Franklin County bids, RFPs and contracts
MainePop. 30,824 · franklincountymaine.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 110
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 10
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,324
- 591 vendors
The 30-second brief
110 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Franklin County's meetings, most in capital projects and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 20: The Sheriff's Office reported that Major Daley was awaiting a final bid for the proposed refurbishment of the jail's main lobby. The proposal had not yet come to the commissioners for consideration, so the work was still in the pre-award stage. This is a concrete facility project that could move quickly once the bid arrives. Sellers should watch for the final pricing and scope details.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.
Latest awards: S.W. Cole Engineering Inc for S.W. Cole Provides Geotech Services for Coburn Gore LPOE (Oct 2026) and Central Square Prosuite for municipal Shares Due for Central Square ProSuite (Municipal shares: $1,885.63 (Carrabassett Valley), $5,443.33 (Rangeley) for FY27 licenses, Oct 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. 1,324 contracts with 591 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 591 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 38 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 ME's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Franklin County include Franklin County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Franklin County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Franklin 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 Franklin County publish RFPs?
Franklin County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ME's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 10 solicitations from Franklin 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 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 Franklin County Sheriff's Office, Administration, Town of Kingfield, Town of Carrabassett Valley, and Arpa. 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 38 decision-makers at Franklin County.
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What does Franklin County spend the most on?
Based on 1,314 tracked contracts, Franklin County spends most on Capital Projects (665), Grants (234), Public Safety (158), Public Works (137), and Administration & Finance (120). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. 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 S.W. COLE ENGINEERING INC, CENTRAL SQUARE PROSUITE, MAINE MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATION, BUSRIGHT APP, BUSRIGHT, AXON ENTERPRISE INC, ANDROSCOGGIN SAVINGS, PRO FLOORING, BLUESTAR ACCOUNTING, and INTRAFI CASH SERVICE. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. 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 4 tracked meetings, Franklin County is actively discussing: Franklin County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Franklin County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Franklin County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Franklin County Courthouse Cleaning Services RFP: Bid Opportunity. 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 10 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (665), Grants (234), and Public Safety (158). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ME's state portal, and other sources.