Town of Fairhaven bids, RFPs and contracts
Fairhaven, MassachusettsPop. 16,110 · fairhaven-ma.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 191
- 17 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 1,907
- 801 vendors
The 30-second brief
191 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Fairhaven's meetings, most in information technology and public safety. The latest, from Oct 27: In the Town Planner update, Fairhaven said it had been awarded a Resilient Coasts Technical Assistance program grant in partnership with CZM (Coastal Zone Management). The board was told more details would follow when the scope of work arrived from AECOM and Woods Hole Group. The grant-funded work was still awaiting scope details in this agenda.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Infrastructure & Maintenance.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: Tri-county Music Association Inc for senior Concert Ticket Grant Request Under Review ($200, Nov 2026) and Reilly, Jonathan for voices With Jay Grant Request Under Review ($1,000, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Fairhaven's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Fairhaven is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Fairhaven buys from, taken from council records. 1,907 contracts with 801 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Fairhaven.
Questions about Town of Fairhaven
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Fairhaven?
Town of Fairhaven currently works with 801 vendors across contract types including OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 12 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 Fairhaven?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Fairhaven include Town of Fairhaven — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Fairhaven — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Fairhaven Select Board Meeting: License Renewals, Traffic, and Town Updates, 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 Fairhaven publish RFPs?
Town of Fairhaven publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 28 solicitations from Town of Fairhaven. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Infrastructure & Maintenance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Fairhaven?
At Town of Fairhaven, 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 Town Clerk’s Office, and Information Technology. 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 12 decision-makers at Town of Fairhaven.
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What does Town of Fairhaven spend the most on?
Based on 2,785 tracked contracts, Town of Fairhaven spends most on Capital Projects (1,390), Public Works (418), Infrastructure & Maintenance (335), Grants (325), and Administration & Finance (317). Contract types include OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Fairhaven's current vendors?
Town of Fairhaven currently works with vendors including TRI-COUNTY MUSIC ASSOCIATION INC, REILLY, JONATHAN, MUSIC DANCE.EDU, QUANN, LANA, JANSKY, MELANIE, SOUTH COAST CHILDREN'S CHORUS, CAMARAO, CHRISTIAN, WRITE WITH COMMUNITY INC, NEW BEDFORD FISHING HERITAGE CENTER INC, and FAIRHAVEN IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION. These vendors span contract types like OTHER. 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 Fairhaven working on?
Based on 17 tracked meetings, Town of Fairhaven is actively discussing: Town of Fairhaven — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Fairhaven — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Fairhaven Select Board Meeting: License Renewals, Traffic, and Town Updates, Fairhaven Select Board Meeting: Tax Rates, Subdivision Review, & Hiring, and Fairhaven Select Board Reviews Planning, Appointments, and Financial Matters. 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 Fairhaven have?
Town of Fairhaven currently has 28 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,390), Public Works (418), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (335). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.