City of Amherst bids, RFPs and contracts
Amherst, MassachusettsPop. 40,920 · amherstma.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 243
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 644
- Contracts
- 6,204
- 2,189 vendors
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243 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Amherst's meetings, most in environmental services and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 27: Advisory Committee Evaluates Volunteer Management and Communication Tools.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Camp, Dresser, & Mckee for camp Dresser McKee Develops Amherst Wastewater Plan (Oct 2026) and CIVICPLUS for amherst Continues Website Redesign With CivicPlus (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Amherst's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Amherst has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Amherst buys from, taken from council records. 6,204 contracts with 2,189 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Amherst.
Questions about City of Amherst
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Amherst?
City of Amherst currently works with 2,189 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, UTILITIES, CONSULTING, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 177 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 City of Amherst?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Amherst include City of Amherst — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Amherst — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Amherst — 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 City of Amherst publish RFPs?
City of Amherst publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 644 solicitations from City of Amherst. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Amherst?
At City of Amherst, 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 Recycling - Solid Waste, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Departments. 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 177 decision-makers at City of Amherst.
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What does City of Amherst spend the most on?
Based on 7,772 tracked contracts, City of Amherst spends most on Capital Projects (4,135), Public Works (1,376), Grants (963), Environmental Services (817), and Community & Outreach (481). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, UTILITIES, CONSULTING, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Amherst's current vendors?
City of Amherst currently works with vendors including CAMP, DRESSER, & MCKEE, CIVICPLUS, DIRECT ENERGY, HORSLEY-WITTEN GROUP, CET, KESTREL LAND TRUST, INNES LAND GROUP, DODSON & FLINKER, AMERICAN CAMPUS COMMUNITIES, and WESTON & SAMPSON. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, UTILITIES, CONSULTING, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is City of Amherst working on?
Based on 18 tracked meetings, City of Amherst is actively discussing: City of Amherst — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Amherst — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Amherst — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Amherst CDBG Meeting: FY26 Application, Project Reviews, Priorities, and CPA Meeting: Signage, Open Space, Affordable Housing Initiatives. 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 City of Amherst have?
City of Amherst currently has 644 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (4,135), Public Works (1,376), and Grants (963). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.