Franklin County bids, RFPs and contracts
Columbus, OhioPop. 1,361,536 · franklincountyohio.gov/Home- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 22 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 17
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 58
- Contracts
- 6,444
- 1,724 vendors
The 30-second brief
17 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Franklin County's meetings, most in public health and grants. The latest, from Oct 12: Capital Improvements and Master Plan Advancing with Historic Tax Credits.
Public Health leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Furniture Bank of Central Ohio for furniture Assistance Contract Awarded to Furniture Bank (Not to exceed $10,000.00, Jun 2026) and Live with Lyfe LLC for presentation Skills Training Contract Approved (Not to exceed $4,000, Jun 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. 6,444 contracts with 1,724 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 1,724 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, and STAFFING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 172 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 OH'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 OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 58 solicitations from Franklin County. The most active RFP sectors are Public Health, Grants, Information Technology. 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 Board of Elections, Recorder, Clerk of Courts, Senior Services, and Community Development. 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 172 decision-makers at Franklin County.
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What does Franklin County spend the most on?
Based on 1,506 tracked contracts, Franklin County spends most on Public Health (660), Grants (405), Information Technology (204), Communications (119), and Capital Projects (118). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, and STAFFING. 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 FURNITURE BANK OF CENTRAL OHIO, LIVE WITH LYFE LLC, OSERS BROAD STREET LLC, CONDUENT HEALTHY COMMUNITIES CORPORATION, EDUCATIONAL SERVICES CENTER OF CENTRAL OHIO, OHIO PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION, COLUMBUS METROPOLITAN LIBRARY, ASSOCIATION OF OHIO HEALTH COMMISSIONERS (AOHC), SPACE CREATOR LLC, and MUNOZ, CORA. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, and STAFFING. 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 7 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), FCPH Board Meeting: Approvals, Contracts, Budget, and Community Initiatives, and FCPH Board of Health Report: Immunizations, Child Health, & Disease Control. 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 58 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Public Health (660), Grants (405), and Information Technology (204). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.