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Kent County
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 20, 2026
Kent County
Agencies
292
State, Special District, School
Pre-RFP stage
6
Heading to bid
Pre-RFPs
72
1 in the last 30 days
1 new pre-RFP in 30 daysOct 20

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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF

What's happening

Most activity in Kent County is in Capital Projects, Public Works and Grants.

Who's buying

City of Harrington, Town of Little Creek and Town of Houston account for 42% of pre-RFPs.

Where it's heading

Of the projects listed, 45 are contract awards and 15 are grant funding.

Latest pre-RFPs in Kent County

AwardConstruction of a recreation storage building with a lean-to at…Kent County · Oct 20 · $144,353ContractHardware and software renewal to extend support for the town's…Town of Smyrna Town · Aug 28 · $273,000ContractReimbursement agreement for emergency sewer repair due to an…Town of Smyrna Town · Jul 31 · $62,000AwardThe district notes ESSER-funded projects with advance payments…Caesar Rodney School District · Jul 21 · $1,267,350OpportunityHarrington Public Works is pursuing a new Sewer Equipment…City of Harrington · Jul 20 · $577,392Pre-RFPPotential relocation or lowering of an existing 6-foot fence to…Kent County · Jul 17 · $5,15056 more pre-RFPs matched to you in a free digestGet matches free →

Agencies in Kent County, Delaware

292 agencies tracked

Town of HoustonCity · Pop. 405 · 10 pre-RFPsTown of Little CreekCity · Pop. 199 · 10 pre-RFPsCity of Harrington10 pre-RFPsDelaware Technical Community College-terry9 pre-RFPsTown of Smyrna TownCity · Pop. 13,249 · 5 pre-RFPsTown of KentonCity · Pop. 231 · 5 pre-RFPsDuck Creek Library Tax District5 pre-RFPsTown of FredericaCity · Pop. 1,155 · 4 pre-RFPsKent County3 pre-RFPsCaesar Rodney School District3 pre-RFPsTown of LeipsicCity · Pop. 197 · 2 pre-RFPsTown of ClaytonCity · Pop. 4,527 · 1 pre-RFPTown of WyomingCity · Pop. 1,865 · 1 pre-RFPTown of MagnoliaCity · Pop. 291 · 1 pre-RFPTown of HartlyCity · Pop. 79 · 1 pre-RFPDepartment of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | State of Delaware1 pre-RFPDelaware State University1 pre-RFPWeights and Measures | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Veterans Home | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Training and HR Solutions | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Talent Management | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Talent Acquisition | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Supreme Court | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Statistical Analysis Center | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952
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Statewide Benefits | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952State of DelawareState Government · Pop. 1,059,952State Treasurer | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952State Lottery Office | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952State Jobs | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952State Housing Authority | State of DelawareState Housing Authority · Pop. 1,059,952State Fire School | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952State Fire Prevention Commission | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952State Fire Marshal | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952State Council for Persons with Disabilities | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952State Board of Education | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Senate | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Public Service Commission | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Public Integrity Commission | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Poultry and Animal Health and Food Products Inspection | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Plant Industries | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Pesticide Management | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952People and Culture | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952PHRST (payroll, Human Resources, Statewide Technology) | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Office of the State Election Commissioner | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Office of the State Bank Commissioner | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Office of the Public Guardian | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Office of the Commissioner | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Office of Vital Statistics | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Office of Veterans Services | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Office of State Planning Coordination | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Office of Pensions | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Office of Management and Budget | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Office of Highway Safety | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Office of Early Learning | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Nutrient Management | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Notary Public Section | State of DelawareState · Pop. 1,059,952Smyrna School DistrictSchool · 6,010 studentsTown of SmyrnaCity · Pop. 13,340Smyrna Police DepartmentCity Department · Pop. 13,340Town of CamdenCity · Pop. 4,176Town of CheswoldCity · Pop. 2,653Wyoming Police DepartmentCity Department · Pop. 1,865Smyrna High SchoolSchool · 1,777 studentsTown of FeltonCity · Pop. 1,386Smyrna Middle SchoolSchool · 1,011 studentsProvidence Creek Academy Charter SchoolSchool · 769 studentsSouth Dover Elementary SchoolSchool · 577 studentsNorth Smyrna Elementary SchoolSchool · 557 studentsSunnyside Elementary SchoolSchool · 507 studentsW. Reily Brown Elementary SchoolSchool · 506 studentsPolytech Adult EducationSchool · 499 studentsNellie Hughes Stokes Elementary SchoolSchool · 487 studentsW. B. Simpson Elementary SchoolSchool · 465 studentsStar Hill Elementary SchoolSchool · 429 studentsSmyrna Elementary SchoolSchool · 420 studentsTowne Point Elementary SchoolSchool · 341 studentsNorth Dover Elementary SchoolSchool · 333 studentsTown of BowersCity · Pop. 290Town of WoodsideCity · Pop. 200Town of ViolaCity · Pop. 145Positive Outcomes Charter SchoolSchool · 119 studentsTown of FarmingtonCity · Pop. 101Yarema Tax Ditch D48Special DistrictWillow Grove Tax Ditch D73Special DistrictWild Cat Tax Ditch D76Special DistrictWhitemarsh Tax Ditch D6Special DistrictWebb Tax Ditch D13Special DistrictVernon Tax Ditch D38Special DistrictTomahawk Tax Ditch D33Special DistrictTidbury Tax Ditch D79Special DistrictTappahanna Tax Ditch D32Special DistrictSouth Muddy Branch Tax Ditch D61Special DistrictSouth Mill Creek Tax Ditch D75Special DistrictSouth Herring Branch Tax Ditch D3Special DistrictSkeeter Marsh Iv Tax Ditch D72Special DistrictSkeeter Marsh Iii Tax Ditch D71Special DistrictSkeeter Marsh Ii Tax Ditch D70Special DistrictSkeeter Marsh I Tax Ditch D69Special DistrictSeven Hickories Tax Ditch D67Special DistrictSaulsbury Tax Ditch D41Special DistrictSangston Shields Tax Ditch D56Special DistrictQuarter Branch Tax Ditch D39Special DistrictProspect Tax Ditch D25Special DistrictPoint Branch Tax Ditch D30Special DistrictPetersburg Tax Ditch D65Special DistrictParsons Hill Tax Ditch D78Special District

