Richland County bids, RFPs and contracts
Mansfield, OhioPop. 124,893 · richlandcountyoh.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 24, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 44
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 9
- None open now
- Contracts
- 2,700
- 1,280 vendors
The 30-second brief
44 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Richland County's meetings, most in utilities and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 24: The Clerk of Courts reviewed the 2027 budget and said the legal budget in the General Fund would rise by $76,000. Heidi Ewing said $50,000 of that increase is for health insurance, and she wants to add a position to help with case collections and inmate accounts. The union contract expires in 2027, which creates a future staffing and budget decision point.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: BRICKER for county Previously Purchased AIA Documents Through Bricker (Oct 2026) and Bricker, Graydon, Wyatt for county Defers Bricker Contract Template Services Agreement ($15,000 deposit, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Richland County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Richland County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Richland County buys from, taken from council records. 2,700 contracts with 1,280 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Richland County.
Questions about Richland County
How do I become an approved vendor for Richland County?
Richland County currently works with 1,280 vendors across contract types including LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 109 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 Richland County?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Richland County include Richland County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Richland County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Public Hearing: $6M Lease for Avita Health System Cancer Center Project, 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 Richland County publish RFPs?
Richland County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 9 solicitations from Richland 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 Richland County?
At Richland County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Police. 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 109 decision-makers at Richland County.
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What does Richland County spend the most on?
Based on 1,832 tracked contracts, Richland County spends most on Capital Projects (1,078), Grants (280), Public Works (280), Recreation & Community Services (117), and Environmental Services (77). Contract types include LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Richland County's current vendors?
Richland County currently works with vendors including BRICKER, BRICKER, GRAYDON, WYATT, ADENA CORPORATION, FIRST ENERGY, VASU COMMUNICATIONS, AEP, KOORSEN FIRE & SECURITY, and CATHOLIC CHARITES. These vendors span contract types like LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, MAINTENANCE, 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 Richland County working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, Richland County is actively discussing: Richland County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Richland County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Public Hearing: $6M Lease for Avita Health System Cancer Center Project, Bonner County Commissioners to Discuss Comprehensive Plan Update, and Richland County Elections Board to Discuss 2026 Budget, Election Finances. 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 Richland County have?
Richland County currently has 9 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,078), Grants (280), and Public Works (280). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.