Philadelphia County bids, RFPs and contracts
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaPop. 1,574,281 · phila.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 19 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 52
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 165
- Contracts
- 75
- 29 vendors
The 30-second brief
52 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Philadelphia County's meetings, most in public services and public safety. The latest, from Oct 14: Operational Changes for Polling Place Accessibility.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Elections and Public Works.
Latest awards: Security Vendor for the City for city Commissioners Await Security Contract Bid Close (Feb 2026) and Contractor Security Partners for ongoing Use of Security Contractors for Election Site Safety (Nov 2025).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Philadelphia County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Philadelphia County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Philadelphia County buys from, taken from council records. 75 contracts with 29 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Philadelphia County.
Questions about Philadelphia County
How do I become an approved vendor for Philadelphia County?
Philadelphia County currently works with 29 vendors across contract types including OTHER, MAINTENANCE, Reporting, EQUIPMENT, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 138 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 Philadelphia County?
Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Philadelphia County include Philadelphia County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Philly Saves Program & Charter Amendments: Retirement Security & Governance, and Philadelphia Council Examines SNAP Crisis Impact on Food Security, 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 Philadelphia County publish RFPs?
Philadelphia County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 165 solicitations from Philadelphia County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Elections, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Philadelphia County?
At Philadelphia County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Philadelphia City Planning Commission. 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 138 decision-makers at Philadelphia County.
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What does Philadelphia County spend the most on?
Based on 962 tracked contracts, Philadelphia County spends most on Capital Projects (521), Elections (117), Public Works (116), Grants (105), and Public Services (103). Contract types include OTHER, MAINTENANCE, Reporting, EQUIPMENT, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Philadelphia County's current vendors?
Philadelphia County currently works with vendors including SECURITY VENDOR FOR THE CITY, CONTRACTOR SECURITY PARTNERS, OEM, PHILADELPHIA POLICE DEPARTMENT, LEXITAS COURT REPORTING, OPEX, BEAST SYSTEM, LIVESCAN PLUS SYSTEM, and ABACUS. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, MAINTENANCE, Reporting, EQUIPMENT, 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 Philadelphia County working on?
Based on 16 tracked meetings, Philadelphia County is actively discussing: Philadelphia County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Philly Saves Program & Charter Amendments: Retirement Security & Governance, Philadelphia Council Examines SNAP Crisis Impact on Food Security, Philadelphia City Commissioners Meeting: 2025 Election Preparations, and Philadelphia City Commissioner's Sunshine Meeting: Election 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 Philadelphia County have?
Philadelphia County currently has 165 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (521), Elections (117), and Public Works (116). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, PA's state portal, and other sources.