New Castle County, Delaware: bids, projects and agencies
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- City of Wilmington
- Agencies
- 266
- School, State, Special District
- Pre-RFP stage
- 23
- Heading to bid
- Pre-RFPs
- 102
- 1 in the last 30 days
102 projects are in motion in New Castle County. Get the ones that fit you.
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Most activity in New Castle County is in Capital Projects, Environmental Services and Parks & Recreation.
City of Wilmington, Red Clay Consolidated School District and New Castle County account for 29% of pre-RFPs.
Of the projects listed, 37 are contract awards and 23 are pre-RFP.
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Questions about New Castle County
How do I find government contracts in New Castle County, Delaware?
There are 102 tracked government projects across 266 agencies in New Castle County, Delaware. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (13,036), Grants (4,068), Transportation (2,022), Public Works (1,504), and Education & Training (1,397). In the last 90 days alone, 29 agencies posted 1,382 new projects. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFPs from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts — all in one place.
What types of agencies issue RFPs in New Castle County?
New Castle County has 266 government agencies spanning 14 types: School, State, Special District, City, City Department, Higher Ed, Local Housing Authority, State Agency, County Department, Library District, County, Fire District, MPO, and Public Hospital. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are New Castle County (County, 16,377 projects), City of Newark (City, 4,238 projects), Appoquinimink School District (School, 2,174 projects).
How do I bid on New Castle County government projects?
To bid on government projects in New Castle County, Delaware, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in DE publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, New Castle County has 4,496 pre-RFPs — projects that haven't been formally bid yet. The key advantage is getting in early — pre-RFPs from board meetings can surface 6–18 months before RFPs go live, giving you time to build relationships while projects are still being scoped.
What sectors are most active in New Castle County?
Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in New Castle County are Capital Projects (13,036), Grants (4,068), Transportation (2,022), Public Works (1,504), and Education & Training (1,397). Across all sectors, New Castle County has 7,818 contract awards and 1,135 active opportunities on record. Detailed breakdowns by sector, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics.
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Who are the key decision-makers in New Castle County?
Procurement decisions in New Castle County are made by individual agency leaders — school superintendents, district managers, city managers, and university procurement directors, and department heads. Each of the 266 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across New Castle County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.
Which agencies are most active in New Castle County?
The most active government buyers in New Castle County by procurement volume are: New Castle County (County) — 16,377 tracked projects; City of Newark (City) — 4,238 tracked projects; Appoquinimink School District (School) — 2,174 tracked projects; Red Clay Consolidated School District (School) — 2,126 tracked projects; Christina School District (School) — 1,928 tracked projects. These agencies represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFPs in the county. Every project from each of these agencies — including board meeting discussions, budget approvals, and vendor selections — is tracked, so you can engage early and build relationships before competitors.
What is New Castle County's procurement pipeline?
New Castle County's current procurement pipeline includes: 4,496 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 1,135 active opportunities open for bidding; 3,398 projects in budget planning; 8,957 grant-funded initiatives; 7,818 contract awards (competitive intelligence). Pre-RFPs are especially valuable — they surface 6–18 months before formal solicitations, giving you time to position with agency decision-makers. Board meetings, budget hearings, and planning sessions across all 266 agencies in New Castle County are monitored to catch these pre-RFPs as they emerge.
How active is procurement in New Castle County right now?
New Castle County is actively procuring — 29 of the county's 266 agencies have posted 1,382 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (13,036), Grants (4,068), and Transportation (2,022). This level of activity means new opportunities surface regularly. Real-time alerts ensure you never miss a window — whether it's a pre-RFP discussion at a school board meeting or a formal solicitation from the county government.