Marion County bids, RFPs and contracts
Marion, OhioPop. 65,115 · co.marion.oh.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 55
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 16
- Contracts
- 1,024
- 613 vendors
The 30-second brief
55 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Marion County's meetings, most in grants and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 22: County Approves NEMT Services Contract for Job & Family Services.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: American Electric Power (Ohio Power) for marion County Approves AEP Utility Payment Certificate ($10,115.12, Oct 2026) and Citizens for Adamh for marion County Approves $40,000 ADAMH Payment ($40,000.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Marion County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Marion County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Marion County buys from, taken from council records. 1,024 contracts with 613 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Marion County.
Questions about Marion County
How do I become an approved vendor for Marion County?
Marion County currently works with 613 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 35 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 Marion County?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Marion County include Marion County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Marion County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Marion 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 Marion County publish RFPs?
Marion County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 16 solicitations from Marion 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 Marion County?
At Marion County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include City Attorney, and Juvenile Probation. 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 35 decision-makers at Marion County.
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What does Marion County spend the most on?
Based on 565 tracked contracts, Marion County spends most on Capital Projects (240), Grants (136), Public Works (90), Infrastructure & Maintenance (58), and Elections (41). Contract types include UTILITIES, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Marion County's current vendors?
Marion County currently works with vendors including AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER (OHIO POWER), CITIZENS FOR ADAMH, ESTATE OF SHANNON A ARNOLD, PROSCAPE LAWN & LANDSCAPE SERVICES, SHELLY & SANDS INC, SNYDER FUNERAL HOMES, AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER, ASCENDANCE TRUCK MIDWEST, EAGLE BRIDGE COMPANY, and J & J SCHLAEGEL INC. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Marion County working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, Marion County is actively discussing: Marion County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Marion County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Marion County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Marion County Commissioners Approve Funding and Agreements (Nov 25, 2025), and Marion County Commissioners Meeting: Construction, Security Approvals. 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 Marion County have?
Marion County currently has 16 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (240), Grants (136), and Public Works (90). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.