Public Safety procurement in North Carolina

Public Safety procurement in North Carolina sits at the intersection of two things: undefined. The largest North Carolina state buyers are the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT — $3B+ annual construction lettings), Department of Administration (DOA commodities, IT, professional services), Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Public Instruction, Department of Public Safety, University of North Carolina System (17 campuses plus UNC Health), Community College System (58 campuses), Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), and Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. On ProcureTap you can browse the 20 open public safety opportunities in North Carolina plus recent awards from the same agencies for context.

Register on NC eProcurement (eprocurement. Public Safety contracts in North Carolina follow typical state and federal fiscal calendars — expect a spike in issuance in Q1 of each fiscal year. Set-aside eligibility is worth checking on every bid — many public safety solicitations include small-business, minority, women-owned, or veteran-owned participation goals that can materially affect scoring even when the contract is not formally set aside.

Common questions — Public Safety in North Carolina

How do I register to bid on North Carolina public safety contracts?

Register on NC eProcurement (eprocurement.nc.gov) — the Commonwealth's SAP Ariba-based procurement platform. Registration is free and covers state executive-agency solicitations. HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) certification is through the Office for Historically Underutilized Businesses at nc-hub.com. NCDOT construction bidders need Prequalification of Bidders certification. Local governments and school districts require separate registrations on their own platforms (BidSync, Bonfire, etc.).

Open Public Safety bids in North Carolina

Other
25 days left Dec 3, 2026

Raleigh Fire Stations HVAC Replacement

The scope of work associated with this project includes the removal/disposal of existing HVAC systems, installation of new HVAC systems, installation of new line sets and all inspection/permitting fee...

IFB

600IFB #27-17-CMF 2027 CHEVROLET TAHOE POLICE PURSUIT VEHICLES REPOST

IFB #27-17-CMF 2027 CHEVROLET TAHOE POLICE PURSUIT VEHICLES REPOST

Other

274-530-CTY-01 – Citywide Standby Emergency Debris Management and Removal Services

The City of Raleigh is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide Citywide Standby Emergency Debris Management and Removal Services. Services may be activated following hurricanes, severe storm...

Other
25 days left Dec 3, 2026

Warren Correctional Interior Lighting Installation Upgrades

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction seeks a qualified contractor to install multiple lighting fixture upgrades and fixture replacements at its Warren Correctional Institution located at ...

RFP
2 days left Nov 10, 2026

Security Guard Services for Residence Halls

The purpose of this RFP is to obtain the services of a vendor who will be able to provide security and coverage in the residence halls 24 hours, each day of the week, during the designated time period...

Other

SCO-SCO-26-31386-01A-1

Neuse CI-Fire Alarm Replacement

Other

298-FY27-CAM-BID-AFDVEHICLEUPFIT

Installation of Emergency Lighting & Equipment in new vehicles.

RFP
36 days left Dec 14, 2026

RFP #27-22-DSS SECURITY OFFICER SERVICES

RFP #27-22-DSS SECURITY OFFICER SERVICES

Other
22 days left Nov 30, 2026

NC Department of Adult Correction-RE-BID

RE-BID for Wake CC: Fire Alarm Replacement

Other
23 days left Dec 1, 2026

North Carolina Department of Administration

Hawkins Hartness House-Security Enhancements & Interior Upfit

Other
25 days left Dec 3, 2026

North Carolina Department of Administration

New Revenue Building Security Upgrades

Other
8 days left Nov 16, 2026

Eastern Wake Microtransit Operations

The Town of Wendell is issuing this Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit qualified firms to provide microtransit service in Eastern Wake County. Firms are invited to submit proposals for an operatio...

Other

370-09252026

Buncombe County is seeking one or more qualified vendors capable of providing emergency support services during activation of Buncombe County emergency operations and Mass Care activities. The County ...

Other

SCO-26-31744-01A

Wake CC: Fire Alarm Replacement

Other

354-RFB-27-16

Request for Bids: for Fire Bailout Equipment; Questions Due by 12:00 PM on November 2, 2026; Bids Due by 2:30 PM on November 6, 2026

Other
8 days left Nov 16, 2026

Ford F-250 SRW 4x4 Supercrew XLT Truck

Ford F-250 SRW 4x4 Supercrew XLT Truck for the City of Asheville

Other
15 days left Nov 23, 2026

Rifles with Trade-In

Smith & Wesson rifles with firearms trade-in for the City of Asheville Police Department

Other
5 days left Nov 13, 2026

Pre-Employment/Promotional Testing for Emergency Communications

Pre-Employment/Promotional Testing for Emergency Communications (911)

Other

340-Bid 100-27V

Onslow County is accepting sealed bids for (1) new marine law enforcement patrol vessel.

Other

298-FBR2105-27

Uniforms for the City of Asheville Police Department

Frequently Asked Questions

How many public safety procurement bids are available in North Carolina?

There are currently 20 open public safety procurement opportunities in North Carolina, with 2 closing within the next seven days. These include RFPs, RFQs, ITBs, and other solicitation types from government agencies, universities, hospitals, and other public organizations.

Which North Carolina agencies post the most public safety bids?

The top agencies posting public safety bids in North Carolina include North Carolina Electronic Vendor Portal. Each of these issues multiple solicitations per month and is tracked continuously by ProcureTap.

How do I bid on public safety contracts in North Carolina?

Browse the public safety opportunities listed above, click on a bid title to view the full solicitation on the issuing organization's website, then follow their submission instructions. Most government agencies and institutions require vendor registration before submitting a response.

How often are new public safety bids posted?

New public safety procurement opportunities are posted daily by government agencies, universities, hospitals, and other organizations across North Carolina. Our system checks for new bids every 6 hours to ensure you see the latest opportunities.