Lackawanna County bids, RFPs and contracts
Scranton, PennsylvaniaPop. 216,502 · lackawannacounty.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Jul 23, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 42
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Jun 30
- Contracts
- 2,730
- 1,261 vendors
The 30-second brief
42 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Lackawanna County's meetings, most in parks & recreation and administration & finance. The latest, from Jul 23: County Focusing on Delinquent Property Tax Collection.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Transportation.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Jun 30. Latest awards: United Way for AAA Services Partnership with United Way 2026–2029 (Jul 2026) and Lack Pro Bono for AAA Legal Services Agreement with Lack Pro Bono (Jul 2026).
42 pre-RFPs tracked at Lackawanna County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Lackawanna County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Lackawanna County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Lackawanna County buys from, taken from council records. 2,730 contracts with 1,261 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Lackawanna County.
Questions about Lackawanna County
How do I become an approved vendor for Lackawanna County?
Lackawanna County currently works with 1,261 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 28 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 Lackawanna County?
Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Lackawanna County include Lackawanna County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lackawanna County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Lackawanna 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 Lackawanna County publish RFPs?
Lackawanna County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 200 solicitations from Lackawanna County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Lackawanna County?
At Lackawanna County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include County of Lackawanna Transit System (COLTS) — Fixed Route Operations, County of Lackawanna Transit System (COLTS) — Shared Ride Operations, Lackawanna County Workforce Development Board, and Department of Economic 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 28 decision-makers at Lackawanna County.
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What does Lackawanna County spend the most on?
Based on 1,852 tracked contracts, Lackawanna County spends most on Capital Projects (757), Grants (425), Transportation (375), Recreation & Community Services (149), and Construction (146). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Lackawanna County's current vendors?
Lackawanna County currently works with vendors including UNITED WAY, LACK PRO BONO, TELESPOND-ADC-OAAC, GHG, STEIER, LINDA, IN-HOME PC, ALLIED, MEDSTAFFERS LLC, SCRANTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, and INTERIM HH. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Lackawanna County working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, Lackawanna County is actively discussing: Lackawanna County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lackawanna County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Lackawanna County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Lackawanna County Commissioners Meeting: Budget, Grants, and Contracts, and Lackawanna County Commissioners Approve Budget, Discuss LEO Agreement. 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 Lackawanna County have?
Lackawanna County currently has 200 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (757), Grants (425), and Transportation (375). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, PA's state portal, and other sources.