City of Forest Acres bids, RFPs and contracts
Forest Acres, South CarolinaPop. 10,390 · forestacres.net- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 25 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 27
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 12
- Contracts
- 77
- 54 vendors
The 30-second brief
27 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Forest Acres's meetings, most in grants and legal & compliance. The latest, from Oct 13: The council also discussed proposed contractual matters and legal advice related to election services provided by Richland County Voter Registration and Elections. The agenda does not show a decision, so the service relationship is still under review. This is relevant for any vendor support around election administration, process review, or related service support.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Richland County Voter Registration & Elections for forest Acres Discusses County Election Services Contract (Oct 2026) and Columbia Green for forest Acres Considers Agreement With Columbia Green (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Forest Acres's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Forest Acres has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Forest Acres buys from, taken from council records. 77 contracts with 54 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Forest Acres.
Questions about City of Forest Acres
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Forest Acres?
City of Forest Acres currently works with 54 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 47 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 Forest Acres?
Small purchases under SC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Forest Acres include City of Forest Acres — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Forest Acres — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Forest Acres — 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 Forest Acres publish RFPs?
City of Forest Acres publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 12 solicitations from City of Forest Acres. 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 Forest Acres?
At City of Forest Acres, 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 Zoning, Planning, Community Development, and Police. 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 47 decision-makers at City of Forest Acres.
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What does City of Forest Acres spend the most on?
Based on 278 tracked contracts, City of Forest Acres spends most on Capital Projects (171), Grants (43), Public Works (39), Public Safety (13), and Professional Services (12). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Forest Acres's current vendors?
City of Forest Acres currently works with vendors including RICHLAND COUNTY VOTER REGISTRATION & ELECTIONS, COLUMBIA GREEN, SATCHEL FORD PTO, LUMOS, GMK ASSOCIATES, SATCHEL FORD ELEMENTARY FREAKY FRIDAY, SPYGLASS GROUP LLC, and DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE JUSTICE. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and UTILITIES. 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 Forest Acres working on?
Based on 18 tracked meetings, City of Forest Acres is actively discussing: City of Forest Acres — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Forest Acres — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Forest Acres — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Forest Acres City Council: Zoning Amendments, Annexations, and Richland Mall, and Forest Acres Council: Annexations, Zoning Code, Richland Mall Redevelopment. 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 Forest Acres have?
City of Forest Acres currently has 12 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (171), Grants (43), and Public Works (39). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, SC's state portal, and other sources.