Emergency Government Procurement in North Carolina
Emergency procurement lets North Carolina agencies award contracts on an expedited basis when there is not time for normal competitive bidding. Opportunities are posted on NC eProcurement. Below are current emergency solicitations we have found, plus how the process works and how to be ready to respond in time.
Current emergency solicitations in North Carolina
Furnish and deliver various types of fuel for generators and reserve fuel tanks under the purview of Facilities and Operations, on an “as needed” basis. Fuel deliveries will suppor
View details and requirements →Forsyth County is seeking Bids from qualified ambulance remount centers on a minimum of one (1) and additional units as needed for extent of the contract. It is Forsyth County’s in
View details and requirements →RFP #27-21-ADM TEMPORARY EMERGENCY SHELTER SERVICE PROVIDER AND FACILITY
View details and requirements →Gilbane Building Company, Construction Manager for the 7th & College Street Parking Deck for Mecklenburg County, is soliciting BIDS from Prequalified subcontractors interested in b
View details and requirements →Pre-Employment/Promotional Testing for Emergency Communications (911)
View details and requirements →Cleaning of the 911 Center Console Workstations
View details and requirements →NCEM is seeking to procure the services of Design-Builders (also known as Vendors or Prime Contractors) to oversee several aspects of the implementation process for elevation proje
View details and requirements →The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to solicit competitive proposals from qualified Vendors to establish an Agency Contract to provide comprehensive janitorial servi
View details and requirements →The North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) Exercise Branch requires a contractor with technical knowledge and expertise regarding the design, development, conduct and evaluatio
View details and requirements →Vendors have been approved to provide acquisition and demolition construction services on Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) 4827-0025 Mecklenburg County Acquisition and Demoli
View details and requirements →In preparation for the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season and other emergency or non-emergency situations that may arise, the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW) is seeki
View details and requirements →The purpose of this Invitation for Bids (IFB) is to seek competitive sealed bids from qualified vendors to provide trained Emergency Response Support Personnel to augment and/or pe
View details and requirements →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 hurr
View details and requirements →The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS), Division of Emergency Management (NCEM), Hazard Mitigation Office is seeking to qualify highly skilled Prime Contractors to pe
View details and requirements →How emergency procurement works in North Carolina
When a genuine emergency threatens public health, safety, or property, North Carolina agencies can bypass the normal competitive timeline and award a contract quickly, sometimes to a single qualified vendor. The agency still has to document why the emergency justified the expedited process, so awards go to vendors who are credible and ready, not just available.
In practice that means the winners are usually vendors already registered on NC eProcurement, with current licenses and insurance, who can mobilize within days. Common emergency categories include security and guard services, IT and cybersecurity, construction and repair, and disaster response.
How to be ready for North Carolina emergency contracts
- Register as a vendor on NC eProcurement now, before you need it. See our North Carolina vendor registration guide.
- Keep licenses, bonding, and insurance current so you are eligible on day one.
- Set up alerts for new solicitations so you respond within hours, not days.
- Have a short capability statement ready to submit fast.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find emergency contracts in North Carolina?
North Carolina emergency and sole-source solicitations are posted on the state's procurement portal, NC eProcurement. Because emergency awards move fast, the practical step is to be registered as a vendor in advance so you can respond the moment one is posted. This page lists current emergency solicitations we have found for North Carolina.
What counts as emergency procurement?
Emergency procurement is an expedited process governments use when a threat to public health, safety, or property does not allow time for normal competitive bidding. Agencies can award faster, and sometimes sole-source, but must still document the emergency. Common categories include security, IT and cybersecurity, construction, and disaster response.
Can a small business win emergency contracts in North Carolina?
Yes. Emergency awards favor vendors who are already registered, hold current licenses and certifications, and can mobilize quickly. Speed and readiness matter more than size. Keep your North Carolina vendor registration and insurance current so you are eligible the moment an emergency need is posted.