#1 Small Place in Virginia
Since 2017, Forbes has named Winchester as the #1 best small place in Virginia (#9 in the U.S. in 2019) for business and careers. We are open for business!
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Economic Development
- Enterprise Zone Information
- Winchester Economic Development Incentives
- Winchester Economic Development Website
Old Town Winchester
- Old Town Winchester Outdoor Dining Guidelines
- Primary & Secondary Use Permits:
- Hold Harmless Agreement
Planning, Zoning & Inspections
- Check List for Development in Winchester
- Comprehensive Plan
- Owning Property in the Historic District
- Corridor Enhancement Districts
- Administrative Telecommunications Permit - Minor Modification to Existing Facility
- Fee Schedule
- Minimum Zoning Standards
- Fence Regulations
- Graffiti Removal Techniques
- Zoning Ordinance
Procurement Opportunities
Procurement Definitions
Bid Type | Description |
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RFP | Request For Proposal - The document used to solicit sealed Proposals from potential providers for goods and services (Proposers) over $50,000. Price is usually not a primary evaluation factor. Provides for the negotiation of all terms, including price prior to contract award. May include a provision for the negotiation of Best and Final Offers. May be a single-step or multi-step process. |
ITB | Invitation to Bid - Bidding process used for soliciting sealed bids for goods and services over $50,000. Award is made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. |
RFQ | Request For Quote - Bidding process for soliciting bids under $50,000. Award is made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. |
Get Solicitations
Solicitations are available several ways:
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Online - Download the document from the links provided in the below chart
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Mail - Call the City's Purchasing Division at (540) 667-2378 or e-mail purchasing agent and we will mail the RFP or ITB to you
- In-Person - Visit the Purchasing office and pick up a bid or proposal packet between the hours of 8:30 am-4:30 pm, Monday-Friday, excluding holidays. Location: Rouss City Hall, 15 North Cameron Street, First Floor, Winchester, Virginia 22601
Special Events & Filming/Photography
- Holding a special event on public property
- Commercial filming or photography on public property
Click here for more information and the permit application.
Business Forms
- Business License
- Engineering & Stormwater
- Planning & Zoning
- Building Inspections & Code Enforcement
- Local Taxes, Income Tax & Compliance
- Real Estate Tax