State of Ohio bids, RFPs and contracts
Columbus, OhioPop. 11,900,510 · ohio.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 5, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 26
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 1
- 1 vendor
- Population
- 11,900,510
The 30-second brief
26 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in State of Ohio's meetings, most in information technology and public safety. The latest, from Oct 6: Ohio Sub. H.B. 251 establishes drone data retention mandates for law enforcement.
Education & Training leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Information Technology and Public Health.
Latest award: Office of the Ohio Attorney General for ohio Board Required to Contract with Attorney General (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in State of Ohio's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who State of Ohio buys from, taken from council records. 1 contract with 1 vendor.
Questions about State of Ohio
How do I become an approved vendor for State of Ohio?
State of Ohio currently works with 1 vendors across contract types including LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with State of Ohio?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Education & Training (82), Information Technology (51), and Public Health (47), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 State of Ohio publish RFPs?
State of Ohio publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at State of Ohio?
At State of Ohio, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does State of Ohio spend the most on?
Based on 250 tracked contracts, State of Ohio spends most on Education & Training (82), Information Technology (51), Public Health (47), Administration & Finance (38), and Public Safety (32). Contract types include LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are State of Ohio's current vendors?
State of Ohio currently works with vendors including OFFICE OF THE OHIO ATTORNEY GENERAL. These vendors span contract types like LEGAL. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.