Onslow County is accepting sealed bids for the purchase of a new Marine Watercraft Vessel under Bid No. 100-27V. Sealed bids must be submitted to the Onslow County Purchasing Department, 234 NW Corridor Blvd., Jacksonville, NC 28540, by 2:00 PM EST on October 15, 2026, when they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Specifications and bid forms may be obtained from the Purchasing Department during regular business hours by calling (910) 455-1750, and the County reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
Sole Source:If proprietary and mission-critical (public safety, aviation, corrections), work with Purchasing on a sole source justification; for federally funded buys ≥$30k, secure Board approval.
Coops:Frequently procures through NC State Contract, NCSBA BuyBoard, OMNIA Partners, and Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Onslow County, NC will consider sole source when the product is proprietary and essential to continuity of service in critical infrastructure (e.g., public safety, aviation, corrections). Work with the Purchasing Department to prepare the justification, emphasizing vendor exclusivity and the need to meet federal standards (e.g., FAA). For any federally funded contract valued at $30,000 or more, obtain Board of Commissioners approval.
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Onslow County, NC actively uses cooperative purchasing and permits buying via NC State Contract and NCSBA BuyBoard. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to gain access to the recommended path.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Onslow County
Onslow County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board held a meeting where they adopted an amended agenda and presented a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Public comments were heard regarding license plate reader technology, county budget transparency, surveillance funding, and requests for more inclusive policies. The meeting also featured a public hearing for a rezoning request by Continental Ground LLC from rural agriculture to residential.
Onslow County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 9, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting included a public comment session where citizens raised concerns regarding the use and funding of automated license plate readers (ALPR) and questioned the transparency of the sheriff's office in relation to these systems. Other topics discussed included the need for dedicated funding from occupancy taxes to maintain the beaches in North Topsail Beach to support local tourism, the cessation of mail services for residents in a local manor, and suggestions for the board to improve its public image and communication strategies to increase civic engagement.
Onslow County Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Parks & Recreation Master Plan Update 2021-2031
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Onslow County.
This document is an update to the Onslow County Comprehensive Parks & Recreation Master Plan, serving as a roadmap for improving and enhancing the county's park system from 2021 to 2031. It prioritizes addressing facility needs based on extensive community input and recreation standards, with a focus on expanding indoor recreation, athletic fields, trail connectivity, accessibility, and event and gathering spaces. The plan outlines specific recommendations for existing parks like Onslow Pines Park and Hines Park, along with strategies for staffing, maintenance, and funding to meet the evolving recreational demands of residents and visitors.
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