Town of Duck bids, RFPs and contracts
North CarolinaPop. 736 · ducknc.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 59
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 9
- None open now
- Contracts
- 507
- 248 vendors
The 30-second brief
59 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Duck's meetings, most in parks & recreation and payroll and pension. The latest, from Oct 14: At the July 1, 2026 Town Council meeting summarized in the October 14 packet, Ken Wilson of Coastal Engineering updated the town on the upcoming beach nourishment project. He also discussed possibly extending the nourishment cycle from five years to six or seven years. Council had not decided whether to change the schedule, so the issue remained a planning signal tied to future coastal work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Freese & Nichols Inc for duck Signs Zoning Ordinance Update Contract with Freese (Oct 2026) and Developmental Associates for duck Considers Developmental Associates Police Search (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Duck's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Duck has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Duck buys from, taken from council records. 507 contracts with 248 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Duck.
Questions about Town of Duck
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Duck?
Town of Duck currently works with 248 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSULTING, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 16 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 Duck?
Small purchases under NC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Duck include Town of Duck — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Duck — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Duck — 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 Duck publish RFPs?
Town of Duck publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 9 solicitations from Town of Duck. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Duck?
At Town of Duck, 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 Administration. 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 16 decision-makers at Town of Duck.
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What does Town of Duck spend the most on?
Based on 987 tracked contracts, Town of Duck spends most on Capital Projects (460), Public Works (218), Environmental Services (119), Public Safety (98), and Grants (92). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSULTING, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Duck's current vendors?
Town of Duck currently works with vendors including FREESE & NICHOLS INC, DEVELOPMENTAL ASSOCIATES, NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, CAVANAUGH MACDONALD, NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, and KITTY HAWK GRADING LLC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSULTING, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 Duck working on?
Based on 16 tracked meetings, Town of Duck is actively discussing: Town of Duck — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Duck — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Duck — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Duck Council Approves Ocean Rescue Contract & Surveillance Camera Funds, and Town of Duck Council: Review of contracts, zoning changes and appointments. 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 Duck have?
Town of Duck currently has 9 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (460), Public Works (218), and Environmental Services (119). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NC's state portal, and other sources.