Mahoning County bids, RFPs and contracts
Youngstown, OhioPop. 224,706 · mahoningcountyoh.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 29, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 171
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 25
- Contracts
- 1,746
- 945 vendors
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171 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Mahoning County's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and information technology. The latest, from Oct 29: Chemical Feed and Treatment Solutions for Meander WWTP.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Nesco Resource LLC for summer Youth Program Amendment Listed for NESCO Resource ($500,000.00, Oct 2026) and Gleason Media LLC for advertising Services Agreement Listed for Gleason Media ($13,200.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Mahoning County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Mahoning County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Mahoning County buys from, taken from council records. 1,746 contracts with 945 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Mahoning County.
Questions about Mahoning County
How do I become an approved vendor for Mahoning County?
Mahoning County currently works with 945 vendors across contract types including STAFFING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 187 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 Mahoning County?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Mahoning County include Mahoning County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Mahoning County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Mahoning 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 Mahoning County publish RFPs?
Mahoning County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 25 solicitations from Mahoning County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Mahoning County?
At Mahoning County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Human Services, Data Processing (IT), Mahoning County Auditor’s Office, Mahoning County Office of the Dog Warden, Building Inspection, and District Court. 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 187 decision-makers at Mahoning County.
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What does Mahoning County spend the most on?
Based on 2,298 tracked contracts, Mahoning County spends most on Capital Projects (887), Public Works (478), Grants (403), Environmental Services (326), and Contract Admin (204). Contract types include STAFFING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Mahoning County's current vendors?
Mahoning County currently works with vendors including NESCO RESOURCE LLC, GLEASON MEDIA LLC, AM DOOR & SUPPLY, OHM ADVISORS, GPD GROUP, HOWLAND COMPANY LLC, ALCON MECHANICAL PIPING INC, PROUT BOILER, HEATING & WELDING INC, and S.E.T. INC. These vendors span contract types like STAFFING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Mahoning County working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, Mahoning County is actively discussing: Mahoning County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Mahoning County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Mahoning County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Mahoning County Commissioners Meeting: Approvals, Agreements & Budgeting, and Mahoning County Commissioners Meeting: Budget, Projects & Community Support. 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 Mahoning County have?
Mahoning County currently has 25 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (887), Public Works (478), and Grants (403). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.