Franklin County bids, RFPs and contracts
Benton, IllinoisPop. 36,916 · franklincountyil.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 14
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 38
- Contracts
- 4,209
- 1,649 vendors
The 30-second brief
14 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Franklin County's meetings, most in capital projects and utilities. The latest, from Oct 19: The board placed a Delinquent Tax Program on the October 19, 2026 agenda for approval. No vendor or contract is named, but the item signals ongoing county tax administration work that could affect collection services, process support, or related software needs. The decision point was the scheduled board vote on October 19, 2026.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Get Most Pest Control for county to consider annual pest control contract (Aug 2026) and Richard Giles Window Cleaning for board to Approve Window Cleaning Payment ($1,500.00, Jul 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Franklin County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Franklin County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Franklin County buys from, taken from council records. 4,209 contracts with 1,649 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Franklin County.
Questions about Franklin County
How do I become an approved vendor for Franklin County?
Franklin County currently works with 1,649 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 34 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 Franklin County?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Franklin County include Franklin County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Franklin County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Franklin County Board Meeting: Finance, Transportation, and Public Safety, 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 Franklin County publish RFPs?
Franklin County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 38 solicitations from Franklin County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Franklin County?
At Franklin County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Treasurer’s Office, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, Franklin County Board, Treasurer, and Thompsonville. 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 34 decision-makers at Franklin County.
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What does Franklin County spend the most on?
Based on 3,175 tracked contracts, Franklin County spends most on Capital Projects (2,160), Public Works (306), Grants (291), Public Safety (255), and Environmental Services (163). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Franklin County's current vendors?
Franklin County currently works with vendors including GET MOST PEST CONTROL, RICHARD GILES WINDOW CLEANING, STRAIGHT UP SOLAR, DAVE SHULTZ LOCKSMITH, SAPP'S HEATING & AIR, ELLIS CLAUSSEN JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER, KEYROCK ENERGY, and CLAUSSEN, ELLIS. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Franklin County working on?
Based on 11 tracked meetings, Franklin County is actively discussing: Franklin County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Franklin County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Franklin County Board Meeting: Finance, Transportation, and Public Safety, Franklin County Board Meeting Summary: Contracts, Taxes, and Approvals, and Franklin County Board Meeting: Animal Control Contract & Supervisor. 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 Franklin County have?
Franklin County currently has 38 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,160), Public Works (306), and Grants (291). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.