Forsyth County bids, RFPs and contracts
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaPop. 401,718 · co.forsyth.nc.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 16, 2026
- 9 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 200
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Oct 27
- Contracts
- 4,135
- 1,262 vendors
The 30-second brief
200 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Forsyth County's meetings, most in capital projects and legal & compliance. The latest, from Oct 16: Up to 18 Dedicated Pickleball Courts Proposed at County Park.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Health.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Oct 27. Latest awards: Watson Consoles for watson Consoles Bid Deemed Non-Responsive (Oct 2026) and Ergoflex Systems Inc Dba Xybix Systems for county Awards 9-1-1 Console Contract to ErgoFlex (Not to exceed $176,952.38, excluding taxes, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Forsyth County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Forsyth County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Forsyth County buys from, taken from council records. 4,135 contracts with 1,262 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Forsyth County.
Questions about Forsyth County
How do I become an approved vendor for Forsyth County?
Forsyth County currently works with 1,262 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 72 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 Forsyth County?
Small purchases under NC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Forsyth County include Forsyth County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Forsyth County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Forsyth 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 Forsyth County publish RFPs?
Forsyth County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 29 solicitations from Forsyth County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Health. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Forsyth County?
At Forsyth County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Human Resources, 4-h and Youth, Family & Consumer Education, and Human Services. 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 72 decision-makers at Forsyth County.
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What does Forsyth County spend the most on?
Based on 3,746 tracked contracts, Forsyth County spends most on Capital Projects (2,088), Grants (926), Public Health (260), County Taxes (238), and Public Safety (234). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Forsyth County's current vendors?
Forsyth County currently works with vendors including WATSON CONSOLES, ERGOFLEX SYSTEMS INC DBA XYBIX SYSTEMS, RUSS BASSETT CORP, PERKINS, JAMES, and HORIZONS RESIDENTIAL CARE CENTER. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Forsyth County working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, Forsyth County is actively discussing: Forsyth County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Forsyth County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Forsyth County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Forsyth County Commissioners Meeting: Zoning, Contracts, and Airport Funding, and Forsyth County Commissioners Approve Contracts and Extend Tax Listing Period. 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 Forsyth County have?
Forsyth County currently has 29 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,088), Grants (926), and Public Health (260). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NC's state portal, and other sources.