City of Charles bids, RFPs and contracts
VirginiaPop. 6,610 · charlescityva.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Jun 23, 2026
- 5 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 9
- Contracts
- 187
- 129 vendors
- Decision makers
- 100
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9 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Charles's meetings, most in grants and administration & finance. The latest, from Jun 23: Mt. Zion Wastewater Treatment Plant Project Has Active Change Orders.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Administration & Finance.
Latest awards: Vision Software (Vision Government Solutions) for county Extends Vision Software Reassessment Contract to 2026 (Jun 2026) and Underground Connections for county Approves Mt. Zion Electrical and Plumbing Contract (Jun 2026).
9 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Charles. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Charles's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Charles buys from, taken from council records. 187 contracts with 129 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Charles.
Questions about City of Charles
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Charles?
City of Charles currently works with 129 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 100 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 City of Charles?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Charles include City of Charles — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Charles — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Charles City County Board Meeting: Finance, Development, & Public Concerns, 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 City of Charles publish RFPs?
City of Charles publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Charles?
At City of Charles, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Human Services, Police, and Board of Education. 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 100 decision-makers at City of Charles.
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What does City of Charles spend the most on?
Based on 328 tracked contracts, City of Charles spends most on Capital Projects (191), Grants (78), Administration & Finance (24), County Taxes (18), and Environmental Services (17). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Charles's current vendors?
City of Charles currently works with vendors including VISION SOFTWARE (VISION GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS), UNDERGROUND CONNECTIONS, POINT ONE, TIMMONS ENGINEERING CONSULTING GROUP, DAVENPORT, TIMMONS, AES, INBODEN ENVIRONMENT SERVICES (I.E.S), SPILMAN THOMAS & BATTLE, and VML VACO FINANCE. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is City of Charles working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, City of Charles is actively discussing: City of Charles — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Charles — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Charles City County Board Meeting: Finance, Development, & Public Concerns, Charles City County Board Meeting: Financials & Mini-Storage Rezoning, and Charles City EDA OKs Bond & Note for Capital Projects, Promotes Growth. 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.