Anne Arundel County bids, RFPs and contracts
Annapolis, MarylandPop. 603,380 · aacounty.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 18 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 178
- 12 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 7+
- Next due Nov 17
- Contracts
- 419
- 155 vendors
The 30-second brief
178 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Anne Arundel County's meetings, most in capital projects and public works. The latest, from Oct 19: The council introduced a zoning ordinance to amend the BWI Mixed Use Overlay Area Map. The item is a land-use change, not a contract, but it signals continued development activity around the BWI area. Private development tied to the overlay may create follow-on work for design, engineering, and construction firms.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
7+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 17. Latest awards: Sawmill Partners LLC for county Property Sale Awarded to Sawmill Partners ($1,000,000 purchase price, Oct 2026) and Flock Safety for council Urges Review of Flock Safety Surveillance Policies (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Anne Arundel County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Anne Arundel County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Anne Arundel County buys from, taken from council records. 419 contracts with 155 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Anne Arundel County.
Questions about Anne Arundel County
How do I become an approved vendor for Anne Arundel County?
Anne Arundel County currently works with 155 vendors across contract types including OTHER, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 73 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Anne Arundel County?
Small purchases under MD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Anne Arundel County include Anne Arundel County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Anne Arundel County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Anne Arundel County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Anne Arundel County publish RFPs?
Anne Arundel County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 630 solicitations from Anne Arundel County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Anne Arundel County?
At Anne Arundel County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Office of Law, Retirement and Pension System Board of Trustees, Soil Conservation District, Community Engagement and Constituent Services, and Equity and Human Rights. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 73 decision-makers at Anne Arundel County.
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What does Anne Arundel County spend the most on?
Based on 3,332 tracked contracts, Anne Arundel County spends most on Capital Projects (2,326), Public Works (320), Grants (239), Recreation & Community Services (225), and County Taxes (222). Contract types include OTHER, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Anne Arundel County's current vendors?
Anne Arundel County currently works with vendors including SAWMILL PARTNERS LLC, FLOCK SAFETY, ROSE, REBECCA J, STOCKETT, JOAN, KAGLE, KILIAN, BONNER, ELIZABETH, BALDWIN, CHAD B, and MARYLAND AGRICULTURAL LAND PRESERVATION FOUNDATION. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Anne Arundel County working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, Anne Arundel County is actively discussing: Anne Arundel County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Anne Arundel County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Anne Arundel County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Anteronda Co. Council: Audits, Clean Energy Loans, Property Acquisition, and CCJC Meeting: Criminal Law Updates, Diversion Programs & Youth Initiatives. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does Anne Arundel County have?
Anne Arundel County currently has 630 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,326), Public Works (320), and Grants (239). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MD's state portal, and other sources.