Town of Chilhowie bids, RFPs and contracts
VirginiaPop. 1,599 · chilhowie.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 8, 2026
- 19 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 21
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 17
- Contracts
- 739
- 330 vendors
The 30-second brief
21 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Chilhowie's meetings, most in transportation and utilities. The latest, from Oct 8: The council had a proposed request for proposals (RFP) for website, IT service, and a surveillance system on the agenda. No vendor was named, so the decision was still open as of the October 8, 2026 meeting. This is the clearest buying signal on the page for web, managed IT, and security-related work. The council was scheduled to consider the item at that meeting.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Cassell & Crewe PC for town Lists Cassell & Crewe as Legal Counsel (Sep 2026) and Portland Utilities Construction Company for council Approves $215K Hurricane Recovery Pay Request ($215,175, May 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Chilhowie's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Chilhowie has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Chilhowie buys from, taken from council records. 739 contracts with 330 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Chilhowie.
Questions about Town of Chilhowie
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Chilhowie?
Town of Chilhowie currently works with 330 vendors across contract types including LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 14 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 Town of Chilhowie?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Chilhowie include Town of Chilhowie — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Chilhowie — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Chilhowie — 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 Town of Chilhowie publish RFPs?
Town of Chilhowie publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 17 solicitations from Town of Chilhowie. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Chilhowie?
At Town of Chilhowie, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Building & Inspections, Parks & Recreation, Administration, City Clerk, and Public Works. 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 14 decision-makers at Town of Chilhowie.
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What does Town of Chilhowie spend the most on?
Based on 1,278 tracked contracts, Town of Chilhowie spends most on Capital Projects (717), Public Works (286), Grants (104), Environmental Services (100), and Recreation & Community Services (71). Contract types include LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Chilhowie's current vendors?
Town of Chilhowie currently works with vendors including CASSELL & CREWE PC, PORTLAND UTILITIES CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, MARS/AMB, GREEN FOR LIFE, AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER, MOTOROLA, W&L CONSTRUCTION, and TRI-CITIES INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY. These vendors span contract types like LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and UTILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Town of Chilhowie working on?
Based on 6 tracked meetings, Town of Chilhowie is actively discussing: Town of Chilhowie — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Chilhowie — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Chilhowie — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Chilhowie Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Recovery, and Community Focus, and Chilhowie Council Considers Housing, Infrastructure and Safety Projects. 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 Town of Chilhowie have?
Town of Chilhowie currently has 17 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (717), Public Works (286), and Grants (104). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.