City of Franklin bids, RFPs and contracts
Franklin, VirginiaPop. 8,478 · franklinva.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 35
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 223
- 150 vendors
The 30-second brief
35 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Franklin's meetings, most in administration & finance and information technology. The latest, from Oct 27: $160K Fiber Line Infrastructure for PEG Channel.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Blackwater Regional Library for council To Review Blackwater Regional Library Appointment (May 2026) and SAMBATEK for landscape Architect Supports COOK OUT Site Plan (Apr 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Franklin's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Franklin has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Franklin buys from, taken from council records. 223 contracts with 150 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Franklin.
Questions about City of Franklin
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Franklin?
City of Franklin currently works with 150 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FOOD_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 66 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 City of Franklin?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Franklin include City of Franklin — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Franklin — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Franklin City Council Meeting: Floodplain, Legislation, Tax Relief Program, 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 City of Franklin publish RFPs?
City of Franklin publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from City of Franklin. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Franklin?
At City of Franklin, 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 Elections, Human Services, Utilities, Parks & Recreation, and Human Resources. 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 66 decision-makers at City of Franklin.
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What does City of Franklin spend the most on?
Based on 814 tracked contracts, City of Franklin spends most on Capital Projects (495), Grants (148), Public Works (64), Public Updates (54), and Recreation & Community Services (53). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FOOD_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Franklin's current vendors?
City of Franklin currently works with vendors including BLACKWATER REGIONAL LIBRARY, SAMBATEK, A TOUCH OF PHILLY, COOK-OUT SUFFOLK INC, SMITH, MARKITA, COOK OUT, RELIABLE PROS PROPERTIES LLC, SUMMEY ENGINEERING ASSOCIATES PLLC, BON SECOURS HOSPITAL, and SAMBATEK NC PC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FOOD_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is City of Franklin working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, City of Franklin is actively discussing: City of Franklin — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Franklin — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Franklin City Council Meeting: Floodplain, Legislation, Tax Relief Program, City Council Discusses Audit Status, Business Center, and Economic Growth, and Franklin City Council Meeting: School Board Appointment & Code Update. 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 City of Franklin have?
City of Franklin currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (495), Grants (148), and Public Works (64). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.