Town of Manchester-by-the-sea bids, RFPs and contracts
Manchester-by-the-Sea, MassachusettsPop. 5,475 · manchester.ma.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 4, 2026
- 3 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 328
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 19
- Contracts
- 927
- 528 vendors
The 30-second brief
328 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Manchester-by-the-sea's meetings, most in capital projects and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Nov 4: Harbor Improvements and Rotunda Design Engineering.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 19. Latest awards: B2Q for facility Committee Discusses B2Q Solar Proposal (Oct 2026) and COMCAST for cape Ann Committee to Discuss Comcast Franchise Renewal (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Manchester-by-the-sea's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Manchester-by-the-sea is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Manchester-by-the-sea buys from, taken from council records. 927 contracts with 528 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Manchester-by-the-sea.
Questions about Town of Manchester-by-the-sea
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Manchester-by-the-sea?
Town of Manchester-by-the-sea currently works with 528 vendors across contract types including OTHER, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 98 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 Manchester-by-the-sea?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Manchester-by-the-sea include Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea — 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 Manchester-by-the-sea publish RFPs?
Town of Manchester-by-the-sea publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 49 solicitations from Town of Manchester-by-the-sea. 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 Manchester-by-the-sea?
At Town of Manchester-by-the-sea, 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 Board of Health, Cape Ann Public Health Alliance Public Health Excellence (PHE) Grant, Treasurer, Senior Services, and Select Board. 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 98 decision-makers at Town of Manchester-by-the-sea.
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What does Town of Manchester-by-the-sea spend the most on?
Based on 3,948 tracked contracts, Town of Manchester-by-the-sea spends most on Capital Projects (2,204), Public Works (871), Environmental Services (421), Grants (265), and Administration & Finance (187). Contract types include OTHER, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Manchester-by-the-sea's current vendors?
Town of Manchester-by-the-sea currently works with vendors including B2Q, COMCAST, NORTHSHORE CDC, LYNFIELD, HARDIN, JOHN, DELVINA THEATER, NATIONAL GRID, TETRA TECH, and JONAH VENTURES. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. 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 Manchester-by-the-sea working on?
Based on 29 tracked meetings, Town of Manchester-by-the-sea is actively discussing: Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Board of Health Meeting: Grant Agreements, Health Agent Review, and Addendum: Precast Concrete Arches Bid Update for Central Street Bridge. 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 Manchester-by-the-sea have?
Town of Manchester-by-the-sea currently has 49 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,204), Public Works (871), and Environmental Services (421). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.