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Franklin County
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 7, 2026
Kentucky General Assembly | Commonwealth of Kentucky
Agencies
380
State, School, Special District
Pre-RFPs
10
1 in the last 30 days
1 new pre-RFP in 30 daysOct 7

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What's happening

Most activity in Franklin County is in Professional Services, Education & Training and Administration & Finance.

Who's buying

City of Frankfort, Kentucky Public Pensions Authority | Commonwealth of Kentucky and Kentucky General Assembly | Commonwealth of Kentucky account for 90% of pre-RFPs.

Where it's heading

Of the projects listed, 6 are contract awards and 2 are grant funding.

Latest pre-RFPs in Franklin County

GrantAnnual or recurring Safe Kentucky Teen Driver Challenge to…Kentucky General Assembly | Commonwealth of Kentucky · Oct 7 · $10,000AwardInvestment commitment to Blue Sea Capital Fund IVKentucky Public Pensions Authority | Commonwealth of Kentucky · Sep 15 · $90,000,000AwardInvestment of up to 90 million dollars in Blue Sea Capital Fund…Kentucky Public Pensions Authority | Commonwealth of Kentucky · Sep 15 · $90,000,000AwardConstruction of a 40 by 100 commodity shed for a local grain and…Kentucky General Assembly | Commonwealth of Kentucky · Sep 11 · $65,000ContractIncrease contract value for external legal counsel services with…Kentucky Public Pensions Authority | Commonwealth of Kentucky · Sep 10 · $150,000

Agencies in Franklin County, Kentucky

380 agencies tracked

City of Frankfort4 pre-RFPsKentucky Public Pensions Authority | Commonwealth of KentuckyState · 3 pre-RFPsKentucky General Assembly | Commonwealth of Kentucky2 pre-RFPsKentucky Council on Postsecondary Education | Commonwealth of Kentucky1 pre-RFPKentucky Transportation Cabinet | Commonwealth of KentuckyState · Pop. 4,606,864Kentucky State University Police Department | Commonwealth of KentuckyState Agency · Pop. 4,606,864Kentucky State Police | Commonwealth of KentuckyState · Pop. 4,606,864Kentucky Secretary of State | Commonwealth of KentuckyState · Pop. 4,606,864Kentucky Public Protection Cabinet | Commonwealth of KentuckyState Agency · Pop. 4,606,864Kentucky Office of the Prosecutors Advisory Council | Commonwealth of KentuckyState · Pop. 4,606,864Kentucky Office of the Attorney General | Commonwealth of KentuckyState · Pop. 4,606,864Kentucky Labor Cabinet | Commonwealth of KentuckyState · Pop. 4,606,864Kentucky State UniversityHigher Ed · 2,805 studentsWestern Hills High SchoolSchool · 827 studentsSecond Street SchoolSchool · 565 studentsPeaks Mill ElementarySchool · 453 studentsWestridge ElementarySchool · 351 studentsThe AcademySchool · 38 studentsWilliam Cofield High SchoolSchool · 22 studentsPanther Transition AcademySchool · 17 studentsPeaks Mill Water DistrictUtility DistrictOffice of the Lieutenant Governor of Kentucky | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateOffice of the Governor of Kentucky | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Workforce Innovation Board | Commonwealth of KentuckyState
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Kentucky Workers Compensation Funding Commission | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Transportation Office of the Secretary | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Transportation Office of Support Services | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Transportation Office of Inspector General | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Transportation Office of Information Technology | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Transportation Office of Human Resource Management | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Transportation Maintenance Division | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Teachers Retirement System | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky State Treasury | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky State Board of Elections | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky State Board for the Certification of Librarians | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky River Authority | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky 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Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Senior Protection | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Rate Intervention | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Property Valuation | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Project Management | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Procurement Services | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Medicaid Fraud and Abuse Control | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of KY Business One-stop | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Income Taxation | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of IT Services and Delivery | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of IT Architecture and Governance | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Homeland Security | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Highway Safety | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Health Data and Analytics | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Financial Management | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Facility Development and Efficiency | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Entrepreneurship | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Energy Policy | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Drug Control Policy | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Diversity, Equality and Training | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Criminal Appeals | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Consumer and Environmental Protection | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Civil and Environmental Law | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Child Abuse & Human Trafficking Prevention & Prosecution | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Career and Technical Education | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Building and Mechanical Services | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Agricultural Policy | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office of Adult Education | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office for Employee Relations | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office for Civil Rights and Small Business Development | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Office for Agricultural Marketing | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Native American Heritage Commission | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky National Guard | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Motor Vehicle Commission | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Mine Safety Review Commission | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Legislative Ethics Commission | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Labor Cabinet Small Business Ombudsman | Commonwealth of KentuckyStateKentucky Labor Cabinet Office of Inspector General | Commonwealth of KentuckyState

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Questions about Franklin County

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

There are 10 tracked government projects across 380 agencies in Franklin County, Kentucky. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (1,637), Grants (708), Education & Training (531), Administration & Finance (462), and Information Technology (411). In the last 90 days alone, 45 agencies posted 1,231 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 380 government agencies spanning 15 types: State, School, Special District, State Agency, Fire District, Local Housing Authority, City, City Department, County, County Department, Higher Ed, Public Authority, State Government, State Housing Authority, and Utility District. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are Kentucky State University (Higher Ed, 2,011 projects), Franklin County (County, 1,309 projects), Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education (State, 303 projects).

How do I bid on Franklin County government projects?

To bid on government projects in Franklin County, Kentucky, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in KY publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, Franklin County has 1,132 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 (1,637), Grants (708), Education & Training (531), Administration & Finance (462), and Information Technology (411). Across all sectors, Franklin County has 1,540 contract awards and 195 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 — school superintendents, district managers, housing authority directors, and city managers, and department heads. Each of the 380 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: Kentucky State University (Higher Ed) — 2,011 tracked projects; Franklin County (County) — 1,309 tracked projects; Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education (State) — 303 tracked projects; Kentucky General Assembly | Commonwealth of Kentucky (State) — 280 tracked projects; Franklin County School District (School) — 279 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: 1,132 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 195 active opportunities open for bidding; 322 projects in budget planning; 1,329 grant-funded initiatives; 1,540 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 380 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 — 45 of the county's 380 agencies have posted 1,231 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (1,637), Grants (708), and Education & Training (531). 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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