Charlotte County

Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Charlotte County.

Buyer type:: County
Location:: Port Charlotte, FL
Country:: US

Charlotte County RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

GASOLINE/DIESEL FUEL - SUPPLY & DELIVER - ANNUAL CONTRACT RFP
Open
Jul 31, 2026
Closes
Aug 26, 2026
Charlotte County is seeking bids for the annual supply and delivery of gasoline and diesel fuels in Transport and Tank wagon quantities to various County locations.
RFP NO. 20260538 CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING INSPECTION - ROTONDA BRIDGE #014113 REPLACEMENT
Open
Jul 29, 2026
Closes
Aug 25, 2026
Charlotte County is seeking an experienced and qualified firm to provide Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI) services for the replacement of Rotonda Bridge #014113.
Concrete Catch Basins- Annual Contract (Request for Quotes)
Open
Jul 28, 2026
Closes
Aug 6, 2026
Purchase, on an “as required basis”, Concrete Catch Basins.

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Buyer Attributes

Key metrics and characteristics

Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
161548
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
1,617
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
217,212
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
55 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
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How to Sell to Charlotte County

Procurement guidance and navigation tips.

Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
55 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: If sale is less than $50,000, sole source is unlikely—use a cooperative instead.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell and OMNIA Partners; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Sole Source
- Charlotte County, FL: No evidence of sole source awards above the $50,000 competitive threshold. Practical note: Treat sole source as unlikely and pivot to cooperative contracts to stay compliant and fast.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Cooperatives
- Charlotte County has used cooperative purchasing before (Sourcewell is used by Fire/EMS and the School District; the County authorizes piggybacking). You can gain access to the recommended cooperative path by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.

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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from Charlotte County

Board Of County Commissioners Regular And Land Use Meeting
Date: May 26, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board addressed several key agenda items, including the authorization of participation in an opioid litigation settlement and the approval of a letter of support for a grant application regarding Seminole Gulf Railway. Substantial discussions were held on land use petitions, resulting in approvals for the Circle K Flamingo site plan, the expansion of the West Port East Community Development District, and various zoning atlas amendments. Additionally, the Board reviewed and approved several rezonings, including the Bella Via project and transfers of density units, while continuing the discussion on the Waterside Phase I Restoration project.
Board Of County Commissioners Pre-Agenda Meeting
Date: Jun 4, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board convened to conduct a pre-agenda meeting to discuss items related to Real Estate Services, specifically projects F-9 and F-10.
Board of County Commissioners Regular and Land Use Meeting
Date: Jun 9, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board conducted a meeting covering various administrative, legislative, and land use items. Key actions included issuing proclamations for National Mosquito Control Week, National Garden Week, and Faith Family and Responsible Fatherhood Month. The Board approved several grant agreements for hazard mitigation projects and contract awards for infrastructure improvements, risk management software, and medical transport billing. Legislative discussions focused on reviewing the 2026 State legislative session and the sales tax program. The Board also addressed numerous land use petitions, including certifications for sending zones, plat vacations for mitigation banks, and rezonings for park land designations.