Arlington County bids, RFPs and contracts
Arlington, VirginiaPop. 243,931 · arlingtonva.us/Home- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 88
- 17 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 9+
- Next due Nov 4
- Contracts
- 854
- 631 vendors
The 30-second brief
88 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Arlington County's meetings, most in transportation and public safety. The latest, from Oct 26: County Scoping Mental Health Co-Responder and Crisis Expansion.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
9+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: Virginia Department of Aging & Rehabilitative Services (Dars) (Oct 2026) and Pentagon Memorial Fund Inc (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Arlington County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Arlington County is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Arlington County buys from, taken from council records. 854 contracts with 631 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Arlington County.
Questions about Arlington County
How do I become an approved vendor for Arlington County?
Arlington County currently works with 631 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 76 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 Arlington County?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Arlington County include Arlington County Board Reviews Governmental Structure, Dec 17, 2025, Arlington County Board Meeting: Housing, Development, and Community Impact, and Arlington County Board Meeting: Key Decisions, Public Comments, and Policies, 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 Arlington County publish RFPs?
Arlington County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 250 solicitations from Arlington County. 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 Arlington County?
At Arlington County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Community Planning, Housing and Development (CPHD), Inspection Services Division — Code Enforcement, Department of Parks and Recreation, Department of Environmental Services (DES), and Public Safety Communications & Emergency Management. 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 76 decision-makers at Arlington County.
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What does Arlington County spend the most on?
Based on 5,392 tracked contracts, Arlington County spends most on Capital Projects (3,182), Public Works (723), Grants (666), Recreation & Community Services (563), and Transportation (258). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Arlington County's current vendors?
Arlington County currently works with vendors including VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF AGING & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES (DARS), PENTAGON MEMORIAL FUND INC, SEPTEMBER 11TH NATIONAL MEMORIAL TRAIL ALLIANCE, VIRGINIA PASSENGER RAIL AUTHORITY (VPRA), NATIONAL CIVIC LEAGUE, SAGRES CONSTRUCTION CORP, OAR OF ARLINGTON, ALEXANDRIA, AND FALLS CHURCH, and URBAN LAND INSTITUTE. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, 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 Arlington County working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, Arlington County is actively discussing: Arlington County Board Reviews Governmental Structure, Dec 17, 2025, Arlington County Board Meeting: Housing, Development, and Community Impact, Arlington County Board Meeting: Key Decisions, Public Comments, and Policies, Arlington County Board: Property, Litigation, Appointments, and Initiatives, and Arlington County Board Recessed Meeting: Property, Ordinances, & Resources. 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 Arlington County have?
Arlington County currently has 250 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,182), Public Works (723), and Grants (666). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.