Amherst County Public Schools bids, RFPs and contracts
Amherst, Virginia3,965 students · amherst.k12.va.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 7, 2026
- 20 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 61
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 6
- None open now
- Contracts
- 463
- 270 vendors
The 30-second brief
61 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Amherst County Public Schools's meetings, most in education & training and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 7: Elementary Schools Designated for CSI and TSI Improvement Plans.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Grants.
Latest awards: Memorandums of Agreement or Understanding for MOUs Listed for Board Approval (Sep 2026) and VERIZON for verizon Tower Update Mentioned (Sep 2026).
7 new pre-RFPs at Amherst County Public Schools this month. See all 61, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Amherst County Public Schools's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Amherst County Public Schools has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Amherst County Public Schools buys from, taken from council records. 463 contracts with 270 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Amherst County Public Schools.
Questions about Amherst County Public Schools
How do I become an approved vendor for Amherst County Public Schools?
Amherst County Public Schools currently works with 270 vendors across contract types including OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 35 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 Amherst County Public Schools?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Amherst County Public Schools include Amherst County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Amherst County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Amherst County Public Schools — 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 Amherst County Public Schools publish RFPs?
Amherst County Public Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 6 solicitations from Amherst County Public Schools. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Amherst County Public Schools?
At Amherst County Public Schools, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. Key departments include Kindergarten, Elon Elementary School, Monelison Middle School — Administration, Transportation Services, Student Services, and Board of Education. 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 35 decision-makers at Amherst County Public Schools.
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What does Amherst County Public Schools spend the most on?
Based on 1,774 tracked contracts, Amherst County Public Schools spends most on Capital Projects (638), Education & Training (416), Grants (372), Information Technology (229), and Administration & Finance (119). Contract types include OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Amherst County Public Schools's current vendors?
Amherst County Public Schools currently works with vendors including MEMORANDUMS OF AGREEMENT OR UNDERSTANDING, VERIZON, SOUTHERN AIR, SENTARA, GLAD MANUFACTURING, HORIZON, DCJS, WALMART, JOHNSONS HEALTH, and VIRCO. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Amherst County Public Schools working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, Amherst County Public Schools is actively discussing: Amherst County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Amherst County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Amherst County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Amherst County School Board Meeting: Budget, Policy Revisions, Recognition, and Amherst County School Board Meeting: Policy Updates, Finance, and Recognition. 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 Amherst County Public Schools have?
Amherst County Public Schools currently has 6 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (638), Education & Training (416), and Grants (372). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.