FOIA Request to Anson County regarding procurement bids and RFP submissions on February 1, 2026.
On February 1, 2026, Old North News submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to Anson County, North Carolina. The request seeks access to records related to procurement bids and responses to requests for proposals (RFPs) received by the county during the immediately preceding calendar month. This inquiry is made under the North Carolina Public Records Law, G.S. ยง132-1.
The specific records requested include details such as solicitation or project titles, names of bidders or proposers, submission dates, bid amounts or proposed costs, and descriptions of the goods or services proposed. The aim is to gather information of public interest for dissemination to the public. The request emphasizes that it seeks existing records only and does not require the creation of new documents.
Old North News has expressed a preference for receiving these records in electronic format if available. They have also requested that if any portion of this request is denied or withheld, Anson County should provide the specific statutory basis for such denial and release all reasonably segregable portions of the records.
As a member of the media, Old North News highlights its role in gathering and reporting news to hold public institutions accountable and provide transparency. They have requested a fee waiver based on their status as media professionals.
Additionally, Old North News is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.
