Franklin County, Ohio: bids, projects and agencies
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- City of Columbus
- Agencies
- 919
- School, State, Special District
- Pre-RFP stage
- 2
- Heading to bid
- Pre-RFPs
- 37
- 22 in the last 30 days
37 projects are in motion in Franklin County. Get the ones that fit you.
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Most activity in Franklin County is in Infrastructure & Maintenance, Professional Services and Capital Projects.
City of Columbus, Dublin City Schools and City of Hilliard City account for 68% of pre-RFPs.
Of the projects listed, 20 are contract awards and 7 are open opportunities.
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Questions about Franklin County
How do I find government contracts in Franklin County, Ohio?
There are 37 tracked government projects across 919 agencies in Franklin County, Ohio. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (58,186), Grants (13,380), Information Technology (8,667), Education & Training (8,456), and Public Works (8,144). In the last 90 days alone, 120 agencies posted 5,977 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 919 government agencies spanning 20 types: School, State, Special District, City, City Department, Fire District, Higher Ed, Public Authority, State Agency, Airport Authority, County Department, Library District, Public Hospital, Utility District, County, Local Agency, Local Housing Authority, MPO, State Government, and State Housing Authority. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are City of Columbus (City, 25,484 projects), Columbus City Schools District (School, 12,460 projects), South-Western City Schools (School, 5,191 projects).
How do I bid on Franklin County government projects?
To bid on government projects in Franklin County, Ohio, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in OH publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, Franklin County has 16,134 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 (58,186), Grants (13,380), Information Technology (8,667), Education & Training (8,456), and Public Works (8,144). Across all sectors, Franklin County has 62,358 contract awards and 8,250 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, city managers, and university procurement directors, and department heads. Each of the 919 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: City of Columbus (City) — 25,484 tracked projects; Columbus City Schools District (School) — 12,460 tracked projects; South-Western City Schools (School) — 5,191 tracked projects; City of Gahanna (City) — 5,188 tracked projects; New Albany-Plain Local Schools (School) — 5,016 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: 16,134 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 8,250 active opportunities open for bidding; 8,190 projects in budget planning; 28,525 grant-funded initiatives; 62,358 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 919 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 — 120 of the county's 919 agencies have posted 5,977 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (58,186), Grants (13,380), and Information Technology (8,667). 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.