Leon County bids, RFPs and contracts
Tallahassee, FloridaPop. 299,048 · cms.leoncountyfl.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 60
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 339
- Contracts
- 1,213
- 583 vendors
The 30-second brief
60 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Leon County's meetings, most in public health and public safety. The latest, from Oct 27: Outpatient Behavioral Health & Crisis Pod Expansion.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Children’s Home Society for children’s Home Society Operates Family Resource Centers (Amount not stated, Oct 2026) and Big Bend Cares for leon County Continues Health Funding For Big Bend Cares ($77,000 for the indigent health program; $157,120 annually for HIV and sexually transmitted disease healthcare, prevention, education, testing, and outreach, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Leon County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Leon County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Leon County buys from, taken from council records. 1,213 contracts with 583 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Leon County.
Questions about Leon County
How do I become an approved vendor for Leon County?
Leon County currently works with 583 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 73 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 Leon County?
Small purchases under FL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Leon County include Leon County Charter Review: Food Security, Consolidation Discussed, Leon County Commissioners Approve Fire Service Evaluation, Address Funding, and Lyon County Commissioners Reorganize, Set Priorities & Recognize Achievements, 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 Leon County publish RFPs?
Leon County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and FL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 339 solicitations from Leon 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 Leon County?
At Leon County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Facilities Management, Purchasing, Leon County Sheriff's Office — Department of Detention, Leon County Sheriff's Office — Detention Operations, and Judicial Services Division, Leon County Sheriff's Office. 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 73 decision-makers at Leon County.
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What does Leon County spend the most on?
Based on 4,058 tracked contracts, Leon County spends most on Capital Projects (2,443), Grants (854), Public Works (316), Environmental Services (267), and Recreation & Community Services (178). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Leon County's current vendors?
Leon County currently works with vendors including CHILDREN’S HOME SOCIETY, BIG BEND CARES, BOND COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER, HEALTHY START, 2-1-1 BIG BEND INC, TALLAHASSEE SENIOR CITIZENS FOUNDATION, ELDER CARE SERVICES, NEIGHBORHOOD MEDICAL CENTER, DISC VILLAGE, and UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Leon County working on?
Based on 16 tracked meetings, Leon County is actively discussing: Leon County Charter Review: Food Security, Consolidation Discussed, Leon County Commissioners Approve Fire Service Evaluation, Address Funding, Lyon County Commissioners Reorganize, Set Priorities & Recognize Achievements, Leon County CRC Reviews Ordinance Conflicts & Inspector General Proposal, and Leon County Commissioners Meeting: WCTV Anniversary and Gun Violence. 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 Leon County have?
Leon County currently has 339 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,443), Grants (854), and Public Works (316). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, FL's state portal, and other sources.