City of New Bern bids, RFPs and contracts
New Bern, North CarolinaPop. 34,724 · newbernnc.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 129
- 16 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 121
- Contracts
- 1,847
- 722 vendors
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129 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of New Bern's meetings, most in utilities and professional services. The latest, from Oct 28: Stormwater Basin and Site Work for Dog Training Facility.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Area Day Reporting Program for Youth for new Bern Plans Renewal of Youth Program Facility Lease ($1.00 per year, Oct 2026) and Avolis Land Works LLC for new Bern Considers FY27 Water Sewer Contract (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of New Bern's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of New Bern has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of New Bern buys from, taken from council records. 1,847 contracts with 722 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of New Bern.
Questions about City of New Bern
How do I become an approved vendor for City of New Bern?
City of New Bern currently works with 722 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 49 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 New Bern?
Small purchases under NC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of New Bern include City of New Bern — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of New Bern — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of New Bern — 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 New Bern publish RFPs?
City of New Bern publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 121 solicitations from City of New Bern. 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 New Bern?
At City of New Bern, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 49 decision-makers at City of New Bern.
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What does City of New Bern spend the most on?
Based on 4,397 tracked contracts, City of New Bern spends most on Capital Projects (2,767), Public Works (733), Grants (470), Utilities (223), and Public Safety (204). Contract types include FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of New Bern's current vendors?
City of New Bern currently works with vendors including AREA DAY REPORTING PROGRAM FOR YOUTH, AVOLIS LAND WORKS LLC, AVOLIS LANDWORKS LLC, WEYERHAEUSER NR COMPANY, ST WOOTEN CORPORATION, BAUSCHARD, CHARLIE, NC WILDLIFE HABITAT FOUNDATION, and NC WILDLIFE RESOURCE COMMISSION. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_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 New Bern working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, City of New Bern is actively discussing: City of New Bern — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of New Bern — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of New Bern — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), New Bern Aldermen Meeting: K9 Freddy Honored, Affordable Housing Deeds OK'd, and New Bern Aldermen Meeting: Rezoning, Property Sales, Utility Update. 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 New Bern have?
City of New Bern currently has 121 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,767), Public Works (733), and Grants (470). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NC's state portal, and other sources.