City of Dover bids, RFPs and contracts
Dover, New HampshirePop. 34,623 · dover.nh.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 31, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 2
- Bids and RFPs
- 68
- Contracts
- 291
- 196 vendors
The 30-second brief
2 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Dover's meetings, most in public health and public works. The latest, from Aug 31: Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Funding.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: EVERSOURCE for eversource Handles Municipal Electricity Delivery Services (Jan 2026) and Network Threat, Endpoint & Identity Protection, Vulnerability Management & Siem Platform for city Invests in Ongoing Cybersecurity Platforms for FY2026 (Jan 2026).
2 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Dover. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Dover's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Dover has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Dover buys from, taken from council records. 291 contracts with 196 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Dover.
Questions about City of Dover
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Dover?
City of Dover currently works with 196 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 75 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 Dover?
Small purchases under NH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Dover include City of Dover — 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 Dover publish RFPs?
City of Dover publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 68 solicitations from City of Dover. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Dover?
At City of Dover, 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 Information Technology Systems and Services; Dovernet, Purchasing, Library, Zoning, and Community Development; Master Plan. 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 75 decision-makers at City of Dover.
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What does City of Dover spend the most on?
Based on 738 tracked contracts, City of Dover spends most on Capital Projects (461), Grants (128), Public Works (60), Recreation & Community Services (47), and Information Technology (42). Contract types include UTILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Dover's current vendors?
City of Dover currently works with vendors including EVERSOURCE, NETWORK THREAT, ENDPOINT & IDENTITY PROTECTION, VULNERABILITY MANAGEMENT & SIEM PLATFORM, MAIN STREET ORGANIZATION, CONTRACTUAL VENDOR OBLIGATIONS FOR FIELD INSPECTION & DATA COLLECTION SERVICES, COAST, RINGCENTRAL, SINGLE-STREAM CURBSIDE COLLECTION PROCESSING & DISPOSAL SERVICES, IRVING, COMCAST, and ORGANIC TURF TREATMENT & MOWING CONTRACTOR. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. 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 Dover working on?
Based on 1 tracked meeting, City of Dover is actively discussing: City of Dover — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026). 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 Dover have?
City of Dover currently has 68 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (461), Grants (128), and Public Works (60). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NH's state portal, and other sources.