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City of Melrose bids, RFPs and contracts

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Latest contract
Jan 22, 2025
22 months ago
Bids and RFPs
2
None open now
Contracts
130
86 vendors
Decision makers
217

The 30-second brief

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.

How they buy

Latest awards: Greenwood Development Group LLC (Jan 2025) and Town of Wakefield (One-third (1/3) share of District Director compensation, 100% of Wakefield VSO costs, proportional benefit reimbursements, Jan 2025).

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Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Melrose has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Melrose buys from, taken from council records. 130 contracts with 86 vendors.

GREENWOOD DEVELOPMENT GROUP LLCLitigation Strategy Discussion with Greenwood Development Group LLC · Jan 22Undisclosed
TOWN OF WAKEFIELDInter-Municipal Veterans Service Agreement Renewed with Wakefield · Jan 21One-third (1/3) share of District Director compensation, 100% of Wakefield VSO costs, proportional benefit reimbursements
TOWN OF SAUGUSMelrose Renews Shared Veterans Service Agreement With Saugus · Jan 21One-third (1/3) share of District Director compensation, 100% of Saugus VSO costs, proportional benefit reimbursements
ANGELO, GAYLE-JEANDistrict Director Named in Regional Veterans Services Agreement · Jan 21Not specified (District Director salary included in shared costs)
BOSTON BOXINGBoston Boxing one-day wine and malt license renewal · Jan 15Undisclosed

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Melrose.

Questions about City of Melrose

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Melrose?

City of Melrose currently works with 86 vendors across contract types including LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LICENSE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 217 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 Melrose?

Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (316), Grants (87), and Public Works (51), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Melrose publish RFPs?

City of Melrose publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from City of Melrose. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Melrose?

At City of Melrose, 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 Senior Services, Administration, Liquor Licensing Commission, Human Resources, and Human Services. 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 217 decision-makers at City of Melrose.

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What does City of Melrose spend the most on?

Based on 499 tracked contracts, City of Melrose spends most on Capital Projects (316), Grants (87), Public Works (51), Recreation & Community Services (24), and Environmental Services (21). Contract types include LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LICENSE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Melrose's current vendors?

City of Melrose currently works with vendors including GREENWOOD DEVELOPMENT GROUP LLC, TOWN OF WAKEFIELD, TOWN OF SAUGUS, ANGELO, GAYLE-JEAN, BOSTON BOXING, DANCING SCHOOL, BIG FIN MELROSE LLC DBA BIG FIN POKE, DSW-DANCE STUDIO OF WAKEFIELD, LET'S DANCE INC, and NO BOUNDARY FIGHTS. These vendors span contract types like LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LICENSE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

How many active solicitations does City of Melrose have?

City of Melrose currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (316), Grants (87), and Public Works (51). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.

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