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Questions about Kent County

How do I find government contracts in Kent County, Delaware?

There are 72 tracked government projects across 292 agencies in Kent County, Delaware. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (4,191), Grants (1,192), Information Technology (895), Education & Training (777), and Administration & Finance (652). In the last 90 days alone, 31 agencies posted 1,089 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 Kent County?

Kent County has 292 government agencies spanning 14 types: State, Special District, School, City, City Department, Library District, Higher Ed, State Agency, Local Housing Authority, County, MPO, State Government, State Housing Authority, and Tribal Government. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are Lake Forest School District (School, 1,474 projects), Caesar Rodney School District (School, 1,204 projects), Smyrna School District (School, 932 projects).

How do I bid on Kent County government projects?

To bid on government projects in Kent County, Delaware, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in DE publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, Kent County has 1,705 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 Kent County?

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Kent County are Capital Projects (4,191), Grants (1,192), Information Technology (895), Education & Training (777), and Administration & Finance (652). Across all sectors, Kent County has 2,398 contract awards and 619 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 Kent County?

Procurement decisions in Kent County are made by individual agency leaders — district managers, school superintendents, city managers, and university procurement directors, and department heads. Each of the 292 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Kent County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

Which agencies are most active in Kent County?

The most active government buyers in Kent County by procurement volume are: Lake Forest School District (School) — 1,474 tracked projects; Caesar Rodney School District (School) — 1,204 tracked projects; Smyrna School District (School) — 932 tracked projects; Delaware Technical Community College-Terry (Higher Ed) — 886 tracked projects; Delaware Technical Community College-Central Office (Higher Ed) — 827 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 Kent County's procurement pipeline?

Kent County's current procurement pipeline includes: 1,705 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 619 active opportunities open for bidding; 1,127 projects in budget planning; 2,911 grant-funded initiatives; 2,398 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 292 agencies in Kent County are monitored to catch these pre-RFPs as they emerge.

How active is procurement in Kent County right now?

Kent County is actively procuring — 31 of the county's 292 agencies have posted 1,089 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (4,191), Grants (1,192), and Information Technology (895). 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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