Muskingum County bids, RFPs and contracts
Zanesville, OhioPop. 87,014 · muskingumcountyoh.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 1, 2026
- 32 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 71
- Bids and RFPs
- 22
- Contracts
- 2,201
- 995 vendors
The 30-second brief
71 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Muskingum County's meetings, most in utilities and public works. The latest, from Oct 1: At its October 1, 2026 meeting the commissioners approved creation of Fund 259 to construct the Bethel-New Hope Road Waterline Extension. The resolution lays out OWDA loan funding and future line items for engineering fees, contract service, contingency, land acquisition, and advances. This is a strong pre-bid signal for waterline design and construction.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: G&m Construction for avondale Restroom Upgrade Award Goes to G&M Construction ($168,000, Oct 2026) and Marathon Engineering ($56,182.00 estimate; $17,842.40 approved for the county’s share after grant funding, Oct 2026).
71 pre-RFPs tracked at Muskingum County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Muskingum County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Muskingum County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Muskingum County buys from, taken from council records. 2,201 contracts with 995 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Muskingum County.
Questions about Muskingum County
How do I become an approved vendor for Muskingum County?
Muskingum County currently works with 995 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 161 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 Muskingum County?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Muskingum County include Muskingum County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Muskingum County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Commissioners Approve Budget, Jail Project, and Infrastructure Initiatives, 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 Muskingum County publish RFPs?
Muskingum County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 22 solicitations from Muskingum 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 Muskingum County?
At Muskingum County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Washington Township, and Administration. 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 161 decision-makers at Muskingum County.
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What does Muskingum County spend the most on?
Based on 1,624 tracked contracts, Muskingum County spends most on Capital Projects (751), Public Works (254), Grants (241), Utilities (213), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (165). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Muskingum County's current vendors?
Muskingum County currently works with vendors including G&M CONSTRUCTION, MARATHON ENGINEERING, DHS ASSOCIATES INC, PARMA ARMORY SHOOTING CENTER, BP, LPW, SHELLY & SANDS, SHELLY COMPANY, and NICHOLS ELECTRIC MOTOR REPAIR. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Muskingum County working on?
Based on 7 tracked meetings, Muskingum County is actively discussing: Muskingum County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Muskingum County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Commissioners Approve Budget, Jail Project, and Infrastructure Initiatives, Muskingum County Commissioners Meeting: Budget, Projects & Agreements, and Muskingum County Commissioners Discuss Infrastructure & Animal Welfare. 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 Muskingum County have?
Muskingum County currently has 22 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (751), Public Works (254), and Grants (241). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.