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City of Montpelier bids, RFPs and contracts

Montpelier, Vermont
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 28, 2026
6 days ago
Pre-RFPs
281
20+ in the last 30 days
Open bids
1+
Next due Nov 26
Contracts
20,491
3,649 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

281 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Montpelier's meetings, most in capital projects and parks & recreation. The latest, from Oct 28: Pre-Bid Alignment for East State Street Road Reconstruction.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 26. Latest awards: VHB for VHB Contract Listed on Montpelier Consent Agenda (Oct 2026) and Orca Media for city Continues Meeting Streaming Partnership With ORCA Media (Oct 2026).

281 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 28

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Montpelier is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Montpelier buys from, taken from council records. 20,491 contracts with 3,649 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Montpelier

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Montpelier?

City of Montpelier currently works with 3,649 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 135 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 Montpelier?

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

City of Montpelier publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 182 solicitations from City of Montpelier. 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 Montpelier?

At City of Montpelier, 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 Police, Public Works, Cemetery, Montpelier Housing Authority, and Montpelier Senior Activity Center, Community Services Department. 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 135 decision-makers at City of Montpelier.

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What does City of Montpelier spend the most on?

Based on 14,160 tracked contracts, City of Montpelier spends most on Capital Projects (8,558), Public Works (2,564), Grants (1,391), Recreation & Community Services (1,138), and Environmental Services (509). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Montpelier's current vendors?

City of Montpelier currently works with vendors including VHB, ORCA MEDIA, VORTEX COMPANIES, ISAAC'S EXCAVATION, ECI, DEW, KCI, and DRM. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, and LEGAL. 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 Montpelier working on?

Based on 17 tracked meetings, City of Montpelier is actively discussing: City of Montpelier — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Montpelier — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Montpelier — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Lease Agreement: Montpelier & The Hub, Inc. for Virtual Sports Center, and MHA Considers Role in 87 State St. Acquisition; Voucher Funding Update. 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 Montpelier have?

City of Montpelier currently has 182 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (8,558), Public Works (2,564), and Grants (1,391). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VT's state portal, and other sources.

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