Ontario County bids, RFPs and contracts
Canandaigua, New YorkPop. 113,130 · ontariocountyny.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 499
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Dec 15
- Contracts
- 14,424
- 2,787 vendors
The 30-second brief
499 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Ontario County's meetings, most in grants and information technology. The latest, from Oct 15: Bike Safety Education Grant Accepted.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Dec 15. Latest awards: Hodgson Russ for hodgson Russ Listed as IDA Contract Staff (Oct 2026) and Nixon Peabody for nixon Peabody Listed as IDA Contract Staff (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Ontario County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Ontario County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Ontario County buys from, taken from council records. 14,424 contracts with 2,787 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Ontario County.
Questions about Ontario County
How do I become an approved vendor for Ontario County?
Ontario County currently works with 2,787 vendors across contract types including Legal Services, Municipal Cooperation Agreement, Appointment, LEGAL, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 68 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 Ontario County?
Small purchases under NY's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Ontario County include Ontario County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ontario County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Ontario 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 Ontario County publish RFPs?
Ontario County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NY's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1,949 solicitations from Ontario County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Ontario County?
At Ontario County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Administration, Town of Canandaigua, Town of Canadice, Town of Bristol, and City of Canandaigua. 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 68 decision-makers at Ontario County.
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What does Ontario County spend the most on?
Based on 14,393 tracked contracts, Ontario County spends most on Capital Projects (7,675), Grants (2,839), Environmental Services (1,408), Public Safety (1,242), and Public Works (1,229). Contract types include Legal Services, Municipal Cooperation Agreement, Appointment, LEGAL, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Ontario County's current vendors?
Ontario County currently works with vendors including NIXON PEABODY, TOWN OF PHELPS, PHILLIP PERSONALE, CRAFTY ALES & LAGERS, HODGSON RUSS, GERMAN BROTHERS MARINA, FINGER LAKES COMMUNICATIONS CO INC, NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF CHILDREN & FAMILY SERVICES, and COREBRIDGE FINANCIAL. These vendors span contract types like Legal Services, Municipal Cooperation Agreement, Appointment, LEGAL, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Ontario County working on?
Based on 24 tracked meetings, Ontario County is actively discussing: Ontario County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ontario County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Ontario County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), IDA Board Meeting: Public Hearings Set for Akoustis, Coopervison, Others, and Ontario County IDA Board Meeting: Project Approvals & Business Updates. 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 Ontario County have?
Ontario County currently has 1,949 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (7,675), Grants (2,839), and Environmental Services (1,408). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NY's state portal, and other sources.