Onondaga County bids, RFPs and contracts
Syracuse, New YorkPop. 466,584 · ongov.net- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 7, 2026
- 27 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 166
- 16 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 8+
- Next due Nov 4
- Contracts
- 539
- 342 vendors
The 30-second brief
166 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Onondaga County's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Oct 7: At its October 7, 2026 meeting the board reviewed Stewart's Shops Corp's area variance for a new gas station and convenience store at 3566 State Route 31. The plan calls for demolition of existing structures and construction of a 4,500 square foot store with a 6-pump fueling station. The setback relief was still pending, so this remains an open commercial construction opportunity with a named operator.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Environmental Services and Parks & Recreation.
8+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: Deputy Sheriffs Benevolent Association of Onondaga County Inc for onondaga County Approves Deputy Sheriffs Labor Agreement (Oct 2026) and City of Syracuse for county Plans Aquarium Access Lease With Syracuse ($1.00 per year, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Onondaga County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Onondaga County is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Onondaga County buys from, taken from council records. 539 contracts with 342 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Onondaga County.
Questions about Onondaga County
How do I become an approved vendor for Onondaga County?
Onondaga County currently works with 342 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 69 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 Onondaga County?
Small purchases under NY's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Onondaga County include Onondaga County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Onondaga County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Onondaga 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 Onondaga County publish RFPs?
Onondaga County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NY's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 639 solicitations from Onondaga County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Environmental Services, Parks & Recreation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Onondaga County?
At Onondaga County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Onondaga County Department of Transportation, Finance Department, Real Property Division, Onondaga Lake Park, Onondaga County Parks, Parks and Recreation, and Water Environment Protection. 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 69 decision-makers at Onondaga County.
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What does Onondaga County spend the most on?
Based on 1,752 tracked contracts, Onondaga County spends most on Capital Projects (1,165), Environmental Services (180), Parks & Recreation (153), Transportation (131), and Public Safety (123). Contract types include OTHER, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Onondaga County's current vendors?
Onondaga County currently works with vendors including DEPUTY SHERIFFS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF ONONDAGA COUNTY INC, CITY OF SYRACUSE, MILLER STRATEGIES, PREPARED, CENTER FOR JUSTICE INNOVATION, YOUTH ADVOCATES PROGRAM INC, NUAIR, and HELIO HEALTH. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Onondaga County working on?
Based on 6 tracked meetings, Onondaga County is actively discussing: Onondaga County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Onondaga County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Onondaga County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Onondaga County Seeks Bids for $84M Electronic Bond Auction, and Onondaga County Standardizes Workdays for Officials. 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 Onondaga County have?
Onondaga County currently has 639 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,165), Environmental Services (180), and Parks & Recreation (153). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NY's state portal, and other sources.