Bedford County bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 19 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 112
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 4
- Contracts
- 887
- 317 vendors
The 30-second brief
112 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Bedford County's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 15: County Review Recommends Internal Controls on Purchasing Cards.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: Virginia Risk Sharing Association (Vrsa) for county Changes Workers Compensation Provider to VRSA (Oct 2026) and Atlantic Union for bedford County Approves Atlantic Union Capital Financing (Not to exceed $26.5 million, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Bedford County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Bedford County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Bedford County buys from, taken from council records. 887 contracts with 317 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Bedford County.
Questions about Bedford County
How do I become an approved vendor for Bedford County?
Bedford County currently works with 317 vendors across contract types including INSURANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 319 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 Bedford County?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Bedford County include Bedford County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Bedford County Board Meeting: Park Improvements and Ambulance Purchases, and Education Funding, Landfill Closure, Community College: Bedford County Meeting, 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 Bedford County publish RFPs?
Bedford County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 99 solicitations from Bedford 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 Bedford County?
At Bedford County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Fire, Human Services, Police, and Community Development, Permit Technicians. 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 319 decision-makers at Bedford County.
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What does Bedford County spend the most on?
Based on 626 tracked contracts, Bedford County spends most on Capital Projects (369), Public Works (74), Grants (68), Public Safety (61), and Environmental Services (54). Contract types include INSURANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Bedford County's current vendors?
Bedford County currently works with vendors including VIRGINIA RISK SHARING ASSOCIATION (VRSA), ATLANTIC UNION, MOOSE LODGE #1897, STATE NON-ARBITRAGE PROGRAM OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA, MAX PLAY FIT, MOOSE LODGE ATHLETIC FACILITIES, and MCGUIREWOODS LLP. These vendors span contract types like INSURANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, and LEGAL. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Bedford County working on?
Based on 13 tracked meetings, Bedford County is actively discussing: Bedford County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Bedford County Board Meeting: Park Improvements and Ambulance Purchases, Education Funding, Landfill Closure, Community College: Bedford County Meeting, Bedford County Board Meeting: Grants, Recognition, and Development, and Bedford Council to Discuss Town Parcels; Business Opportunities Loom. 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 Bedford County have?
Bedford County currently has 99 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (369), Public Works (74), and Grants (68). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.