City of North Adams bids, RFPs and contracts
North Adams, MassachusettsPop. 12,368 · northadams-ma.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 16, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 80
- 12 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 41
- Contracts
- 1,804
- 948 vendors
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80 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of North Adams's meetings, most in public safety and education & training. The latest, from Oct 16: Housing Authority Security Guard and Protective Services.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: National Grid for hearing on National Grid Church Street Utility Pole (Aug 2026) and Bek Associates for survey Firm Drafts Easement Plan for Sullivan School (Aug 2026).
12 new pre-RFPs at City of North Adams this month. See all 80, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of North Adams's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of North Adams has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of North Adams buys from, taken from council records. 1,804 contracts with 948 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of North Adams.
Questions about City of North Adams
How do I become an approved vendor for City of North Adams?
City of North Adams currently works with 948 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 89 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 North Adams?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of North Adams include City of North Adams — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of North Adams — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of North Adams — 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 North Adams publish RFPs?
City of North Adams publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 41 solicitations from City of North Adams. 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 North Adams?
At City of North Adams, 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 City Council, and Senior Services. 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 89 decision-makers at City of North Adams.
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What does City of North Adams spend the most on?
Based on 2,293 tracked contracts, City of North Adams spends most on Capital Projects (1,289), Grants (339), Public Works (235), Administration & Finance (225), and Environmental Services (205). Contract types include UTILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of North Adams's current vendors?
City of North Adams currently works with vendors including NATIONAL GRID, BEK ASSOCIATES, VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC, MASSACHUSETTS ELECTRIC COMPANY DBA NATIONAL GRID, and HEWISON AVIATION. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 North Adams working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, City of North Adams is actively discussing: City of North Adams — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of North Adams — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of North Adams — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), North Adams Conservation Commission Meeting: Wetlands Protection & Development, and BRPC Meeting: Treasurer Election, Executive Director Search, Committee Roles. 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 North Adams have?
City of North Adams currently has 41 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,289), Grants (339), and Public Works (235). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.