City of Raeford bids, RFPs and contracts
North CarolinaPop. 4,703 · raefordcity.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 17, 2026
- 40 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 14
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 364
- 211 vendors
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14 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Raeford's meetings, most in public safety and capital projects. The latest, from Sep 17: New Police Station Project Advances to Design Phase.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Lumber River Council of Government for raeford Considers Lumber River Land Use Plan Selection (Oct 2026) and Gordon Johnson Architecture for raeford Approves Police Department Design Contract ($16,000, Sep 2026).
14 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Raeford. See all 14, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Raeford's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Raeford has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Raeford buys from, taken from council records. 364 contracts with 211 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Raeford.
Questions about City of Raeford
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Raeford?
City of Raeford currently works with 211 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, OTHER, and FOOD_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 26 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 Raeford?
Small purchases under NC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Raeford include City of Raeford — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Raeford Council Meeting: Development Plans, Budget Allocations, Lobbying, and Raeford Planning Board OKs Subdivisions; City Budget, Grants Addressed, 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 Raeford publish RFPs?
City of Raeford publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from City of Raeford. 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 Raeford?
At City of Raeford, 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 Building & Inspections, Police, Fire, and Utilities. 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 26 decision-makers at City of Raeford.
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What does City of Raeford spend the most on?
Based on 461 tracked contracts, City of Raeford spends most on Capital Projects (246), Public Works (62), Grants (59), Public Safety (49), and Utilities (45). Contract types include CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, OTHER, 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 Raeford's current vendors?
City of Raeford currently works with vendors including LUMBER RIVER COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENT, GORDON JOHNSON ARCHITECTURE, MCADAMS & ASSOCIATES, CIGNA, INMAN ASSOCIATES LLP, EXIT REALTY PREFERRED, STEWARTS TAVERN LLC, JLNL EATZ, and SISTERS POURFECTION LLC. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, OTHER, 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 Raeford working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, City of Raeford is actively discussing: City of Raeford — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Raeford Council Meeting: Development Plans, Budget Allocations, Lobbying, Raeford Planning Board OKs Subdivisions; City Budget, Grants Addressed, Raeford City Council: Water Contract Termination & Insight Group Contract, and City of Raeford FY2026 Budget and Strategic Initiatives. 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 Raeford have?
City of Raeford currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (246), Public Works (62), and Grants (59). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NC's state portal, and other sources.