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Kenton County, Kentucky: bids, projects and agencies

Kenton County
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 5, 2026
Covington Independent School District
Agencies
102
School, City, City Department
Pre-RFP stage
2
Heading to bid
Pre-RFPs
38
3 in the last 30 days
3 new pre-RFPs in 30 daysOct 5

38 projects are in motion in Kenton County. Get the ones that fit you.

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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF

What's happening

Most activity in Kenton County is in Capital Projects, Equipment and Information Technology.

Who's buying

Housing Authority of Covington, Kenton County and City of Covington account for 76% of pre-RFPs.

Where it's heading

Of the projects listed, 24 are contract awards and 6 are contract changes or renewals.

Latest pre-RFPs in Kenton County

Agencies in Kenton County, Kentucky

102 agencies tracked

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Ludlow Independent School DistrictSchool · 813 studentsCity of LudlowCity · Pop. 4,391City of Crestview HillsCity · Pop. 3,301City of Park HillsCity · Pop. 3,188City of Lakeside ParkCity · Pop. 2,847Simon Kenton High SchoolSchool · 1,893 studentsDixie Heights High SchoolSchool · 1,499 studentsSummit View AcademySchool · 1,324 studentsScott High SchoolSchool · 1,017 studentsTurkey Foot Middle SchoolSchool · 1,006 studentsCity of Ryland HeightsCity · Pop. 951River Ridge Elementary SchoolSchool · 889 studentsHolmes High SchoolSchool · 855 studentsBeechwood Elementary SchoolSchool · 780 studentsTwenhofel Middle SchoolSchool · 775 studentsBeechwood High SchoolSchool · 762 studentsCity of BromleyCity · Pop. 738Lloyd High SchoolSchool · 711 studentsWhite's Tower Elementary SchoolSchool · 675 studentsKenton Elementary SchoolSchool · 650 studentsBeechgrove Elementary SchoolSchool · 645 studentsHolmes Middle SchoolSchool · 631 studentsJames a Caywood Elementary SchoolSchool · 582 studentsR C Hinsdale Elementary SchoolSchool · 555 studentsWoodland Middle SchoolSchool · 542 studentsTaylor Mill Elementary SchoolSchool · 508 studentsTichenor Middle SchoolSchool · 505 studentsFt Wright Elementary SchoolSchool · 469 studentsMary A. Goetz Elementary SchoolSchool · 455 studentsSixth District Elementary SchoolSchool · 454 studentsRyland Heights Elementary SchoolSchool · 443 studentsGlenn O Swing ElementarySchool · 392 studentsLudlow High SchoolSchool · 376 studentsPiner Elementary SchoolSchool · 354 studentsJohn G Carlisle ElementarySchool · 333 studentsNinth District ElementarySchool · 324 studentsHowell Elementary SchoolSchool · 299 studentsLindeman Elementary SchoolSchool · 287 studentsBiggs Early Childhood Education CtrSchool · 285 studentsMiles Elementary SchoolSchool · 278 studentsLatonia Elementary SchoolSchool · 233 studentsCity of Kenton ValeCity · Pop. 105Transformational Learning CenterSchool · 43 studentsEarly Learning CenterSchool · 40 studentsGuardian AngelSchool · 30 studentsNorthern Ky Youth Dev CenterSchool · 8 studentsCovington Adult High SchoolSchool · 7 studentsVilla Hills Police DepartmentCity DepartmentTransit Authority of Northern KentuckyPublic AuthorityThomas More UniversityHigher EdTaylor Mill Police DepartmentCity DepartmentRyland Heights Fire Protection DistrictSpecial DistrictPiner-fiskburg Fire DistrictFire DistrictPark Hills Police DepartmentCity DepartmentNorthern Ky Health Technology CenterSchoolNorthern Kentucky Water DistrictSpecial DistrictNorthern Kentucky TECHSchoolNorthern Kentucky Regional Airport AuthorityAirport AuthorityNorthern Kentucky Port AuthorityPublic AuthorityNorthern KY Technical CollegeSchoolNorthern KY Tech - EdgewoodSchoolLudlow Police DepartmentCity DepartmentLudlow Fire & EMS DepartmentCity DepartmentLakeside Parkcrestview Hills Police DepartmentCity DepartmentKenton County Library DistrictLibrary DistrictIndependence Fire DistrictFire DistrictFort Wright Police DepartmentCity DepartmentFort Mitchell Police DepartmentCity DepartmentFort Mitchell Fire & EMS DepartmentCity DepartmentErlanger Police DepartmentCity DepartmentElsmere Police DepartmentCity DepartmentElsmere Fire DistrictFire DistrictEdgewood Police DepartmentCity DepartmentCrescent Villa Volunteer Fire and Rescue AuthoritySpecial DistrictCovington CDALocal Housing AuthorityChapman Vocational Education CenterSchool

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Questions about Kenton County

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

There are 38 tracked government projects across 102 agencies in Kenton County, Kentucky. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (1,879), Grants (450), Public Works (316), Information Technology (287), and Public Safety (256). In the last 90 days alone, 19 agencies posted 577 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 Kenton County?

Kenton County has 102 government agencies spanning 12 types: School, City, City Department, Fire District, Special District, Airport Authority, County Department, Local Housing Authority, Public Authority, County, Higher Ed, and Library District. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are Kenton County (County, 2,030 projects), Beechwood Independent School District (School, 1,485 projects), City of Covington (City, 362 projects).

How do I bid on Kenton County government projects?

To bid on government projects in Kenton 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, Kenton County has 344 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 Kenton County?

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Kenton County are Capital Projects (1,879), Grants (450), Public Works (316), Information Technology (287), and Public Safety (256). Across all sectors, Kenton County has 2,062 contract awards and 202 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 Kenton County?

Procurement decisions in Kenton County are made by individual agency leaders — school superintendents, city managers, district managers, and housing authority directors, and department heads. Each of the 102 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Kenton County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

Which agencies are most active in Kenton County?

The most active government buyers in Kenton County by procurement volume are: Kenton County (County) — 2,030 tracked projects; Beechwood Independent School District (School) — 1,485 tracked projects; City of Covington (City) — 362 tracked projects; Covington Independent School District (School) — 314 tracked projects; Housing Authority of Covington (Local Housing Authority) — 296 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 Kenton County's procurement pipeline?

Kenton County's current procurement pipeline includes: 344 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 202 active opportunities open for bidding; 394 projects in budget planning; 1,156 grant-funded initiatives; 2,062 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 102 agencies in Kenton County are monitored to catch these pre-RFPs as they emerge.

How active is procurement in Kenton County right now?

Kenton County is actively procuring — 19 of the county's 102 agencies have posted 577 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (1,879), Grants (450), and Public Works (316). 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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