Knox County bids, RFPs and contracts
Knoxville, TennesseePop. 511,453 · knoxcounty.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 31, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 33
- Open bids
- 7+
- Next due Nov 3
- Contracts
- 490
- 369 vendors
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33 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Knox County's meetings, most in grants and public safety. The latest, from Aug 31: Long-Term Immunization Services Contract Approved.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
7+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 3. Latest awards: Jessica Swanson Consulting LLC for jessica Swanson Consulting Agreement Approved for Schools ($22,500.00, Aug 2026) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for EPA Air Quality Monitoring Agreement Extended Through 2027 ($80,000.00 initial award amount, Aug 2026).
33 pre-RFPs tracked at Knox County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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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. 490 contracts with 369 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 369 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, OTHER, SUPPLIES, FACILITIES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 42 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 TN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Knox County include Knox County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Knox County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Knox County Board Meeting: FY26 Budget, Construction, and Policy Changes, 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 TN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 963 solicitations from Knox County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Environmental Services. 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 42 decision-makers at Knox County.
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What does Knox County spend the most on?
Based on 449 tracked contracts, Knox County spends most on Capital Projects (259), Grants (125), Environmental Services (23), Professional Services (21), and Public Safety (21). Contract types include CONSULTING, OTHER, SUPPLIES, FACILITIES, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 JESSICA SWANSON CONSULTING LLC, U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY, APAC -ATLANTIC INC, PRI PAVEMENT RESTORATIONS INC, STRONG STOCK FARM LLC, WHALEY CONSTRUCTION LLC, TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (TDOT), TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, KNOXVILLE UTILITIES BOARD (KUB), and ROGERS GROUP INC. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, OTHER, SUPPLIES, FACILITIES, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Knox County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Knox County Board Meeting: FY26 Budget, Construction, and Policy Changes, Knox County Election Commission Meeting: Agenda Review, August 26, 2025, and Knox County Board Approves Contracts and Funding Initiatives for 2025-2026. 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 963 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (259), Grants (125), and Environmental Services (23). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TN's state portal, and other sources.