Northampton County bids, RFPs and contracts
VirginiaPop. 11,879 · co.northampton.va.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 143
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1
- Contracts
- 1,724
- 885 vendors
The 30-second brief
143 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Northampton County's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 27: The CTE renovation slides said upgraded electrical capacity was needed to support larger Culinary Arts equipment purchased through an approximately $250,000 USDA grant. The document tied that equipment to hands-on student instruction and said the electrical work was necessary to fully use it. This was part of the broader October 27, 2026 discussion of the CTE building renovation. Decision state: the grant-funded equipment need was described as already in place, while supporting electrical work was still part of the renovation plan.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Legal & Compliance.
1 open RFP. Latest awards: Diligent Community for county Works With Diligent on Accessible Meeting Streaming (Oct 2026) and Eastrn Shore Community Services Board (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Northampton County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Northampton County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Northampton County buys from, taken from council records. 1,724 contracts with 885 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Northampton County.
Questions about Northampton County
How do I become an approved vendor for Northampton County?
Northampton County currently works with 885 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 39 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 Northampton County?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Northampton County include Northampton County Board to Discuss Zoning and Tourism Grant on Sept 23, Northampton County Board Meeting: Zoning, Budget, & Policy Decisions, and Northampton County Board to Review Dock Request, Hunger Plan, Evacuation, 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 Northampton County publish RFPs?
Northampton County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 6 solicitations from Northampton County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Legal & Compliance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Northampton County?
At Northampton County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Accomack-Northampton Planning District Commission Economic Development Committee, Northampton County School Board, and Board of Supervisors. 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 39 decision-makers at Northampton County.
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What does Northampton County spend the most on?
Based on 3,750 tracked contracts, Northampton County spends most on Capital Projects (2,068), Grants (563), Legal & Compliance (422), Environmental Services (404), and Public Safety (293). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Northampton County's current vendors?
Northampton County currently works with vendors including DILIGENT COMMUNITY, EASTRN SHORE COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD, AMERICAN WATER, ARCADIS, FOWLING POINT OYSTER, PEARL MARKET, PATH2GOAL, STRYKER MEDICAL, AMBULANCE, and BERKLEY. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Northampton County working on?
Based on 16 tracked meetings, Northampton County is actively discussing: Northampton County Board to Discuss Zoning and Tourism Grant on Sept 23, Northampton County Board Meeting: Zoning, Budget, & Policy Decisions, Northampton County Board to Review Dock Request, Hunger Plan, Evacuation, Northampton County Supervisors Review Budget, Opioid Settlements, Zoning, and Northampton County Supervisors Meeting: Agenda Adoption & Closed Session. 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 Northampton County have?
Northampton County currently has 6 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,068), Grants (563), and Legal & Compliance (422). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.