Talbot County bids, RFPs and contracts
Easton, MarylandPop. 38,238 · talbotcountymd.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 255
- 15 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 6
- Contracts
- 2,094
- 921 vendors
The 30-second brief
255 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Talbot County's meetings, most in parks & recreation and grants. The latest, from Oct 27: Correctional Facility Bids Inmate Food Services Amid Budget Increases.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 6. Latest awards: Trinityservices Group for trinity Continues Talbot County Inmate Food Services ($5.49 per meal for 65 to 69 inmates; officers’ meals $5.00 per meal; $10,000 per year for equipment improvements, Oct 2026) and ARAMARK for aramark Recommended for Talbot Inmate Food Contract ($5.99 per meal for 65 to 74 inmates; no cost for officers’ meals, including a salad bar; $20,000 per year for equipment improvements plus a $500 per month charitable contribution, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Talbot County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Talbot County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Talbot County buys from, taken from council records. 2,094 contracts with 921 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Talbot County.
Questions about Talbot County
How do I become an approved vendor for Talbot County?
Talbot County currently works with 921 vendors across contract types including FOOD_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and FINANCIAL_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 Talbot County?
Small purchases under MD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Talbot County include Talbot County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Talbot County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Talbot 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 Talbot County publish RFPs?
Talbot County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 22 solicitations from Talbot County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Talbot County?
At Talbot County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Building & Inspections, Talbot Humane / Talbot County Animal Control, Office of Code Compliance, Roads & Facilities, and Talbot County 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 64 decision-makers at Talbot County.
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What does Talbot County spend the most on?
Based on 6,322 tracked contracts, Talbot County spends most on Capital Projects (3,565), Public Works (1,117), Grants (643), Environmental Services (535), and Utilities (462). Contract types include FOOD_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Talbot County's current vendors?
Talbot County currently works with vendors including TRINITYSERVICES GROUP, ARAMARK, ELECTRICAL AUTOMATION SERVICES INC (EASI), SHORE UNITED BANK, HORTON, BAYVANGUARD BANK, MARYLAND LOCAL GOVERNMENT INVESTMENT POOL (MLGIP), and FESCO EMERGENCY SALES. These vendors span contract types like FOOD_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Talbot County working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, Talbot County is actively discussing: Talbot County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Talbot County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Talbot County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Talbot County Public Works Meeting: Water & Sewer Plan Amendments, and Talbot County Council Meeting: Zoning, Sewer Plans, & Alcohol Regulations. 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 Talbot County have?
Talbot County currently has 22 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,565), Public Works (1,117), and Grants (643). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MD's state portal, and other sources.