Town of Chestertown bids, RFPs and contracts
Chestertown, MarylandPop. 5,658 · chestertown.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 17 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 87
- 8 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 20
- Contracts
- 1,867
- 656 vendors
The 30-second brief
87 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Chestertown's meetings, most in capital projects and public works. The latest, from Oct 21: The commission agenda included edits to the comprehensive plan and PUD ordinance for Kimble Farms. The item was on the October 21, 2026 regular meeting agenda, but the agenda text does not show any final action. No project value was stated. Decision state: vote scheduled.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 20. Latest awards: Taylor Loughry Construction LLC (Oct 2026) and Silcox Engineering & Drafting Inc for silcox Engineering Reviews Taylor Loughry Stormwater Design (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Chestertown's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Chestertown is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Chestertown buys from, taken from council records. 1,867 contracts with 656 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Chestertown.
Questions about Town of Chestertown
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Chestertown?
Town of Chestertown currently works with 656 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 14 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 Chestertown?
Small purchases under MD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Chestertown include Town of Chestertown — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Chestertown — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Chestertown — 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 Chestertown publish RFPs?
Town of Chestertown publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 18 solicitations from Town of Chestertown. 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 Chestertown?
At Town of Chestertown, 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 Police, Administration & Finance, Finance, Mayor's Office, and Utilities. 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 14 decision-makers at Town of Chestertown.
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What does Town of Chestertown spend the most on?
Based on 1,605 tracked contracts, Town of Chestertown spends most on Capital Projects (902), Public Works (335), Environmental Services (164), Grants (105), and Parks & Recreation (99). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Chestertown's current vendors?
Town of Chestertown currently works with vendors including TAYLOR LOUGHRY CONSTRUCTION LLC, SILCOX ENGINEERING & DRAFTING INC, DMS & ASSOCIATES LLC, DAVIS, BOWEN & FRIEDEL INC, GREENSCAPES, SHORE RIVERS, SHORERIVERS, MANNO & ASSOCIATES LLC, and SDN CONSULTING LLC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and FACILITIES. 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 Chestertown working on?
Based on 24 tracked meetings, Town of Chestertown is actively discussing: Town of Chestertown — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Chestertown — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Chestertown — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Chestertown Planning Commission Meeting Summary: Dec. 17, 2025, and Chestertown Historic District Commission Meeting: Business Opportunities. 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 Chestertown have?
Town of Chestertown currently has 18 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (902), Public Works (335), and Environmental Services (164). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MD's state portal, and other sources.