City of Durham bids, RFPs and contracts
Durham, North CarolinaPop. 305,561 · durhamnc.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 196
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 9+
- Next due Nov 13
- Contracts
- 4,201
- 1,943 vendors
The 30-second brief
196 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Durham's meetings, most in professional services and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 21: The attached FY26 RFP for Festival and Special Event Contracting Status Updates showed 31 contracts in 'contracts drafted' status and 69 applicants at notification, with 0 executed. The report also said 2 recommended awards were declined and negotiations were terminated for 1 recommended award. That points to an active festival contracting pipeline and a live follow-on opportunity window before contracts finish executing.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
9+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 13. Latest awards: GOTRIANGLE for goTriangle Transit Route Service Amendment Reported (Aug 2026) and SITESTREAM for siteStream Evaluated For School Speed Camera Program (Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Durham's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Durham is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Durham buys from, taken from council records. 4,201 contracts with 1,943 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Durham.
Questions about City of Durham
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Durham?
City of Durham currently works with 1,943 vendors across contract types including TRANSPORTATION, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FOOD_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 643 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 Durham?
Small purchases under NC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Durham include City of Durham — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Durham — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Durham BPAC Meeting: CIP Projects, Budget, & 2026 Leadership Elections, 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 Durham publish RFPs?
City of Durham publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2,338 solicitations from City of Durham. 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 Durham?
At City of Durham, 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 Durham Police Department, City-county Building & Safety, Auditor, Police, and City-County Planning Department. 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 643 decision-makers at City of Durham.
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What does City of Durham spend the most on?
Based on 10,985 tracked contracts, City of Durham spends most on Capital Projects (6,776), Public Works (2,136), Grants (1,097), Environmental Services (606), and Transportation (370). Contract types include TRANSPORTATION, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FOOD_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Durham's current vendors?
City of Durham currently works with vendors including GOTRIANGLE, SITESTREAM, BUS PATROL, HOUSING FOR NEW HOPE, VERRA MOBILITY, CENTRAL PINES REGIONAL COUNCIL, URBAN MINISTRIES, CITYSCAPE INC, REILLY, LEE ANNE, and ARESCO, MIKE. These vendors span contract types like TRANSPORTATION, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FOOD_SERVICES. 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 Durham working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, City of Durham is actively discussing: City of Durham — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Durham — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Durham BPAC Meeting: CIP Projects, Budget, & 2026 Leadership Elections, Durham Board of Adjustment Meeting on December 9, 2025: Key Variances, and Durham Cultural Advisory Board Meeting: Arts Funding, Roadmap, and More. 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 Durham have?
City of Durham currently has 2,338 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (6,776), Public Works (2,136), and Grants (1,097). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NC's state portal, and other sources.