City of Portsmouth bids, RFPs and contracts
Portsmouth, VirginiaPop. 96,777 · portsmouthva.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 196
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 8+
- Next due Nov 9
- Contracts
- 545
- 313 vendors
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196 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Portsmouth's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and information technology. The latest, from Oct 28: Substantial Multi-Family Housing Rehabilitation Including Security Upgrades.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
8+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 9. Latest awards: Nesbitt, C. for permit Approved for Townhouse Development by C. Nesbitt (Mar 2026) and Community Housing Partners (Mar 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Portsmouth's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Portsmouth is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Portsmouth buys from, taken from council records. 545 contracts with 313 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Portsmouth.
Questions about City of Portsmouth
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Portsmouth?
City of Portsmouth currently works with 313 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 220 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 Portsmouth?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Portsmouth include City of Portsmouth — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Portsmouth — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Portsmouth — 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 Portsmouth publish RFPs?
City of Portsmouth publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 291 solicitations from City of Portsmouth. 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 Portsmouth?
At City of Portsmouth, 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, Finance, and City Attorney. 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 220 decision-makers at City of Portsmouth.
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What does City of Portsmouth spend the most on?
Based on 2,447 tracked contracts, City of Portsmouth spends most on Capital Projects (1,200), Public Works (517), Grants (388), Public Safety (221), and Recreation & Community Services (121). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Portsmouth's current vendors?
City of Portsmouth currently works with vendors including NESBITT, C., COMMUNITY HOUSING PARTNERS, NORFOLK REDEVELOPMENT & HOUSING AUTHORITY, MEB, RIPLEY HEATWOLE COMPANY, and NESBITT C.. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, and OTHER. 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 Portsmouth working on?
Based on 29 tracked meetings, City of Portsmouth is actively discussing: City of Portsmouth — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Portsmouth — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Portsmouth — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), EDA Meeting: Year-End Financials, Waterfront Dev., & High Street Fest Review, and Portsmouth Board of Zoning Appeals Discusses Variances & Exceptions. 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 Portsmouth have?
City of Portsmouth currently has 291 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,200), Public Works (517), and Grants (388). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.