City of Newport News bids, RFPs and contracts
Newport News, VirginiaPop. 183,230 · nnva.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 127
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 6+
- Next due Nov 9
- Contracts
- 1,213
- 659 vendors
The 30-second brief
127 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Newport News's meetings, most in transportation and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 28: City Conveying Municipal Parcels for Affordable Redevelopment.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
6+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 9. Latest awards: Virginia Electric & Power Company Dba Dominion Energy Virginia for newport News Considers Dominion Energy Utility Easement ($1, Oct 2026) and Virginia Department of Transportation for newport News Considers $3.5M VDOT Roadwork Agreement ($3,500,000, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Newport News's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Newport News is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Newport News buys from, taken from council records. 1,213 contracts with 659 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Newport News.
Questions about City of Newport News
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Newport News?
City of Newport News currently works with 659 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 307 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 Newport News?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Newport News include City of Newport News — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Newport News — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Newport News — 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 Newport News publish RFPs?
City of Newport News publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1,601 solicitations from City of Newport News. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Newport News?
At City of Newport News, 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 Water, Purchasing, 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 307 decision-makers at City of Newport News.
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What does City of Newport News spend the most on?
Based on 2,515 tracked contracts, City of Newport News spends most on Capital Projects (1,803), Grants (339), Public Works (206), Recreation & Community Services (106), and Public Safety (61). Contract types include UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, 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 Newport News's current vendors?
City of Newport News currently works with vendors including VIRGINIA ELECTRIC & POWER COMPANY DBA DOMINION ENERGY VIRGINIA, VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, CCOP LLC, J & R TIDEWATER WELDING & MACHINING INC, LIEBHERR-AMERICA INC, HAMPTON-NEWPORT NEWS COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD, STEVENS TOWING COMPANY INC, WARWICK STORAGE LLC, PAPCO INC, and DIESEL DIRECT CENTRAL LLC. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, 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 Newport News working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, City of Newport News is actively discussing: City of Newport News — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Newport News — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Newport News — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Newport News Planning Commission Reviews Zoning & Development Projects, and Newport News Contracts Analysis: Key Decisions, Topics, and Outcomes. 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 Newport News have?
City of Newport News currently has 1,601 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,803), Grants (339), and Public Works (206). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.