James Madison University bids, RFPs and contracts
Harrisonburg, Virginia25,330 students · jmu.edu- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 15 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 8
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 6+
- Next due Oct 29
- Contracts
- 54
- 49 vendors
The 30-second brief
8 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in James Madison University's meetings, most in education & training and communications. The latest, from Oct 12: University Appoints New Provost and SVP.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Administration & Finance and Grants.
6+ open RFPs, the next due Oct 29. Latest awards: TIMELYCARE for JMU Expands TimelyCare Access to Faculty and Staff (Sep 2026) and MCGUIREWOODS for board Consults McGuireWoods on Virginia P3 Policy (Mar 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in James Madison University's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations James Madison University is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who James Madison University buys from, taken from council records. 54 contracts with 49 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at James Madison University.
Questions about James Madison University
How do I become an approved vendor for James Madison University?
James Madison University currently works with 49 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, LEGAL, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 35 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 James Madison University?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at James Madison University include James Madison University — Procurement Intelligence (February 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 James Madison University publish RFPs?
James Madison University publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3,197 solicitations from James Madison University. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Administration & Finance, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at James Madison University?
At James Madison University, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. 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 35 decision-makers at James Madison University.
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What does James Madison University spend the most on?
Based on 545 tracked contracts, James Madison University spends most on Capital Projects (401), Administration & Finance (55), Grants (38), Information Technology (30), and Education & Training (21). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, LEGAL, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are James Madison University's current vendors?
James Madison University currently works with vendors including TIMELYCARE, MCGUIREWOODS, SCHEXNIDER, ALVIN, TROWER & TROWER, EAB, PARÉ CONSULTING, SASAKI, MOSELY ARCHITECTS, DIVISION OF RISK MANAGEMENT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, and JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, LEGAL, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is James Madison University working on?
Based on 1 tracked meeting, James Madison University is actively discussing: James Madison University — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026). 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 James Madison University have?
James Madison University currently has 3,197 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (401), Administration & Finance (55), and Grants (38). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.