Tompkins County, New York bids and RFPs
Tompkins County, New York posts bids and quote requests on BidNet Direct. Purchasing contact: Purchasing Division, (607) 274-5500, purchase@tompkins-co.org. County Legislature or Board of Supervisors agendas are published on Legistar.
Key facts for bidders
- Where bids are posted
- BidNet Direct portal (notices in Ithaca Journal)
- Bid platform
- BidNet Direct
- Purchasing contact
- Purchasing Division(607) 274-5500purchase@tompkins-co.org
- County Legislature or Board of Supervisors agendas
- Legistar
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How to bid in Tompkins County
Find the bid
Tompkins County, New York posts bids and quote requests on BidNet Direct.
Get the documents
Register as a vendor on BidNet Direct to download bid documents and receive addenda.
Prepare your forms
Most bids ask for: W-9; Certificate of insurance; Signed bid form and pricing sheet; Acknowledgment of every addendum.
Submit before the deadline
Follow the bid's instructions exactly: sealed envelope, mail, hand delivery or online upload. Late bids are usually rejected.
Watch for the award
Contracts are usually approved at a County Legislature or Board of Supervisors meeting; agendas are on Legistar.
State rules, forms and thresholds: How to sell to New York counties. New to county bidding? Read how to find county bids and the bid checklist.
Questions about bidding in Tompkins County
How do I find bids from Tompkins County, New York?
Tompkins County, New York posts bids and quote requests on BidNet Direct. Register as a vendor on BidNet Direct to download bid documents and receive addenda.
Does Tompkins County use BidNet Direct?
Yes. Tompkins County posts its bids and quote requests on BidNet Direct. FactWise also lists them, free to view.
How do I register as a vendor with Tompkins County?
Register on BidNet Direct so you can download documents and receive addenda. Ask the purchasing contact (Purchasing Division, (607) 274-5500, purchase@tompkins-co.org) whether the county keeps a vendor list and how to get on it. See our guide to registering as a county vendor.
Who is the purchasing contact for Tompkins County, New York?
Purchasing Division, (607) 274-5500, purchase@tompkins-co.org.
When does the Tompkins County County Legislature or Board of Supervisors meet?
Meeting dates and agendas are published on Legistar. Agendas often show upcoming purchases before the bid is advertised, and contracts are usually approved at these meetings.
What forms do I need to bid in Tompkins County, New York?
Each bid lists its own requirements. Most bids ask for: W-9; Certificate of insurance; Signed bid form and pricing sheet; Acknowledgment of every addendum.
Can I get alerts for new Tompkins County bids?
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