Patrick County is seeking proposals from qualified Internet Service Providers to provide broadband infrastructure construction and related services in eligible broadband expansion areas. The selected contractor would design, engineer, permit, construct, activate, operate, and support infrastructure to extend reliable, high-speed internet service to eligible locations. This is a construction RFP to establish a contract, not a grant-program solicitation.
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Census ID
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176690
Population
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17,424
Procurement Hell Score
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30 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:Skip and proceed via cooperative contracts.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, and NASPO; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Patrick County, VA:No evidence of sole source awards in public records. Recommendation: skip and use cooperative contracts. No specific sole source dollar threshold identified in the available information.
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Patrick County Contracts
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Sheehy Ford of Richmond at Patrick County
Effective: Feb 15, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
Contract for the purchase of a 2022 Ford Explorer RWD Mid-Size SUV with additional options, and shipping services, procured by Patrick County from SHEEHY FORD OF RICHMOND.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Patrick County
Patrick County Public Service Authority Called Meeting With Public Hearing
Date: Jun 25, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board conducted a public hearing regarding the preliminary rates, fees, and charges for utility services. Following the hearing, the board moved to adopt these new schedules, with an effective date of July 1, 2026. Additionally, the board authorized the Executive Director to update the General Business Policies and Development Rules and Regulations Manual to align with the newly adopted rate structures.
Patrick County Board of Supervisors Board of Supervisors Meeting
Date: Sep 28, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board addressed several agenda items, including an amendment to public notice procedures and the scheduling of a future public hearing regarding subdivision ordinance modifications. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to receiving updates on broadband expansion from representatives of Appalachian Power and Zitel. Discussions covered the progress of fiber construction, specific challenges related to permitting and traffic management, the technical design of the network, and strategies for activating customer service. Additionally, the board reviewed the critical grant funding timelines and substantial completion requirements for the broadband projects.
Patrick County Board of Supervisors Board of Supervisors Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Patrick County.
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Amy WalkerAdministrative Assistant/Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
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Donna ShoughAssistant County Administrator, Human Resources Director
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Date: Sep 14, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed several administrative and community-focused items. Key topics included the presentation of the Patrick County Partner Award to a local citizen for her decades of community service, public comments regarding utility company activities, and a presentation from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding a potential partnership for the operation and maintenance of Goose Point park. The meeting also included the approval of additional budget appropriations for water and sewer funds and discussed a phased approach for the county to take over operations at Goose Point.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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