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Powhatan County bids, RFPs and contracts

Powhatan County logoPowhatan, Virginia
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 26, 2026
12 days ago
Pre-RFPs
118
8 in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
19
Contracts
371
173 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

118 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Powhatan County's meetings, most in parks & recreation and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 26: School Capital Improvements Including Intercom and Security.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Recreation & Community Services.

How they buy

Latest awards: Timmons Group for timmons Group Developed Aces Court Site Plan (Oct 2026) and Enteros Design PC for powhatan Considers Enteros Space and Staffing Study Contract (Oct 2026).

118 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 26

8 new pre-RFPs at Powhatan County this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Powhatan County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations Powhatan County has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who Powhatan County buys from, taken from council records. 371 contracts with 173 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Powhatan County.

Questions about Powhatan County

How do I become an approved vendor for Powhatan County?

Powhatan County currently works with 173 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 125 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 Powhatan County?

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

Powhatan County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 19 solicitations from Powhatan County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Powhatan County?

At Powhatan County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Human Services, Planning, Parks & Recreation, Library, and Fire. 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 125 decision-makers at Powhatan County.

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What does Powhatan County spend the most on?

Based on 2,177 tracked contracts, Powhatan County spends most on Capital Projects (1,553), Grants (234), Recreation & Community Services (179), Public Works (118), and County Taxes (93). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Powhatan County's current vendors?

Powhatan County currently works with vendors including TIMMONS GROUP, ENTEROS DESIGN PC, GLAVÉ & HOLMES ARCHITECTURE, RIVER CITY TENNIS LLC, DEWBERRY, COMMONWEALTH COMMERCIAL, LETTERPRESS COMMUNICATIONS, and ADVOCATES FOR MINORITY MENTAL HEALTH. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Powhatan County working on?

Based on 28 tracked meetings, Powhatan County is actively discussing: Powhatan County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Powhatan County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Powhatan County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Powhatan LBBCA Reviews PLC Demolition Permit Appeal: Zoning Dispute, and Powhatan Planning Workshop: Housing, Land Use Maps, and Future Zoning. 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 Powhatan County have?

Powhatan County currently has 19 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,553), Grants (234), and Recreation & Community Services (179). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.

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