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Town of North Reading bids, RFPs and contracts

Town of North Reading logoNorth Reading, Massachusetts
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 23, 2026
15 days ago
Pre-RFPs
117
13 in the last 30 days
Open bids
1
Next due Nov 24
Contracts
927
456 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

117 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of North Reading's meetings, most in professional services and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 23: Modular classroom replacement project for the Hood and Little School funded via debt exclusion.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Consulting and Public Works.

How they buy

1 open RFP, the next due Nov 24. Latest awards: VERTEX for fire Station Project OPM Services Planned With Vertex (Sep 2026) and TECTON ($30,000 appropriation from Town Meeting, Sep 2026).

117 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 23

13 new pre-RFPs at Town of North Reading this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of North Reading's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations Town of North Reading is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who Town of North Reading buys from, taken from council records. 927 contracts with 456 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of North Reading.

Questions about Town of North Reading

How do I become an approved vendor for Town of North Reading?

Town of North Reading currently works with 456 vendors across contract types including Payment in Lieu of Tax Agreement, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 104 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 North Reading?

Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of North Reading include North Reading Select Board Meeting: FY26 Budget & Kearsage Riverpark, North Reading Zoning Board to Review 20 Elm St. Permit Application, and North Reading EDC Meeting: Local Business Promotion Project on Agenda, 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 North Reading publish RFPs?

Town of North Reading publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 9 solicitations from Town of North Reading. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Consulting, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of North Reading?

At Town of North Reading, 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 North Reading Public Schools Food Services, North Reading Senior Center / Council on Aging, Parks & Recreation, and Finance & Accounting. 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 104 decision-makers at Town of North Reading.

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What does Town of North Reading spend the most on?

Based on 2,831 tracked contracts, Town of North Reading spends most on Capital Projects (1,747), Consulting (337), Public Works (271), Environmental Services (243), and Grants (233). Contract types include Payment in Lieu of Tax Agreement, CONSULTING, 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 North Reading's current vendors?

Town of North Reading currently works with vendors including KEARSAGE RIVERPARK I, VERTEX, TECTON, WESTON & SAMPSON, LJR ENGINEERING, VHB, and NATIONAL GRID. These vendors span contract types like Payment in Lieu of Tax Agreement, CONSULTING, 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 North Reading working on?

Based on 19 tracked meetings, Town of North Reading is actively discussing: North Reading Select Board Meeting: FY26 Budget & Kearsage Riverpark, North Reading Zoning Board to Review 20 Elm St. Permit Application, North Reading EDC Meeting: Local Business Promotion Project on Agenda, Youth Services Committee Meeting: Director Job Posting & Updates, and Commission on Disabilities Meeting: Town Day, Library Ramp, The Ride. 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 North Reading have?

Town of North Reading currently has 9 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,747), Consulting (337), and Public Works (271). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.

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