Town of Amherst bids, RFPs and contracts
Amherst, New HampshirePop. 11,985 · amherstnh.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 100
- 15 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 24
- Contracts
- 1,301
- 660 vendors
The 30-second brief
100 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Amherst's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 26: Public Works Department Planning Asset Essentials Optimization.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Cambridge Trust for trustees Discuss Cambridge Trust Investment Report (Oct 2026) and Knox Medvaults for amherst Fire EMS Deploys Knox MedVaults (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Amherst's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Amherst has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Amherst buys from, taken from council records. 1,301 contracts with 660 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Amherst.
Questions about Town of Amherst
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Amherst?
Town of Amherst currently works with 660 vendors across contract types including Consulting, Construction, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 59 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 Town of Amherst?
Small purchases under NH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Amherst include Town of Amherst — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Amherst — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Amherst — 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 Town of Amherst publish RFPs?
Town of Amherst publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 24 solicitations from Town of Amherst. 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 Town of Amherst?
At Town of Amherst, 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 City Clerk, Public Works, Library, Fire and Ems, and Finance. 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 59 decision-makers at Town of Amherst.
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What does Town of Amherst spend the most on?
Based on 2,747 tracked contracts, Town of Amherst spends most on Capital Projects (1,537), Public Works (501), Environmental Services (370), Grants (179), and Transportation (160). Contract types include Consulting, Construction, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Amherst's current vendors?
Town of Amherst currently works with vendors including EEI, DEW, CAMBRIDGE TRUST, KNOX MEDVAULTS, IMAGETREND, ZOOM, MONT VERNON, NEW BOSTON, 2-WAY COMMUNICATIONS, and PHD COMMUNICATIONS. These vendors span contract types like Consulting, Construction, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Town of Amherst working on?
Based on 29 tracked meetings, Town of Amherst is actively discussing: Town of Amherst — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Amherst — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Amherst — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Amherst Selectmen Meeting: Trucking Ordinance & Traffic Regulations, and Amherst Bicycle/Pedestrian Meeting: Trail Projects, Funding, Approvals. 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 Town of Amherst have?
Town of Amherst currently has 24 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,537), Public Works (501), and Environmental Services (370). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NH's state portal, and other sources.