Union County bids, RFPs and contracts
Monroe, North CarolinaPop. 267,674 · unioncountync.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 3, 2026
- 3 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 109
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 9
- Contracts
- 1,656
- 1,058 vendors
The 30-second brief
109 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Union County's meetings, most in transportation and capital projects. The latest, from Nov 3: County Reschedules Reappraisal Cycle, Extending Procurement Planning Window.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 9. Latest awards: ESRI for county Plans Three-Year ESRI GIS Software Agreement ($195,025 annually; $585,075 estimated total over three years, Nov 2026) and Public Health Authority of Cabarrus County Dba Cabarrus Health Alliance for union County Approves Public Health Alliance Agreement (Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Union County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Union County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Union County buys from, taken from council records. 1,656 contracts with 1,058 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Union County.
Questions about Union County
How do I become an approved vendor for Union County?
Union County currently works with 1,058 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 52 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 Union County?
Small purchases under NC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Union County include Union County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Union County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Union 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 Union County publish RFPs?
Union County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 154 solicitations from Union County. 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 Union County?
At Union County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Facilities & Fleet, Union County Water, and Parks & Recreation. 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 52 decision-makers at Union County.
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What does Union County spend the most on?
Based on 1,501 tracked contracts, Union County spends most on Capital Projects (904), Grants (236), Public Works (137), County Taxes (123), and Environmental Services (101). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Union County's current vendors?
Union County currently works with vendors including ESRI, PUBLIC HEALTH AUTHORITY OF CABARRUS COUNTY DBA CABARRUS HEALTH ALLIANCE, NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF STATE HIGHWAY PATROL, VIPER, PAYMENTUS CORPORATION, NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF STATE HIGHWAY PATROL, ALLENS CROSSROADS VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT, TOWN OF WINGATE, H&C CONTRACTING INC, and YORK, RANDALL. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Union County working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, Union County is actively discussing: Union County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Union County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Union County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Union County: Modernization of Physical Security Technology Platform, and Addendum Issued: Yadkin River Water Treatment Plant Sludge Removal RFP. 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 Union County have?
Union County currently has 154 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (904), Grants (236), and Public Works (137). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NC's state portal, and other sources.