Johnston County Schools bids, RFPs and contracts
Smithfield, North Carolina37,289 students · johnston.k12.nc.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 20, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 16
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Dec 4
- Contracts
- 472
- 333 vendors
The 30-second brief
16 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Johnston County Schools's meetings, most in education & training and information technology. The latest, from Aug 20: NCDPI published 2025-26 program report codes that include PRC 153 for LEA system modernization. The code funds implementation of the State Board of Education School Business System Modernization Plan and modernization of local financial, payroll, human resources, and related human capital systems. This is a state funding signal, not a solicitation, but it points to modernization budgets and future purchasing or implementation work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Information Technology.
1+ open RFP, the next due Dec 4. Latest awards: Sanford Contractors Inc ($3,270,778.05, Aug 2025) and MOSELEY for county Weighs Moseley DSS Design Proposals (Aug 2025).
16 pre-RFPs tracked at Johnston County Schools. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Johnston County Schools's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Johnston County Schools is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Johnston County Schools buys from, taken from council records. 472 contracts with 333 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Johnston County Schools.
Questions about Johnston County Schools
How do I become an approved vendor for Johnston County Schools?
Johnston County Schools currently works with 333 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 272 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 Johnston County Schools?
Small purchases under NC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Johnston County Schools include JCPS Board Meeting: Robotics, Budget Amendments, Construction Updates, Johnston County Commissioners Meeting: Infrastructure, Fees, and Development, and Johnston County Board Meeting: Infrastructure Projects and Funding 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 Johnston County Schools publish RFPs?
Johnston County Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 12 solicitations from Johnston County Schools. 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 Johnston County Schools?
At Johnston County 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 West Johnston High. 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 272 decision-makers at Johnston County Schools.
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What does Johnston County Schools spend the most on?
Based on 542 tracked contracts, Johnston County Schools spends most on Capital Projects (349), Grants (92), Information Technology (42), Education & Training (32), and Recreation & Community Services (27). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Johnston County Schools's current vendors?
Johnston County Schools currently works with vendors including SANFORD CONTRACTORS INC, MOSELEY, KS BANK, WILLDAN FINANCIAL SERVICES, WESTER AUCTION COMPANY, HARRIS LLC, JOHNSTON COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH, and COMMUNITY CARE OF NC INC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Johnston County Schools working on?
Based on 11 tracked meetings, Johnston County Schools is actively discussing: JCPS Board Meeting: Robotics, Budget Amendments, Construction Updates, Johnston County Commissioners Meeting: Infrastructure, Fees, and Development, Johnston County Board Meeting: Infrastructure Projects and Funding Approved, JCPS Meeting: Building for the Future, Celebrating Excellence in Education, and Johnston County Board Meeting Highlights. 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 Johnston County Schools have?
Johnston County Schools currently has 12 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (349), Grants (92), and Information Technology (42). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NC's state portal, and other sources.