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Franklin County, Kansas: bids, projects and agencies

Franklin County
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 13, 2026
Ottawa Unified School District 290
Agencies
73
City, School, Special District
Pre-RFP stage
1
Heading to bid
Pre-RFPs
22
3 in the last 30 days
3 new pre-RFPs in 30 daysOct 13

22 projects are in motion in Franklin County. Get the ones that fit you.

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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF

What's happening

Most activity in Franklin County is in Capital Projects, Public Works and Equipment.

Who's buying

Franklin County, Town of Homewood and City of Ottawa account for 91% of pre-RFPs.

Where it's heading

Of the projects listed, 18 are contract awards and 1 is an open opportunity.

Latest pre-RFPs in Franklin County

Agencies in Franklin County, Kansas

73 agencies tracked

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Ottawa Middle SchoolSchool · 456 studentsTown of HarrisonCity · Pop. 444City of RichmondCity · Pop. 440Town of HayesCity · Pop. 438Wellsville ElemSchool · 411 studentsTown of GreenwoodCity · Pop. 396City of WilliamsburgCity · Pop. 383Garfield ElemSchool · 368 studentsSunflower Elementary SchoolSchool · 333 studentsTown of AppanooseCity · Pop. 320Central Heights HighSchool · 300 studentsLincoln ElemSchool · 298 studentsWellsville HighSchool · 278 studentsCity of PrincetonCity · Pop. 255City of LaneCity · Pop. 244Central Heights ElemSchool · 239 studentsWest Franklin High SchoolSchool · 200 studentsAppanoose Elementary SchoolSchool · 191 studentsCity of RantoulCity · Pop. 172Wellsville Middle SchoolSchool · 167 studentsWest Franklin Middle SchoolSchool · 149 studentsWilliamsburg Elementary SchoolSchool · 102 studentsOttawa Virtual SchoolSchool · 14 studentsWellsville Fire DistrictFire DistrictUnited Cemetery AssociationSpecial DistrictTauy Creek Watershed Joint District 82Special DistrictRichmond-berea Cemetery DistrictSpecial DistrictRichmond Consolidated Fire DistrictFire DistrictPublic Wholesale Water Supply District 12Special DistrictPrinceton Cemetery DistrictSpecial DistrictOttawa University-ottawaHigher EdOhio Township Fire DistrictFire DistrictMount Olivet Cemetery DistrictSpecial DistrictMount Hope Cemetery District AssociationSpecial DistrictMarais Des Cygnes Drainage District 1Special DistrictLane-baker Cemetery DistrictSpecial DistrictLYON County/eckan HOUSING AUTHORITYLocal Housing AuthorityGreenwood Cemetery DistrictSpecial DistrictFranklin Rural Water District 6Utility DistrictFranklin Rural Water District 5Special DistrictFranklin Rural Water District 4Special DistrictFranklin Rural Water District 3Special DistrictFranklin Rural Water District 2Special DistrictFranklin Rural Water District 1Utility DistrictFranklin County Conservation DistrictSpecial DistrictFranklin Co EMSCounty DepartmentCentral Cemetery DistrictSpecial DistrictAntioch Cemetery DistrictSpecial DistrictAdventhealth OttawaPublic Hospital

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Questions about Franklin County

How do I find government contracts in Franklin County, Kansas?

There are 22 tracked government projects across 73 agencies in Franklin County, Kansas. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (4,625), Grants (933), Education & Training (565), Public Works (512), and Information Technology (482). In the last 90 days alone, 12 agencies posted 350 new projects. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFPs from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts — all in one place.

What types of agencies issue RFPs in Franklin County?

Franklin County has 73 government agencies spanning 11 types: City, School, Special District, Fire District, County Department, Utility District, City Department, County, Higher Ed, Local Housing Authority, and Public Hospital. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are Ottawa Unified School District 290 (School, 5,079 projects), Franklin County (County, 1,249 projects), West Franklin Unified School District 287 (School, 987 projects).

How do I bid on Franklin County government projects?

To bid on government projects in Franklin County, Kansas, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in KS publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, Franklin County has 1,068 pre-RFPs — projects that haven't been formally bid yet. The key advantage is getting in early — pre-RFPs from board meetings can surface 6–18 months before RFPs go live, giving you time to build relationships while projects are still being scoped.

What sectors are most active in Franklin County?

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Franklin County are Capital Projects (4,625), Grants (933), Education & Training (565), Public Works (512), and Information Technology (482). Across all sectors, Franklin County has 4,043 contract awards and 620 active opportunities on record. Detailed breakdowns by sector, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics.

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Who are the key decision-makers in Franklin County?

Procurement decisions in Franklin County are made by individual agency leaders — city managers, school superintendents, district managers, and county administrators, and department heads. Each of the 73 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Franklin County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

Which agencies are most active in Franklin County?

The most active government buyers in Franklin County by procurement volume are: Ottawa Unified School District 290 (School) — 5,079 tracked projects; Franklin County (County) — 1,249 tracked projects; West Franklin Unified School District 287 (School) — 987 tracked projects; Town of Homewood (City) — 850 tracked projects; City of Ottawa (City) — 548 tracked projects. These agencies represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFPs in the county. Every project from each of these agencies — including board meeting discussions, budget approvals, and vendor selections — is tracked, so you can engage early and build relationships before competitors.

What is Franklin County's procurement pipeline?

Franklin County's current procurement pipeline includes: 1,068 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 620 active opportunities open for bidding; 625 projects in budget planning; 2,320 grant-funded initiatives; 4,043 contract awards (competitive intelligence). Pre-RFPs are especially valuable — they surface 6–18 months before formal solicitations, giving you time to position with agency decision-makers. Board meetings, budget hearings, and planning sessions across all 73 agencies in Franklin County are monitored to catch these pre-RFPs as they emerge.

How active is procurement in Franklin County right now?

Franklin County is actively procuring — 12 of the county's 73 agencies have posted 350 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (4,625), Grants (933), and Education & Training (565). This level of activity means new opportunities surface regularly. Real-time alerts ensure you never miss a window — whether it's a pre-RFP discussion at a school board meeting or a formal solicitation from the county government.

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