Durham County bids, RFPs and contracts
Durham, North CarolinaPop. 347,240 · dconc.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 163
- 14 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Oct 22
- Contracts
- 5,356
- 1,604 vendors
The 30-second brief
163 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Durham County's meetings, most in capital projects and public safety. The latest, from Oct 12: New Early Childhood Task Force Being Formed.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Oct 22. Latest awards: City of Durham for durham County Amends Waste Acceptance Contract with City (Not to exceed $220,000 in FY 2027, Oct 2026) and North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services Division of Forest Services for durham County Increases Forest Protection Services Contract (Increased from $81,044 to $89,336; increase of $8,292, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Durham County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Durham County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Durham County buys from, taken from council records. 5,356 contracts with 1,604 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Durham County.
Questions about Durham County
How do I become an approved vendor for Durham County?
Durham County currently works with 1,604 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 73 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 Durham County?
Small purchases under NC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Durham County include Durham County Commissioners Meeting: Infrastructure, Grants, and Appointments, Durham Board of Adjustment Meeting: Variance Requests and 2026 Schedule, and Durham Housing Appeals Board Reviews Violations & Demolition Orders, 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 Durham County publish RFPs?
Durham County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 36 solicitations from Durham County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Durham County?
At Durham County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Parks & Recreation, City Manager, Law Enforcement Operations; Patrol, Investigations, Durham County Sheriff's Office, and Durham County Sheriff's Office. 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 73 decision-makers at Durham County.
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What does Durham County spend the most on?
Based on 3,956 tracked contracts, Durham County spends most on Capital Projects (2,139), Grants (818), Environmental Services (454), Public Works (296), and Recreation & Community Services (249). Contract types include UTILITIES, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Durham County's current vendors?
Durham County currently works with vendors including CITY OF DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE & CONSUMER SERVICES DIVISION OF FOREST SERVICES, PNC, WELLPATH, URBAN MINISTRIES OF DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA STATE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE & CONSUMER SERVICES DIVISION OF FOREST SERVICES, PARKER POE ADAMS & BERNSTEIN LLP, VELOCITY EHS, and CENTRAL PINES REGIONAL COUNCIL (CPRC). These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LEGAL. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Durham County working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, Durham County is actively discussing: Durham County Commissioners Meeting: Infrastructure, Grants, and Appointments, Durham Board of Adjustment Meeting: Variance Requests and 2026 Schedule, Durham Housing Appeals Board Reviews Violations & Demolition Orders, JCCPC Meeting: UDO Updates, Public Art Incentives, & RV Parking Rules, and DWRC Meeting: Endorsing Worker Rights, Meeting with City Manager, Heat Standard. 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 Durham County have?
Durham County currently has 36 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,139), Grants (818), and Environmental Services (454). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NC's state portal, and other sources.