Town of Smithfield
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Town of Smithfield.
- Buyer type:
- City
- Location:
- Smithfield, VA
- Country:
- US
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Town of Smithfield.
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
212198
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
101
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
9,112
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
68 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Includes fiscal year calendars, procurement complexity scores, and strategic insights.
Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
Board meetings and strategic plans from Town of Smithfield
The Planning Commission reviewed several development items. They approved the site plan for the Sheets project. The commission discussed and ultimately approved a special sign exception for the Cottages at Battery LLC, while deferring the decision on the clubhouse architectural design to ensure clarity on siding orientation and materials. Additionally, the commission reviewed plans for a new Culver's restaurant, including its architectural finishes, signage, and drive-thru components.
The council received reports from the town manager and heard public comments concerning the potential installation of pickleball courts, development strategies for the Pierceville property, and an upcoming community health fair. Financial approvals included funding for water fund engineering, erosion repairs at the Lewis Sports Complex, and various municipal invoices. The council also authorized an architectural survey, established a new HR administrative position, approved a special use permit for the expansion of Riverside Lifelong Health and Rehabilitation, and initiated a rezoning process for the property formerly known as The Grange.
The meeting included reports from the planning director, including the participation of the town in the 'Spread the Love' peanut butter and jelly challenge and an update on upcoming community activities. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to reviewing and discussing guidance received from the Town Council regarding zoning ordinances, special use permits (SUPs), and the review of the comprehensive plan. Planning commissioners engaged in a detailed discussion regarding the legality and policy implications of new SUP cost structures, specifically concerning the compensation for staff time and legal expenses versus the baseline application fees. There was also a debate on whether the proposed SUP cost policy functions as a deterrent to developers.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Town of Smithfield meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Early signals from meeting minutes and plans
Vendor mentions and competitor tracking
Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to Town of Smithfield.
Quotable insights from buyer leadership