Essex County bids, RFPs and contracts
VirginiaPop. 10,654 · essexva.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Apr 14, 2026
- 6 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 6
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 5,911
- 1,491 vendors
The 30-second brief
6 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Essex County's meetings, most in communications and public works. The latest, from Apr 14: FYI: Essex County Budgeting for Solid Waste Management Services.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Talbert & Bright for consulting Services Ongoing with Talbert & Bright (Mar 2026) and SANDS-ANDERSON for county Continues Legal Services With Sands-Anderson (Nov 2025).
6 pre-RFPs tracked at Essex County. See all 6, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Essex County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Essex County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Essex County buys from, taken from council records. 5,911 contracts with 1,491 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Essex County.
Questions about Essex County
How do I become an approved vendor for Essex County?
Essex County currently works with 1,491 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, Service, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 96 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?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Essex County include Essex County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Essex County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Essex County Board Meeting: Broadband Initiative & Budget Amendment Approved, 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 publish RFPs?
Essex County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from Essex County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Essex County?
At Essex County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Sheriff. 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 96 decision-makers at Essex County.
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What does Essex County spend the most on?
Based on 3,262 tracked contracts, Essex County spends most on Capital Projects (1,697), Grants (608), Information Technology (446), Public Safety (278), and Recreation & Community Services (233). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, Service, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Essex County's current vendors?
Essex County currently works with vendors including TALBERT & BRIGHT, SANDS-ANDERSON, MIDDLE PENINSULA NORTHERN NECK BEHAVIOR HEALTH, ZMM ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS, ZMM ARCHITECTS/ENGINEERS, DAVENPORT SERVICES, MPNN BH, RIVERBANKS, and EAST COAST AVIATION. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, Service, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. 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 working on?
Based on 18 tracked meetings, Essex County is actively discussing: Essex County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Essex County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Essex County Board Meeting: Broadband Initiative & Budget Amendment Approved, Essex County Supervisors Meeting: Health Contract, VDOT Issues Addressed, and Essex County Joint Meeting: Project Updates and Economic Development Focus. 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 have?
Essex County currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,697), Grants (608), and Information Technology (446). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.