City of Charles bids, RFPs and contracts
Charles Town, West VirginiaPop. 9,329 · charlestownwv.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 121
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 30
- Contracts
- 3,317
- 1,291 vendors
The 30-second brief
121 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Charles's meetings, most in capital projects and parks & recreation. The latest, from Oct 27: The Finance Committee scheduled a CIP (capital improvement plan) and budget update review. The item signals ongoing fiscal planning rather than a decided purchase, but it can surface funded projects, sequencing, and timing for future procurements. The next decision point is the October 27, 2026 committee meeting.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 30. Latest awards: Dr Acquisitions LLC for huntfield Development Bond Extended Through 2027 (Oct 2026) and Kimley-horn & Associates Inc for kimley-Horn Reviews Norborne-Glebe Bond Initiation (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Charles's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Charles is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Charles buys from, taken from council records. 3,317 contracts with 1,291 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Charles.
Questions about City of Charles
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Charles?
City of Charles currently works with 1,291 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 38 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 Charles?
Small purchases under WV's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Charles include City of Charles — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Charles — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Charles — 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 Charles publish RFPs?
City of Charles publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WV's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 20 solicitations from City of Charles. 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 Charles?
At City of Charles, 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 Board of Parks and Recreation. 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 38 decision-makers at City of Charles.
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What does City of Charles spend the most on?
Based on 10,140 tracked contracts, City of Charles spends most on Capital Projects (6,294), Public Works (2,018), Grants (863), Recreation & Community Services (517), and Environmental Services (448). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Charles's current vendors?
City of Charles currently works with vendors including DR ACQUISITIONS LLC, KIMLEY-HORN & ASSOCIATES INC, ARCADIA LAND INC, ESTIMATE ACORDN & TWIGG SYCAMORES ON LIBERTY ST 10.26 PDF, CACAPON INSTITUTE, ACORN & TWIGG, ACORDN & TWIGG, and BRITE COURT. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Charles working on?
Based on 29 tracked meetings, City of Charles is actively discussing: City of Charles — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Charles — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Charles — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Charles Town Parks & Rec: Pickleball Court Contract, Skatepark Feasibility, and Charles Town Council Meeting: FY26 Budget, Infrastructure & Projects. 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 Charles have?
City of Charles currently has 20 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (6,294), Public Works (2,018), and Grants (863). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WV's state portal, and other sources.