City of Framingham bids, RFPs and contracts
Framingham, MassachusettsPop. 73,021 · framinghamma.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 26
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 5+
- Next due Nov 4
- Contracts
- 206
- 144 vendors
The 30-second brief
26 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Framingham's meetings, most in capital projects and public safety. The latest, from Oct 21: The committee discussed a quality-of-life dashboard with five categories: schools, economic development, public safety, financial health, and city services. Lisa circulated a working metric table with resident-facing questions, data sources, data owners, and update frequency. This is still early planning, but it signals a possible need for dashboard design, data integration, and public-facing reporting support. The next real decision point is how the committee finalizes the format and metrics.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Environmental Services and Grants.
5+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: Framingham United Soccer Club for disability Commission Approves Soccer Club Funding ($26,500, Oct 2026) and EVERSOURCE for eversource Coordination Continues for Mary Dennison Park (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Framingham's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Framingham is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Framingham buys from, taken from council records. 206 contracts with 144 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Framingham.
Questions about City of Framingham
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Framingham?
City of Framingham currently works with 144 vendors across contract types including OTHER, UTILITIES, FACILITIES, and Service. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 237 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 Framingham?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Framingham include Community Meetings and Procurement Opportunities, Framingham City Council and School Committee Meeting Overview, and Framingham City Meetings: January 15, 2025 - Key Regulatory and Financial Updates, 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 Framingham publish RFPs?
City of Framingham publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 652 solicitations from City of Framingham. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Environmental Services, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Framingham?
At City of Framingham, 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 Disability Commission, DPW Engineering, Information Technology, and Police. 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 237 decision-makers at City of Framingham.
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What does City of Framingham spend the most on?
Based on 272 tracked contracts, City of Framingham spends most on Capital Projects (163), Environmental Services (32), Grants (28), Public Works (27), and Public Safety (22). Contract types include OTHER, UTILITIES, FACILITIES, and Service. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Framingham's current vendors?
City of Framingham currently works with vendors including FRAMINGHAM UNITED SOCCER CLUB, EVERSOURCE, VERIZON, GREENBERG, DAVID DBA SPRINGERS WHOLESALE FLOWERS, ROAD SHOW CONCEPTS LLC DBA THE HEARTLAND ROADSHOW, 135 BAR RESTAURANT & LOUNGE CORP, SILVA, WESLEY J, FRAMINGHAM ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (FEDC), 135 BAR RESTAURANT & LOUNGE CORP DBA CAIPY, and BLACK EARTH COMPOST. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, UTILITIES, FACILITIES, and Service. 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 Framingham working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, City of Framingham is actively discussing: Community Meetings and Procurement Opportunities, Framingham City Council and School Committee Meeting Overview, Framingham City Meetings: January 15, 2025 - Key Regulatory and Financial Updates, and Framingham Community Preservation Committee Meeting: FY2025 Funding Review. 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 Framingham have?
City of Framingham currently has 652 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (163), Environmental Services (32), and Grants (28). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.