Ottawa County bids, RFPs and contracts
Port Clinton, OhioPop. 39,481 · co.ottawa.oh.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 25, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 24
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 5
- Contracts
- 918
- 456 vendors
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24 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Ottawa County's meetings, most in grants and public works. The latest, from Aug 25: County Seeks Grant for Comprehensive Plan Update.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 5. Latest awards: Office of Criminal Justice Services for county Approves Major Crimes Unit Subgrant Agreement ($68,451.52, Sep 2026) and Ottawa County Voucher Report for county Approves Voucher Report for Payment ($54,696.97, Sep 2026).
24 pre-RFPs tracked at Ottawa County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Ottawa County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Ottawa County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Ottawa County buys from, taken from council records. 918 contracts with 456 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Ottawa County.
Questions about Ottawa County
How do I become an approved vendor for Ottawa County?
Ottawa County currently works with 456 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, INSURANCE, FACILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 64 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 Ottawa County?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Ottawa County include Ottawa County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ottawa County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Ottawa 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 Ottawa County publish RFPs?
Ottawa County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 458 solicitations from Ottawa 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 Ottawa County?
At Ottawa County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Veterans Services, Administration, Senior Services, and Public Works. 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 64 decision-makers at Ottawa County.
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What does Ottawa County spend the most on?
Based on 1,185 tracked contracts, Ottawa County spends most on Capital Projects (505), Grants (268), Public Works (185), Recreation & Community Services (116), and Contract Admin (111). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, INSURANCE, FACILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Ottawa County's current vendors?
Ottawa County currently works with vendors including OFFICE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE SERVICES, OTTAWA COUNTY VOUCHER REPORT, CORSA, PORT CLINTON TRINITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, HOPE4 HEALING HEARTS, WOOD COUNTY JOB & FAMILY SERVICES, JOHNSON CONTROLS SECURITY SOLUTIONS, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, ERIE BLACKTOP INC, and R & I CONSTRUCTION INC. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, INSURANCE, FACILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Ottawa County working on?
Based on 23 tracked meetings, Ottawa County is actively discussing: Ottawa County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ottawa County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Ottawa County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Ottawa County Commissioners Approve Grant, Contracts & Expenditures, and Ottawa County Commissioners Meeting: Budget, Planning, and 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 Ottawa County have?
Ottawa County currently has 458 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (505), Grants (268), and Public Works (185). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.