Fairfax County bids, RFPs and contracts
Fairfax, VirginiaPop. 1,167,873 · fairfaxcounty.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 75
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 7+
- Next due Nov 4
- Contracts
- 1,182
- 788 vendors
The 30-second brief
75 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Fairfax County's meetings, most in transportation and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 20: Predictable Development and Digital Systems Modernization.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Transportation and Grants.
7+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: GUIDEHOUSE for guidehouse Consulting on Northern Virginia AI Strategy (Oct 2026) and Satzman Family Limited Partnership for vienna Parking License Covers 15 Off-Site Spaces ($36,000.00 per annum; $3,000.00 per month ($200.00 per parking spot per month); initial six months abated in full; 15% annual increase during the option term, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Fairfax County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Fairfax County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Fairfax County buys from, taken from council records. 1,182 contracts with 788 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Fairfax County.
Questions about Fairfax County
How do I become an approved vendor for Fairfax County?
Fairfax County currently works with 788 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 56 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 Fairfax County?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Fairfax County include Fairfax County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Fairfax County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Fairfax County — 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 Fairfax County publish RFPs?
Fairfax County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 419 solicitations from Fairfax County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Transportation, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Fairfax County?
At Fairfax County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Fairfax County Police Department, West Springfield District Police Station, Fairfax County Police Department, Town Council, Town of Vienna, Fairfax County Police Department — Patrol Bureau I, and Fairfax County Police Department — Patrol Bureau II. 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 56 decision-makers at Fairfax County.
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What does Fairfax County spend the most on?
Based on 1,028 tracked contracts, Fairfax County spends most on Capital Projects (575), Transportation (157), Grants (117), Public Works (97), and Environmental Services (82). Contract types include CONSULTING, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Fairfax County's current vendors?
Fairfax County currently works with vendors including GUIDEHOUSE, SATZMAN FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, RDA, WRA, VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (VDOT), VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, WASHINGTON AREA VILLAGES EXCHANGE, and WASHINGTON AREA VILLAGES EXCHANGE (WAVE). These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Fairfax County working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, Fairfax County is actively discussing: Fairfax County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Fairfax County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Fairfax County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Fairfax County Board Meeting: Zoning, Transportation & Community Welfare, and Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Meeting Summary: November 18, 2025. 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 Fairfax County have?
Fairfax County currently has 419 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (575), Transportation (157), and Grants (117). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.