Plymouth County bids, RFPs and contracts
Plymouth, MassachusettsPop. 546,829 · plymouthcountyma.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 30, 2026
- 38 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 29
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 16
- Contracts
- 471
- 172 vendors
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29 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Plymouth County's meetings, most in administration & finance and grants. The latest, from Sep 30: County Exploring Regional Water Authority and Desalination Planning.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 16. Latest awards: Colonial South Auto for dodge Chrysler Vehicle Contract Extension Considered (Oct 2026) and Mcgovern Mhq Inc for ford Vehicle Contract Extension Considered for McGovern MHQ (Oct 2026).
29 pre-RFPs tracked at Plymouth County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Plymouth County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Plymouth County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Plymouth County buys from, taken from council records. 471 contracts with 172 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Plymouth County.
Questions about Plymouth County
How do I become an approved vendor for Plymouth County?
Plymouth County currently works with 172 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 40 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 Plymouth County?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Plymouth County include Plymouth County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Plymouth County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Plymouth County — 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 Plymouth County publish RFPs?
Plymouth County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 15 solicitations from Plymouth County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Plymouth County?
At Plymouth County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Administration, Plymouth County 4h, and City Council. 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 40 decision-makers at Plymouth County.
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What does Plymouth County spend the most on?
Based on 506 tracked contracts, Plymouth County spends most on Capital Projects (210), Grants (122), Environmental Services (63), Public Works (58), and Administration & Finance (53). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Plymouth County's current vendors?
Plymouth County currently works with vendors including COLONIAL SOUTH AUTO, MCGOVERN MHQ INC, CENTRAL CHRYSLER/DODGE, COLONIAL IMPORTS SOUTH, LIBERTY CHEVROLET, COLONIAL NISSAN OF MEDFORD, COLONIAL FORD, MASSACHUSETTS BAY COMMUNITY COLLEGE, and CBIZ. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, 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 Plymouth County working on?
Based on 14 tracked meetings, Plymouth County is actively discussing: Plymouth County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Plymouth County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Plymouth County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Plymouth County Commissioners Meeting: Contracts, Bids, and Policy Updates, and CPCWDC Meeting: Finance, Silver Lake Usage & Future Planning (Dec 9, 2025). 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 Plymouth County have?
Plymouth County currently has 15 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (210), Grants (122), and Environmental Services (63). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.