City of Gloucester bids, RFPs and contracts
Gloucester, MassachusettsPop. 30,627 · gloucester-ma.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 343
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 1,123
- Contracts
- 12,114
- 4,046 vendors
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343 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Gloucester's meetings, most in grants and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 27: The decision record says Gloucester Main LLC filed and advanced a special permit application for a mixed-use development at 150 Main Street with 40 residential units and retail or restaurant space. The packet references peer review by Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc. and plans by Hancock Associates and Utile Architecture and Urban Design. This is a strong private-development lead for design, engineering, and construction follow-on work even though the core land-use decision was already moving through council review.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: OMEKA for gloucester Commission Plans Historic Buildings Database (Oct 2026) and City of Gloucester Police for gloucester Police Awarded $24,476 Road Safety Grant ($24,476.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Gloucester's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Gloucester has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Gloucester buys from, taken from council records. 12,114 contracts with 4,046 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Gloucester.
Questions about City of Gloucester
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Gloucester?
City of Gloucester currently works with 4,046 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 193 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 Gloucester?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Gloucester include City of Gloucester — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Gloucester — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Gloucester — 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 Gloucester publish RFPs?
City of Gloucester publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1,123 solicitations from City of Gloucester. 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 Gloucester?
At City of Gloucester, 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 Veterans Services, Shellfish, Public Works, Human Resources, and Payroll. 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 193 decision-makers at City of Gloucester.
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What does City of Gloucester spend the most on?
Based on 9,374 tracked contracts, City of Gloucester spends most on Capital Projects (4,886), Grants (1,760), Public Works (1,248), Infrastructure & Maintenance (803), and Environmental Services (677). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, 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 Gloucester's current vendors?
City of Gloucester currently works with vendors including OMEKA, CITY OF GLOUCESTER POLICE, 1623 STUDIOS, NATIONAL GRID, COMCAST, and COMMLINK INTEGRATION CORP. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, 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 Gloucester working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, City of Gloucester is actively discussing: City of Gloucester — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Gloucester — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Gloucester — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Gloucester Retirement Board Meeting: 2026 Budget & Disability Review, and Gloucester CEC Meeting: TownGreen Presentation & Energy 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 Gloucester have?
City of Gloucester currently has 1,123 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (4,886), Grants (1,760), and Public Works (1,248). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.