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City of Essex Junction bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Essex Junction logoEssex Junction, Vermont
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 28, 2026
6 days ago
Pre-RFPs
124
20+ in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
32
Contracts
185
121 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

124 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Essex Junction's meetings, most in capital projects and public works. The latest, from Oct 28: City Launching Comprehensive Budget & Ballot Public Engagement Plan.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: Tree Enterprises Inc Dba El Gato Cantina for liquor License Recommended for El Gato Cantina (No cost associated with this matter, Oct 2026) and Heywood, Matt for essex Junction Selects Matt Heywood for Mural (Oct 2026).

124 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 28

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Essex Junction's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Essex Junction has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Essex Junction buys from, taken from council records. 185 contracts with 121 vendors.

TREE ENTERPRISES INC DBA EL GATO CANTINALiquor License Recommended for El Gato Cantina · Oct 24No cost associated with this matter
HEYWOOD, MATTEssex Junction Selects Matt Heywood for Mural · Oct 24Undisclosed
ESSEX RESCUE INCEssex Rescue Requests FY2028 Municipal Funding · Oct 24$215,612.40
ST MICHAELS RESCUESt. Michaels Rescue Loaned Ambulance to Essex Rescue · Oct 24Undisclosed
MISSION SQUAREEssex Junction Continues Mission Square Retirement Plan · Oct 14Undisclosed

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Essex Junction.

Questions about City of Essex Junction

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Essex Junction?

City of Essex Junction currently works with 121 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 35 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 Essex Junction?

Small purchases under VT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Essex Junction include City of Essex Junction — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Essex Junction — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Essex Junction — 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 Essex Junction publish RFPs?

City of Essex Junction publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 32 solicitations from City of Essex Junction. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Essex Junction?

At City of Essex Junction, 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 Essex Junction Recreation & Parks, Water Resource Recovery Facility, City Council, and Water. 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 35 decision-makers at City of Essex Junction.

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What does City of Essex Junction spend the most on?

Based on 606 tracked contracts, City of Essex Junction spends most on Capital Projects (356), Public Works (109), Transportation (66), Grants (44), and Environmental Services (31). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Essex Junction's current vendors?

City of Essex Junction currently works with vendors including TREE ENTERPRISES INC DBA EL GATO CANTINA, HEYWOOD, MATT, ESSEX RESCUE INC, ST MICHAELS RESCUE, MISSION SQUARE, VMERS, INVEST EAP, HOYLE, TANNER & ASSOCIATES INC, DONAL L HAMLIN CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC, and FID​IUM. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_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 City of Essex Junction working on?

Based on 14 tracked meetings, City of Essex Junction is actively discussing: City of Essex Junction — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Essex Junction — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Essex Junction — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Essex Junction Council Meeting: Transit, Development & Policy Review, and Essex Junction, VT: Issues RFP for Compensation Study Consultant. 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 Essex Junction have?

City of Essex Junction currently has 32 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (356), Public Works (109), and Transportation (66). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VT's state portal, and other sources.

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