City of Fairfax bids, RFPs and contracts
Fairfax, VirginiaPop. 26,772 · fairfaxva.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 276
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 7+
- Next due Nov 6
- Contracts
- 1,194
- 674 vendors
The 30-second brief
276 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Fairfax's meetings, most in transportation and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 27: Council will discuss the Move Fairfax City draft Pedestrian Master Plan and draft Safety Action Plan on December 1, 2026. These plans shape future sidewalk, crossing, and safety projects before they become specific procurements. The discussion is useful for vendors that track planning, engineering, and implementation phases ahead of capital funding.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Transportation.
7+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 6. Latest awards: Verizon Virginia Inc for fairfax Plans Temporary Verizon Franchise Extension (Oct 2026) and Coxcom Inc Dba Cox Communications for fairfax Plans Temporary Cox Communications Extension (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Fairfax's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Fairfax is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Fairfax buys from, taken from council records. 1,194 contracts with 674 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Fairfax.
Questions about City of Fairfax
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Fairfax?
City of Fairfax currently works with 674 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 54 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 Fairfax?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Fairfax include City of Fairfax — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Fairfax City Council Approves Snyder Trail Funding, Reviews 2026 Program, and Fairfax Architectural Review Board Approves Townhome Construction, 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 Fairfax publish RFPs?
City of Fairfax publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 112 solicitations from City of Fairfax. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Fairfax?
At City of Fairfax, 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 Department of Public Works, and Office of Procurement Services. 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 54 decision-makers at City of Fairfax.
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What does City of Fairfax spend the most on?
Based on 4,339 tracked contracts, City of Fairfax spends most on Capital Projects (3,154), Public Works (349), Transportation (310), Grants (309), and Recreation & Community Services (217). Contract types include UTILITIES, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Fairfax's current vendors?
City of Fairfax currently works with vendors including VERIZON VIRGINIA INC, COXCOM INC DBA COX COMMUNICATIONS, ELECTRIFY DC, HEWITT, MICHAEL W, VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (VDOT), ANDREATOS, TERESA C, STAFFORD, DONNA J, ANDREATOS, JERRY GERASIMOS, STAFFORD, RODNEY K, and HEWITT, ABBY. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. 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 Fairfax working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, City of Fairfax is actively discussing: City of Fairfax — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Fairfax City Council Approves Snyder Trail Funding, Reviews 2026 Program, Fairfax Architectural Review Board Approves Townhome Construction, CFW Discusses WOI Award, Events, Website, and 2026 Initiatives & Budget, and Fairfax School Board Meeting: Tuition, Budget, and Superintendent Search. 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 Fairfax have?
City of Fairfax currently has 112 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,154), Public Works (349), and Transportation (310). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.