Essex County Public Schools bids, RFPs and contracts
Tappahannock, Virginia1,163 students · essex.k12.va.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 132
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1
- Next due Nov 24
- Contracts
- 1,201
- 597 vendors
The 30-second brief
132 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Essex County Public Schools's meetings, most in education & training and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 26: An Essex County Schools budget amendment dated October 26, 2026 proposed $350,000 for Operations & Maintenance County Funds. The stated reason was to provide forecasting of fixtures for buildings, grounds and vehicles to ensure safety and cover potential shortages. School board approval was not shown on the form, so this was still in the budget planning stage on that date. The line signals near-term facilities and maintenance purchasing tied to building, grounds, and vehicle support needs.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Grants.
1 open RFP, the next due Nov 24. Latest awards: SCHOLASTIC for scholastic Book Fair Approved at James Cary Intermediate ($25,000-$30,000 inventory value typically provided, Sep 2026) and Virginia Department of Transportation for school Zone Speed Agreements Approved With Virginia DOT (Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Essex County Public Schools's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Essex County Public Schools is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Essex County Public Schools buys from, taken from council records. 1,201 contracts with 597 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Essex County Public Schools.
Questions about Essex County Public Schools
How do I become an approved vendor for Essex County Public Schools?
Essex County Public Schools currently works with 597 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 170 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 Essex County Public Schools?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Essex County Public Schools include Essex County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Essex County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Essex County Public Schools — 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 Essex County Public Schools publish RFPs?
Essex County Public Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 solicitations from Essex County Public Schools. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Essex County Public Schools?
At Essex County Public Schools, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. Key departments include Tappahannock Elementary School. 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 170 decision-makers at Essex County Public Schools.
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What does Essex County Public Schools spend the most on?
Based on 1,383 tracked contracts, Essex County Public Schools spends most on Capital Projects (594), Education & Training (253), Grants (253), Administration & Finance (178), and Recreation & Community Services (105). Contract types include SUPPLIES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Essex County Public Schools's current vendors?
Essex County Public Schools currently works with vendors including SCHOLASTIC, VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, ULTIMATE RAISE PROGRAM, CENTRALIZED SERVICES AGREEMENT, CONTRACTED PYSCH, VIRGINIA RETIREMENT SYSTEM, VIRTUAL VIRGINIA, and UNLIMITED INSTRUCTION. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Essex County Public Schools working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, Essex County Public Schools is actively discussing: Essex County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Essex County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Essex County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Essex County School Board Approves McClure Agreements, Procurement Agent, and Essex County School Board Meeting: Capital Improvement Plan & Policy Review. 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 Essex County Public Schools have?
Essex County Public Schools currently has 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (594), Education & Training (253), and Grants (253). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.