULTING, TECHNOLOGY, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Blast IU 17's current vendors?
Blast IU 17 currently works with vendors including ADAM BASTION CONSTRUCTION, HOPE ENTERPRISES INC, LOUDENSLAGER, PETER, GDC, VECTOR SOLUTIONS, E+, MUNCY SCHOOL DISTRICT, DOUG'S LANDSCAPING, and SNYDER, MARCEY. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, FACILITIES, CONSULTING, TECHNOLOGY, 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 Blast IU 17 working on?
Based on 7 tracked meetings, Blast IU 17 is actively discussing: BLaST IU 17 — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), BLaST IU 17 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), BLaST IU 17 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), BLaST IU 17 Board Reviews Personnel, Legal Contract on October 15, 2025, and BLAST IU #17 Board Meeting: Contracts, Personnel Actions, and Approvals. 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 Blast IU 17 have?
Blast IU 17 currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Professional Services (142), Education & Training (112), and Capital Projects (105). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, PA's state portal, and other sources.