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City of Emporia bids, RFPs and contracts

Emporia, Virginia
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 13, 2026
25 days ago
Pre-RFPs
28
1 in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
63
Contracts
187
139 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

28 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Emporia's meetings, most in legal & compliance and professional services. The latest, from Oct 13: City Council Reviewing Series 2026 General Obligation Refunding Bond.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.

How they buy

Latest awards: Downey & Scott for downey & Scott on Police Project Team (Sep 2026) and English Construction for english Construction on Police Project Team (Sep 2026).

28 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 13

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Emporia's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Emporia has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Emporia buys from, taken from council records. 187 contracts with 139 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Emporia.

Questions about City of Emporia

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Emporia?

City of Emporia currently works with 139 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 43 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 Emporia?

Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Emporia include City of Emporia — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Emporia — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Emporia — 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 City of Emporia publish RFPs?

City of Emporia publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 63 solicitations from City of Emporia. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Emporia?

At City of Emporia, 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 Resources, Planning, City Council, Animal Control, and Elections. 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 43 decision-makers at City of Emporia.

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What does City of Emporia spend the most on?

Based on 347 tracked contracts, City of Emporia spends most on Capital Projects (215), Grants (51), Public Works (42), Public Services (24), and Public Safety (15). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Emporia's current vendors?

City of Emporia currently works with vendors including DOWNEY & SCOTT, ENGLISH CONSTRUCTION, MOSELEY ARCHITECTS, DAVENPORT & COMPANY LLC, THE BERKLEY GROUP, VDOT, and SADLER BROTHERS OIL CO. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and CONSULTING. 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 Emporia working on?

Based on 21 tracked meetings, City of Emporia is actively discussing: City of Emporia — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Emporia — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Emporia — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Emporia Council: Utilities Plan, Police Facility Debate, Revenue Concerns, and Emporia City Council: Flood Hazard Amendment, Donation Acceptance. 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 City of Emporia have?

City of Emporia currently has 63 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (215), Grants (51), and Public Works (42). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.

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