City of Bessemer bids, RFPs and contracts
Bessemer City, North CarolinaPop. 5,834 · bessemercity.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 22 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 103
- 11 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 5
- None open now
- Contracts
- 511
- 229 vendors
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103 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Bessemer's meetings, most in utilities and environmental services. The latest, from Oct 12: City Evaluating Permitting Software Replacements.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: IWORQ for iWorQ Considered for Bessemer City Permitting System (Oct 2026) and Mcgill Associates P.A. for bessemer City Adopts Stormwater Plan by McGill Associates (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Bessemer's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Bessemer has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Bessemer buys from, taken from council records. 511 contracts with 229 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Bessemer.
Questions about City of Bessemer
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Bessemer?
City of Bessemer currently works with 229 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. 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 City of Bessemer?
Small purchases under NC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Bessemer include City of Bessemer — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Bessemer — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Bessemer — 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 City of Bessemer publish RFPs?
City of Bessemer publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 5 solicitations from City of Bessemer. 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 City of Bessemer?
At City of Bessemer, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Finance, Planning, Parks and Recreation, and Police. 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 City of Bessemer.
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What does City of Bessemer spend the most on?
Based on 2,044 tracked contracts, City of Bessemer spends most on Capital Projects (1,331), Public Works (334), Grants (192), Environmental Services (106), and Recreation & Community Services (81). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Bessemer's current vendors?
City of Bessemer currently works with vendors including IWORQ, MCGILL ASSOCIATES P.A., MALLO, KAREN, WASTE PRO, KINTEGRA HEALTH, ENERGOV, CLOUD PERMIT, HARVIN ENGINEERING PLLC, APPLING BORING COMPANY INC, and MCGILL ASSOCIATES PA. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is City of Bessemer working on?
Based on 3 tracked meetings, City of Bessemer is actively discussing: City of Bessemer — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Bessemer — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Bessemer — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026). 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 City of Bessemer have?
City of Bessemer currently has 5 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,331), Public Works (334), and Grants (192). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NC's state portal, and other sources.