City of Wilmington bids, RFPs and contracts
Wilmington, North CarolinaPop. 126,809 · wilmingtonnc.gov/Home- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 123
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 4+
- Next due Nov 4
- Contracts
- 1,846
- 849 vendors
The 30-second brief
123 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Wilmington's meetings, most in capital projects and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 21: Construction contract for improvements to Quince Alley and Henderson Alley including historic brick pavers, underground drainage system, and conduit for utilities.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Parks & Recreation and Transportation.
4+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: Atlantic Coast Industrial LLC for downtown Alley Contract Awarded to Atlantic Coast Industrial ($693,714.75 (title states $693,715), Oct 2026) and Daniels Tours LLC for city Recommends Skyline Center Lease for Daniels Tours (Initial annual rent of $29,932.00, with annual increases; rent abatement credit of $11,224.50, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Wilmington's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Wilmington is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Wilmington buys from, taken from council records. 1,846 contracts with 849 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Wilmington.
Questions about City of Wilmington
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Wilmington?
City of Wilmington currently works with 849 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 71 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 Wilmington?
Small purchases under NC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Wilmington include COA Application: Roof Replacement at 515-517 S. 4th Street, Wilmington, Wilmington City Council Meeting: Historic Preservation and Food Access, and Wilmington FY25 Budget Review & FY27 Outlook: Financial & HR Insights, 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 Wilmington publish RFPs?
City of Wilmington publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 196 solicitations from City of Wilmington. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Parks & Recreation, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Wilmington?
At City of Wilmington, 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 Strategy & Innovation, Solid Waste, Risk Management, Planning, and Legislative & Intergovernmental Affairs. 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 71 decision-makers at City of Wilmington.
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What does City of Wilmington spend the most on?
Based on 1,061 tracked contracts, City of Wilmington spends most on Capital Projects (499), Parks & Recreation (155), Transportation (144), Grants (134), and Public Works (129). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Wilmington's current vendors?
City of Wilmington currently works with vendors including ATLANTIC COAST INDUSTRIAL LLC, DANIELS TOURS LLC, MCGILL, KISINGER CAMPO & ASSOCIATES CORP (KCA), UNCW CENTER FOR INFORMATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP (CIE), HR&A ADVISORS, KIDS MAKING IT, and CAPE FEAR PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. 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 Wilmington working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, City of Wilmington is actively discussing: COA Application: Roof Replacement at 515-517 S. 4th Street, Wilmington, Wilmington City Council Meeting: Historic Preservation and Food Access, Wilmington FY25 Budget Review & FY27 Outlook: Financial & HR Insights, Wilmington Council OKs Roundabout Funding, Natural Heritage Registry, and Parks & Recreation Board Meeting: Greenfield Park Grant & 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 Wilmington have?
City of Wilmington currently has 196 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (499), Parks & Recreation (155), and Transportation (144). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NC's state portal, and other sources.