Town of Franklin bids, RFPs and contracts
Lehighton, PennsylvaniaPop. 4,421 · franklintownshipcarboncounty.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 13
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 5
- None open now
- Contracts
- 480
- 241 vendors
The 30-second brief
13 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Franklin's meetings, most in capital projects and public works. The latest, from Oct 14: Solicitor Review and Contract Strategy for Trash and Recycling Hauling.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Jme Land Inc Dba Lehighton Scrap Recycling for junk Yard License Considered for Lehighton Scrap Recycling (Oct 2026) and BERKHEIMER for township to Consider Liaison Resolution for Berkheimer (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Franklin's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Franklin has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Franklin buys from, taken from council records. 480 contracts with 241 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Franklin.
Questions about Town of Franklin
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Franklin?
Town of Franklin currently works with 241 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 16 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 Town of Franklin?
Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Franklin include Town of Franklin — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Franklin — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Franklin — 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 Town of Franklin publish RFPs?
Town of Franklin publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 5 solicitations from Town of Franklin. 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 Town of Franklin?
At Town of Franklin, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Treasurer. 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 16 decision-makers at Town of Franklin.
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What does Town of Franklin spend the most on?
Based on 696 tracked contracts, Town of Franklin spends most on Capital Projects (375), Public Works (139), Grants (76), Environmental Services (63), and Public Safety (43). Contract types include OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Franklin's current vendors?
Town of Franklin currently works with vendors including JME LAND INC DBA LEHIGHTON SCRAP RECYCLING, BERKHEIMER, GWORKS, NUMBERS MADE EASY, JIM THORPE NATIONAL BANK, and ROCKHILL CONCRETE. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Town of Franklin working on?
Based on 3 tracked meetings, Town of Franklin is actively discussing: Town of Franklin — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Franklin — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Franklin — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026). 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 Town of Franklin have?
Town of Franklin currently has 5 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (375), Public Works (139), and Grants (76). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, PA's state portal, and other sources.