North Carolina government bids, RFPs and contracts
- Open bids
- 80+
- 26 due this week
- Pre-RFPs
- 219
- 21 this month
- Agencies
- 5,232
- Projects
- 803
- In 80 counties
80+ bids are open in North Carolina. Get the next ones earlier.
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Capital Projects, Utilities and Parks & Recreation lead the 219 pre-RFPs Civic IQ has found in North Carolina council minutes and budgets.
City of Winston-Salem, City of Durham and Mecklenburg County have the most open bids right now.
26 bids close this week. Next up: Town of Knightdale - Old Knight Road Sidewalk Improvement Project Addendum #2 - IFB-27-20260918, Town of Knightdale, due Nov 3, 2026.
Bids closing soon
80+ open across 46 agencies, soonest deadline first.
What North Carolina agencies are planning
Upcoming projects, grants and hiring found in council minutes and budget hearings, before the solicitation.
Recent projects and awards in North Carolina
Contract awards and project updates from public meetings, largest and newest first.
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COUNTIES BY ACTIVITY
80 countiesWho buys in North Carolina
Procurement officers, department heads and council members at the most active North Carolina agencies.
Government agencies in North Carolina
5,232 agencies tracked, with procurement data, contacts and vendors.
Questions about North Carolina
How do I find government contracts in North Carolina?
There are 803 tracked government projects across 5,232 agencies in 80 North Carolina counties. The most active procurement sectors include Capital Projects, Infrastructure & Maintenance, and Professional Services. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFPs from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts, all in one place. Filter by county, sector, or agency to find the most relevant opportunities.
Which counties have the most procurement activity in North Carolina?
The counties with the most government procurement activity in North Carolina are: Forsyth County (37 projects), Cabarrus County (36 projects), Pitt County (31 projects), Rowan County (31 projects), and Union County (29 projects). These counties represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFPs in the state. You can drill into any county to see active projects, agency contacts, and competitive intelligence, focusing your business development on the highest-opportunity areas.
What types of agencies issue RFPs in North Carolina?
Government agencies across North Carolina that issue RFPs include Cities & Towns, Housing Authorities, County Governments, School Districts, Government Agencies, and Higher Education. With 5,232 agencies tracked across 80 counties, North Carolina has a diverse procurement landscape. Each agency manages its own RFP process and vendor relationships independently.
How do I bid on North Carolina government projects?
To bid on government projects in North Carolina, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in NC publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, there are 803 tracked projects across North Carolina. 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.
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What sectors are most active in North Carolina?
Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in North Carolina are: Capital Projects (178 projects), Infrastructure & Maintenance (81 projects), Professional Services (64 projects), Utilities (62 projects), and Public Works (56 projects). Across 25 active sectors statewide, Detailed breakdowns by sector, county, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics across the state.
Who are the key decision-makers in North Carolina?
Procurement decisions in North Carolina are made by individual agency leaders such as city managers, county administrators, school superintendents, and department heads, across 5,232 agencies in 80 counties. Each agency has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across North Carolina agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.
How active is procurement in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina is actively procuring. 351 new projects have been surfaced in the last 90 days across the state's 80 counties. The most active sectors recently include Capital Projects, Infrastructure & Maintenance, and Professional Services. 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 a county government.