Borough of Norwood bids, RFPs and contracts
Norwood, PennsylvaniaPop. 5,927 · norwood-boro.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 21, 2026
- 36 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 4
- Bids and RFPs
- 6
- None open now
- Contracts
- 57
- 34 vendors
The 30-second brief
4 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Borough of Norwood's meetings, most in capital projects and payroll and pension. The latest, from Sep 21: The agenda scheduled Change Order #1 for the FY2023 CDBG Historic Preservation of the Morton Morton House project with F.W. Houder, Inc. This would add to the existing contract and raise the total adjusted price, but the amount was still listed as TBD in the agenda. The item signals active contract administration on a grant-backed historic preservation project and possible downstream preservation work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Vortex Services LLC for norwood Considers Final Sewer Project Payment to Vortex ($TBD, Sep 2026) and F.W. Houder Inc for norwood Considers Historic Preservation Change Order (Add $TBD; adjusted contract price $TBD, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Borough of Norwood's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Borough of Norwood has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Borough of Norwood buys from, taken from council records. 57 contracts with 34 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Borough of Norwood.
Questions about Borough of Norwood
How do I become an approved vendor for Borough of Norwood?
Borough of Norwood currently works with 34 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 2 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Borough of Norwood?
Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Borough of Norwood include Borough of Norwood — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Borough of Norwood — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Borough of Norwood — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Borough of Norwood publish RFPs?
Borough of Norwood publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 6 solicitations from Borough of Norwood. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Borough of Norwood?
At Borough of Norwood, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Norwood Borough Police Department, and Streets & Roads. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 2 decision-makers at Borough of Norwood.
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What does Borough of Norwood spend the most on?
Based on 97 tracked contracts, Borough of Norwood spends most on Capital Projects (46), Public Works (24), Public Safety (15), Grants (6), and Parks & Recreation (6). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Borough of Norwood's current vendors?
Borough of Norwood currently works with vendors including VORTEX SERVICES LLC, F.W. HOUDER INC, VOLUNTEER MEDICAL SERVICE CORPS OF LOWER MERION & NARBERTH DBA NARBERTH AMBULANCE, JIM SHORKEY CHEVROLET OF BAKERSTOWN PA, BARSZ GOWIE AMON & FULTZ, BANCORP BANK, and EAGLE CONTRACTING & LANDSCAPING INC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Borough of Norwood working on?
Based on 11 tracked meetings, Borough of Norwood is actively discussing: Borough of Norwood — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Borough of Norwood — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Borough of Norwood — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Norwood Borough Council Meeting: Budget, Contracts & Infrastructure (2026), and Norwood Council Approves Cable Agreement & Emergency Service Cooperation. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does Borough of Norwood have?
Borough of Norwood currently has 6 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (46), Public Works (24), and Public Safety (15). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, PA's state portal, and other sources.