Town of Colchester bids, RFPs and contracts
Colchester, VermontPop. 17,565 · colchestervt.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 23 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 23
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 11
- Contracts
- 10
- 10 vendors
The 30-second brief
23 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Colchester's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Oct 14: The Development Review Board was scheduled to hear changes for 541, 567, and 587 Main Street. The agenda names a retained wall installation, site plan amendments, and related stormwater, wastewater, and water connections for the properties. The items are still pending board review, so the near-term next step is the October 14, 2026 hearing. The scope signals follow-on work tied to site improvements and utility connections.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Budget Planning.
Latest awards: Habitat for Humanity for habitat for Humanity Development Application Discussed (Sep 2026) and Duffy's Waste & Recycling for duffy's Waste and Recycling License Application Reviewed (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Colchester's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Colchester has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Colchester buys from, taken from council records. 10 contracts with 10 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Colchester.
Questions about Town of Colchester
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Colchester?
Town of Colchester currently works with 10 vendors across contract types including OTHER, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 102 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 Colchester?
Small purchases under VT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Colchester include Burlington City Update: School Construction & FY26 Budget Challenges, and City of Burlington Board of Finance Meeting Summary, 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 Colchester publish RFPs?
Town of Colchester publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from Town of Colchester. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Budget Planning. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Colchester?
At Town of Colchester, 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 Manager, Fire, Public Works, Police, and Planning. 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 102 decision-makers at Town of Colchester.
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What does Town of Colchester spend the most on?
Based on 1,325 tracked contracts, Town of Colchester spends most on Capital Projects (740), Public Works (178), Budget Planning (144), Public Updates (142), and Environmental Services (121). Contract types include OTHER, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Colchester's current vendors?
Town of Colchester currently works with vendors including HABITAT FOR HUMANITY, DUFFY'S WASTE & RECYCLING, FRANK, AARON, MARSHALL, RENAE, CARTERS TRUCKING COMPANY, CARTERS TRUCKING CO, GAUTHIER CONTAINER SERVICE CORP, CARTERS CONTAINER SERVICE CORP, ATLANTIC SYSTEMS DBA VERIZON WIRELESS, and BELL LDR-26-01 LLC DBA VERIZON WIRELESS. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, and TRANSPORTATION. 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 Colchester working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, Town of Colchester is actively discussing: Burlington City Update: School Construction & FY26 Budget Challenges, and City of Burlington Board of Finance Meeting Summary. 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 Colchester have?
Town of Colchester currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (740), Public Works (178), and Budget Planning (144). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VT's state portal, and other sources.