Town of Bernardston bids, RFPs and contracts
Bernardston, MassachusettsPop. 2,108 · townofbernardston.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 24 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 49
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 269
- 188 vendors
- Decision makers
- 72
The 30-second brief
49 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Bernardston's meetings, most in professional services and legal & compliance. The latest, from Oct 14: The agenda noted the resignation of the Town Treasurer. That is a finance leadership change, not a procurement award, but it can affect banking, cash management, payroll controls, and any pending finance modernization work. The town did not name a replacement or next step, so this is an early buying trigger rather than an active solicitation.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Recreation & Community Services and Grants.
Latest awards: Pitney Bowes for pitney Bowes Mailing Lease Renewal Authorized (Sep 2026) and FRCOG for bernardston Board to Consider FRCOG Representative Agreement (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Bernardston's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Bernardston buys from, taken from council records. 269 contracts with 188 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Bernardston.
Questions about Town of Bernardston
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Bernardston?
Town of Bernardston currently works with 188 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TRANSPORTATION, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 72 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 Bernardston?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Bernardston include Town of Bernardston — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Bernardston — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Franklin County Technical School Building Project Forums Announced, 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 Bernardston publish RFPs?
Town of Bernardston publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Bernardston?
At Town of Bernardston, 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 Staff Directory. 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 72 decision-makers at Town of Bernardston.
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What does Town of Bernardston spend the most on?
Based on 743 tracked contracts, Town of Bernardston spends most on Capital Projects (386), Recreation & Community Services (121), Grants (103), Public Works (72), and Environmental Services (61). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TRANSPORTATION, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Bernardston's current vendors?
Town of Bernardston currently works with vendors including PITNEY BOWES, FRCOG, MHOA, CBIZ, SMITH, JACOB, F.M. KUZMESKUS BUS COMPANY, SWITCHGEAR RESA PM, PVRSD, and MARSHALL'S. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TRANSPORTATION, and SUPPLIES. 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 Bernardston working on?
Based on 17 tracked meetings, Town of Bernardston is actively discussing: Town of Bernardston — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Bernardston — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Franklin County Technical School Building Project Forums Announced, Bernardston Planning Board Meeting: Flood Bylaw & FY'27 Budget Discussed, and Bernardston Planning Board Meeting: Land Acquisition and Rentals. 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.