Barbour County bids, RFPs and contracts
West VirginiaPop. 15,414 · barbourcountywv.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 16, 2026
- 18 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 26
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 20
- Contracts
- 828
- 476 vendors
The 30-second brief
26 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Barbour County's meetings, most in public safety and information technology. The latest, from Oct 16: The commission scheduled a fairgrounds security camera system installation grant award and cost overrun tied to Coal Reallocation funds. The item suggests the county is funding a specific security upgrade at the fairgrounds, with overrun costs still under discussion. The grant and funding path are the key buying signals. Next step is the commission vote on the grant award and related funding.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.
Latest awards: New Vision Renewable Energy Inc for commission to Discuss New Vision Energy Contribution (Oct 2026) and Board of Education for board of Education Agreement Linked to JAG Grant (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Barbour County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Barbour County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Barbour County buys from, taken from council records. 828 contracts with 476 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Barbour County.
Questions about Barbour County
How do I become an approved vendor for Barbour County?
Barbour County currently works with 476 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, STAFFING, EQUIPMENT, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 24 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 Barbour County?
Small purchases under WV's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Barbour County include Barbour County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Barbour County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Barbour 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 Barbour County publish RFPs?
Barbour County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WV's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 20 solicitations from Barbour County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Barbour County?
At Barbour County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Community Development, Parks & Recreation, City Council, High School, and Health. 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 24 decision-makers at Barbour County.
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What does Barbour County spend the most on?
Based on 616 tracked contracts, Barbour County spends most on Capital Projects (265), Grants (166), Public Safety (104), Information Technology (45), and Equipment (36). Contract types include OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, STAFFING, EQUIPMENT, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Barbour County's current vendors?
Barbour County currently works with vendors including NEW VISION RENEWABLE ENERGY INC, BOARD OF EDUCATION, CLAYTOR ENTERPRISES, WILSON, CHRIS, TRUCK BED ENCLOSURES, STARLINK, FUBAR, and OEM/911 CD. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, STAFFING, EQUIPMENT, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Barbour County working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, Barbour County is actively discussing: Barbour County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Barbour County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Barbour County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Barbour County Commission: PSD Board, Health Dept & Purchasing Policy, and Barbour County Commission Meeting Summary: November 3, 2025. 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 Barbour County have?
Barbour County currently has 20 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (265), Grants (166), and Public Safety (104). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WV's state portal, and other sources.