Town of Fairfax bids, RFPs and contracts
Fairfax, VermontPop. 5,455 · fairfax-vt.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 1, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 85
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 13
- Contracts
- 476
- 241 vendors
The 30-second brief
85 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Fairfax's meetings, most in utilities and public works. The latest, from Nov 1: Staff were preparing the FY28 budget and building an updated capital plan for the budget season. Department heads were requesting historical expenditure data and guidance on their capital improvement plans. The report framed the capital plan as a substantial undertaking that was still being assembled as of the November 1, 2026 document date.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Administration & Finance.
Latest awards: LARAMIE'S for fairfax Uses Laramie's for Utility Collection Operations (Nov 2026) and Greenman-pedersen (Gpi) for fairfax Road Evaluation Underway With Greenman-Pedersen (Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Fairfax's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Fairfax has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Fairfax buys from, taken from council records. 476 contracts with 241 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Fairfax.
Questions about Town of Fairfax
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Fairfax?
Town of Fairfax currently works with 241 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 17 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 Fairfax?
Small purchases under VT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Fairfax include Town of Fairfax — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Fairfax — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Fairfax — 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 Fairfax publish RFPs?
Town of Fairfax publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 13 solicitations from Town of Fairfax. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Administration & Finance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Fairfax?
At Town of Fairfax, 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 Utility Department / Department of Public Works, Water & Sewer / Utility Department, Planning & Zoning, Athletics, and Parks & Recreation. 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 17 decision-makers at Town of Fairfax.
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What does Town of Fairfax spend the most on?
Based on 724 tracked contracts, Town of Fairfax spends most on Capital Projects (300), Public Works (162), Administration & Finance (102), Public Safety (89), and Budget Planning (71). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, 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 Fairfax's current vendors?
Town of Fairfax currently works with vendors including LARAMIE'S, GREENMAN-PEDERSEN (GPI), CASELLA, UNION BANK, NEMRC, PEOPLES TRUST COMPANY, SULLIVAN & POWERS, ALDRICH + ELLIOT ENGINEERS, TAILWATER ENGINEERING, and LARAMIE WATER RESOURCES. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, 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 Fairfax working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, Town of Fairfax is actively discussing: Town of Fairfax — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Fairfax — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Fairfax — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Fairfax Planning Commission & Selectboard Joint Meeting: Town Plan Update, and Fairfax Selectboard Considers Firetruck Loan & Water/Sewer Moratorium. 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 Fairfax have?
Town of Fairfax currently has 13 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (300), Public Works (162), and Administration & Finance (102). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VT's state portal, and other sources.