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City of Fairmont bids, RFPs and contracts

Fairmont, West Virginia
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 27, 2026
11 days ago
Pre-RFPs
53
10 in the last 30 days
Open bids
3+
Next due Nov 17
Contracts
264
146 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

53 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Fairmont's meetings, most in transportation and environmental services. The latest, from Oct 27: City Preparing RFP for Sewer Design Bond Anticipation Notes.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 17. Latest awards: Fac Inc for fairmont Considers Big John Salvage Property Acquisition (Not to exceed $34,080.00, Oct 2026) and Allied Waste Services of North America LLC Dba Republic Services of West Virginia (Republic Services) for fairmont Extends Republic Services Sanitation Contract (11.2% rate increase during the extension term; resident sanitation bills expected to be approximately $52.00 per billing cycle including fuel surcharge, Oct 2026).

53 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 27

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Fairmont is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Fairmont buys from, taken from council records. 264 contracts with 146 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Fairmont

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

City of Fairmont currently works with 146 vendors across contract types including OTHER, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 53 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 Fairmont?

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

City of Fairmont publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WV's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 414 solicitations from City of Fairmont. 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 City of Fairmont?

At City of Fairmont, 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 Utilities, Main Street Fairmont, City Council, City Manager, and Finance. 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 53 decision-makers at City of Fairmont.

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What does City of Fairmont spend the most on?

Based on 559 tracked contracts, City of Fairmont spends most on Capital Projects (310), Public Works (139), Grants (58), Infrastructure & Maintenance (30), and Public Safety (22). Contract types include OTHER, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Fairmont's current vendors?

City of Fairmont currently works with vendors including FAC INC, ALLIED WASTE SERVICES OF NORTH AMERICA LLC DBA REPUBLIC SERVICES OF WEST VIRGINIA (REPUBLIC SERVICES), STEPTOE & JOHNSON, MERANTE, LAMAR COMPANIES, ALLIED WASTE SERVICES OF NORTH AMERICA LLC DBA REPUBLIC SERVICES OF WEST VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS, and BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE COUNTY OF MARION. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, and FACILITIES. 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 Fairmont working on?

Based on 20 tracked meetings, City of Fairmont is actively discussing: City of Fairmont — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Fairmont — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Fairmont — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Fairmont City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, FEMA Funds, Community Focus, and Arts & Humanities Commission Meeting: Art Projects & Applications Review. 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 Fairmont have?

City of Fairmont currently has 414 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (310), Public Works (139), and Grants (58). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WV's state portal, and other sources.

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