Knox County bids, RFPs and contracts
IndianaPop. 35,652 · knoxcounty.in.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 50
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 5+
- Next due Nov 3
- Contracts
- 1,201
- 794 vendors
The 30-second brief
50 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Knox County's meetings, most in administration & finance and utilities. The latest, from Oct 20: The agenda scheduled economic development, decommissioning, and road use agreements with Edwardsport Solar Park LLC. The item indicates a utility-scale solar project with county agreement terms still pending at the October 20, 2026 meeting. That makes the developer and related contractors relevant for site, road, and decommissioning work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
5+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 3. Latest awards: FIDLAR for knox County to Consider Five-Year Fidlar Extension (Oct 2026) and Edwardsport Solar Park LLC for knox County to Consider Solar Decommissioning Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Knox County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Knox County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Knox County buys from, taken from council records. 1,201 contracts with 794 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Knox County.
Questions about Knox County
How do I become an approved vendor for Knox County?
Knox County currently works with 794 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 50 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 Knox County?
Small purchases under IN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Knox County include Knox County Board Approves Residential Rezoning and Road Improvements, Knox County Board of Commissioners Meeting Summary, and Knox County Commission Meeting Highlights - March 31, 2025, 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 Knox County publish RFPs?
Knox County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 16 solicitations from Knox County. 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 Knox County?
At Knox County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. 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 50 decision-makers at Knox County.
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What does Knox County spend the most on?
Based on 3,785 tracked contracts, Knox County spends most on Capital Projects (1,885), Grants (1,053), Public Works (396), Environmental Services (319), and Public Services (132). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Knox County's current vendors?
Knox County currently works with vendors including FIDLAR, EDWARDSPORT SOLAR PARK LLC, SJCA, UNSER SOLAR LLC, GIBSON COUNTY, and LUCKY POINT 1790 LLC. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Knox County working on?
Based on 6 tracked meetings, Knox County is actively discussing: Knox County Board Approves Residential Rezoning and Road Improvements, Knox County Board of Commissioners Meeting Summary, Knox County Commission Meeting Highlights - March 31, 2025, Knox County Zoning Session Approves Key Rezonings and Child Care Ordinance, and Knox County Commissioners Approve Key Rezoning Requests, Defer Others. 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 Knox County have?
Knox County currently has 16 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,885), Grants (1,053), and Public Works (396). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IN's state portal, and other sources.