Town of Shirley bids, RFPs and contracts
Shirley, MassachusettsPop. 7,189 · shirley-ma.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 10, 2026
- Pre-RFPs
- 126
- 15 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 784
- 414 vendors
- Decision makers
- 41
The 30-second brief
126 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Shirley's meetings, most in grants and parks & recreation. The latest, from Nov 10: The Greenway Committee section referenced ongoing land protection activities, including Wild & Scenic Grant due diligence expenses and the Forest Legacy Program option agreement. The agenda did not state an approval or award amount, but it showed grant-related work already in motion. No vote or contract action was recorded in this document.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Colonial Pest Control Inc for pest Control Invoice Listed for Longley Acres ($215.00, Nov 2026) and PAYPAL for shirley Recreation Commission to Discuss PayPal Account (Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Shirley's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Shirley buys from, taken from council records. 784 contracts with 414 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Shirley.
Questions about Town of Shirley
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Shirley?
Town of Shirley currently works with 414 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 41 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 Shirley?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Shirley include Town of Shirley — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Shirley — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Shirley — 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 Shirley publish RFPs?
Town of Shirley publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Shirley?
At Town of Shirley, 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 Recreation Commission, Athletics, Finance, Assessor, and Building & Inspections. 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 41 decision-makers at Town of Shirley.
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What does Town of Shirley spend the most on?
Based on 1,678 tracked contracts, Town of Shirley spends most on Capital Projects (786), Grants (324), Public Works (260), Environmental Services (193), and Parks & Recreation (115). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Shirley's current vendors?
Town of Shirley currently works with vendors including COLONIAL PEST CONTROL INC, PAYPAL, HABITAT FOR HUMANITY, LORDEN OIL, FRIENDS OF WOODLANDS & WATERS, CIVIL ENGINEERING DESIGN & CONSULTING SERVICES, FIDELITY, ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, and HOWARD/STEIN-HUDSON. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 Shirley working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, Town of Shirley is actively discussing: Town of Shirley — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Shirley — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Shirley — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Shirley 250th Committee Meeting: Flags, Fundraising, and Merchandise, and Board of Health Meeting: Solid Waste Fees, Septic System Review, December 4. 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.