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Sullivan County, Tennessee: bids, projects and agencies

Sullivan County
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 20, 2026
Bristol City School District
Agencies
69
School, Special District, City
Pre-RFP stage
3
Heading to bid
Pre-RFPs
18
2 in the last 30 days
2 new pre-RFPs in 30 daysOct 20

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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF

What's happening

Most activity in Sullivan County is in Transportation, Capital Projects and Supplies & Materials.

Who's buying

City of Kingsport, Kingsport City School District and Sullivan County School District account for 72% of pre-RFPs.

Where it's heading

Of the projects listed, 12 are contract awards and 3 are pre-RFP.

Latest pre-RFPs in Sullivan County

Agencies in Sullivan County, Tennessee

69 agencies tracked

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Sullivan Central Middle SchoolSchool · 604 studentsSullivan East Middle SchoolSchool · 586 studentsAndrew Johnson Elementary SchoolSchool · 558 studentsKetron Elementary SchoolSchool · 508 studentsJohn Adams Elementary SchoolSchool · 506 studentsBluff City Elementary SchoolSchool · 504 studentsThomas Jefferson Elementary SchoolSchool · 497 studentsAvoca Elementary SchoolSchool · 436 studentsAndrew Jackson Elementary SchoolSchool · 430 studentsAbraham Lincoln Elementary SchoolSchool · 420 studentsHaynesfield Elementary SchoolSchool · 405 studentsRock Springs Elementary SchoolSchool · 402 studentsFairmount Elementary SchoolSchool · 351 studentsMary Hughes SchoolSchool · 333 studentsIndian Springs Elementary SchoolSchool · 312 studentsHolston View Elementary SchoolSchool · 307 studentsEmmett Elementary SchoolSchool · 303 studentsJohn F. Kennedy Elementary SchoolSchool · 280 studentsAnderson Elementary SchoolSchool · 280 studentsTheodore Roosevelt Elementary SchoolSchool · 250 studentsCentral Heights Elementary SchoolSchool · 234 studentsTennessee Online Public SchoolSchool · 233 studentsMiller Perry Elementary SchoolSchool · 225 studentsSullivan Gardens Elementary SchoolSchool · 204 studentsPalmer Early Learning CenterSchool · 152 studentsTennessee Online Public School at BristolSchool · 15 studentsWellmont Bristol Regional Medical CenterPublic HospitalTri-city Airport AuthorityAirport AuthorityTri-cities Airport Authority Fire Fighting DivisionFire DistrictSullivan County Soil Conservation DistrictSpecial DistrictSullivan County Public LibraryLibrary DistrictSullivan County EMSCounty DepartmentSouth Fork Utility DistrictSpecial DistrictKingsport Police DepartmentCity DepartmentKingsport MTPOMPOKingsport Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityLocal Housing AuthorityKingsport Area Transit ServiceSpecial DistrictKing UniversityHigher EdIntermont Utility DistrictSpecial DistrictBristol Tennessee TransitSpecial DistrictBristol TN Fire DepartmentFire DistrictBristol HousingLocal Housing AuthorityBristol Bluff City Suburban Utility DistrictSpecial DistrictBlountville Utility DistrictSpecial DistrictBloomingdale Utility DistrictSpecial District

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Questions about Sullivan County

How do I find government contracts in Sullivan County, Tennessee?

There are 18 tracked government projects across 69 agencies in Sullivan County, Tennessee. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (3,391), Grants (1,521), Education & Training (521), Public Works (414), and Information Technology (305). In the last 90 days alone, 12 agencies posted 531 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 Sullivan County?

Sullivan County has 69 government agencies spanning 15 types: School, Special District, City, City Department, Fire District, County Department, Higher Ed, Local Housing Authority, MPO, Airport Authority, County, Library District, Public Hospital, State, and State Agency. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are Bristol City School District (School, 2,187 projects), Sullivan County (County, 1,836 projects), Sullivan County School District (School, 1,429 projects).

How do I bid on Sullivan County government projects?

To bid on government projects in Sullivan County, Tennessee, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in TN publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, Sullivan County has 827 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 Sullivan County?

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Sullivan County are Capital Projects (3,391), Grants (1,521), Education & Training (521), Public Works (414), and Information Technology (305). Across all sectors, Sullivan County has 2,804 contract awards and 581 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 Sullivan County?

Procurement decisions in Sullivan County are made by individual agency leaders — school superintendents, district managers, city managers, and university procurement directors, and department heads. Each of the 69 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Sullivan County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

Which agencies are most active in Sullivan County?

The most active government buyers in Sullivan County by procurement volume are: Bristol City School District (School) — 2,187 tracked projects; Sullivan County (County) — 1,836 tracked projects; Sullivan County School District (School) — 1,429 tracked projects; Kingsport City School District (School) — 1,341 tracked projects; City of Bristol (City) — 1,299 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 Sullivan County's procurement pipeline?

Sullivan County's current procurement pipeline includes: 827 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 581 active opportunities open for bidding; 698 projects in budget planning; 2,881 grant-funded initiatives; 2,804 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 69 agencies in Sullivan County are monitored to catch these pre-RFPs as they emerge.

How active is procurement in Sullivan County right now?

Sullivan County is actively procuring — 12 of the county's 69 agencies have posted 531 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (3,391), Grants (1,521), and Education & Training (521). 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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