City of Barnstable bids, RFPs and contracts
Hyannis, MassachusettsPop. 50,101 · barnstable.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 5, 2026
- Yesterday
- Pre-RFPs
- 376
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 303
- 163 vendors
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376 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Barnstable's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and parks & recreation. The latest, from Nov 5: At its November 5, 2026 meeting the Town Council scheduled a public hearing on a $1,135,000 appropriation and a $2,765,000 Fiscal Year 2027-2028 grant for the Marstons Mills Cranberry Bog Wetland Restoration Project. The Department of Public Works said the Commonwealth's MVP Action Grant had already been awarded, the total project was estimated at $4,700,000, and construction was anticipated from July 2027 through Spring 2028. The item also authorized the Town Manager to acquire property interests needed for construction and long-term maintenance. Decision state: vote scheduled on November 5, 2026.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Executive Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs for barnstable Plans $2.765 Million Wetland Restoration Grant ($2,765,000, Nov 2026) and Nstar Electric Company Dba Eversource Energy for eversource Utility Access Proposed for Sewer Pump Station (Nominal ($1.00) or no monetary consideration, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Barnstable's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Barnstable is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Barnstable buys from, taken from council records. 303 contracts with 163 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Barnstable.
Questions about City of Barnstable
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Barnstable?
City of Barnstable currently works with 163 vendors across contract types including OTHER, UTILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 134 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 City of Barnstable?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Barnstable include City of Barnstable — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Barnstable — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Barnstable — 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 City of Barnstable publish RFPs?
City of Barnstable publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from City of Barnstable. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Barnstable?
At City of Barnstable, 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 Planning & Development, Waterways Committee, Waterways Committee, Marine and Environmental Affairs, Recreation Commission, and Community Preservation Committee. 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 134 decision-makers at City of Barnstable.
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What does City of Barnstable spend the most on?
Based on 4,459 tracked contracts, City of Barnstable spends most on Capital Projects (2,213), Public Works (1,000), Environmental Services (683), Recreation & Community Services (288), and Grants (275). Contract types include OTHER, UTILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Barnstable's current vendors?
City of Barnstable currently works with vendors including COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS, EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS, NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY DBA EVERSOURCE ENERGY, HOLLY POINT BEACH & TENNIS ASSOCIATION INC, NATIONAL GRID DBA BOSTON GAS COMPANY, JC ENGINEERING INC, HABEEB & ASSOCIATES, AECOM, COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS, EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF PUBLIC SAFETY & SECURITY, and COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS, DIVISION OF MARINE FISHERIES. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, UTILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is City of Barnstable working on?
Based on 29 tracked meetings, City of Barnstable is actively discussing: City of Barnstable — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Barnstable — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Barnstable — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Cape Cod Gateway Airport Comm. Meeting: Budget, PFAS Mitigation & Contracts, and Barnstable Council Approves Funding for Infrastructure & Public Safety. 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 City of Barnstable have?
City of Barnstable currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,213), Public Works (1,000), and Environmental Services (683). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.