New Hanover County Schools bids, RFPs and contracts
Wilmington, North Carolina25,028 students · nhcs.net- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 30, 2026
- 28 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 79
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Oct 29
- Contracts
- 83
- 65 vendors
The 30-second brief
79 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in New Hanover County Schools's meetings, most in capital projects and administration & finance. The latest, from Sep 30: Facility Needs Assessment for State Bond Planned.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Recreation & Community Services.
1+ open RFP, the next due Oct 29. Latest awards: Team Construction LLC for SEA-Tech Phase III Construction Awarded to TEAM Construction ($1,058,500, Apr 2020) and Ncsba Policy Services for board Revises NCSBA Policy Services Contract ($29,900 plus additional costs and services not to exceed $35,000 in total, Apr 2020).
9 new pre-RFPs at New Hanover County Schools this month. See all 79, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in New Hanover County Schools's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations New Hanover County Schools is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who New Hanover County Schools buys from, taken from council records. 83 contracts with 65 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at New Hanover County Schools.
Questions about New Hanover County Schools
How do I become an approved vendor for New Hanover County Schools?
New Hanover County Schools currently works with 65 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, CONSULTING, LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 141 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 New Hanover County Schools?
Small purchases under NC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at New Hanover County Schools include December 16th Agenda Review: Policy Updates, Committee Consolidation, Social Media, NHCS Policy Meeting: Soil/Water Committee, Public Participation, Tech Use, and High School Programs: Preparing Students for College and Career Success, 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 New Hanover County Schools publish RFPs?
New Hanover County Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 25 solicitations from New Hanover County Schools. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at New Hanover County Schools?
At New Hanover 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. 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 141 decision-makers at New Hanover County Schools.
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What does New Hanover County Schools spend the most on?
Based on 690 tracked contracts, New Hanover County Schools spends most on Capital Projects (401), Education & Training (88), Recreation & Community Services (86), School Taxes (66), and Information Technology (49). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, CONSULTING, LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are New Hanover County Schools's current vendors?
New Hanover County Schools currently works with vendors including TEAM CONSTRUCTION LLC, NCSBA POLICY SERVICES, THARRINGTON SMITH LLP DBA STAGNER, DEBORAH, CHERRY BEKAERT LLP, NORTH CAROLINA SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION POLICY SERVICES, XEROX, CHERRY BEKAERT, and APPLE. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, CONSULTING, LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is New Hanover County Schools working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, New Hanover County Schools is actively discussing: December 16th Agenda Review: Policy Updates, Committee Consolidation, Social Media, NHCS Policy Meeting: Soil/Water Committee, Public Participation, Tech Use, High School Programs: Preparing Students for College and Career Success, NHCS Board Addresses Pre-K, RISE, Transportation, & Security (Oct 2024), and NHC School Bond Committee Discusses Project Timelines & Bond Referendum. 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 New Hanover County Schools have?
New Hanover County Schools currently has 25 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (401), Education & Training (88), and Recreation & Community Services (86). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NC's state portal, and other sources.