City of Pawtucket bids, RFPs and contracts
Pawtucket, Rhode IslandPop. 77,065 · pawtucketri.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 7, 2026
- 27 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 61
- 18 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 1,515
- 713 vendors
The 30-second brief
61 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Pawtucket's meetings, most in grants and utilities. The latest, from Oct 7: Pawtucket Police Dept. Communicates on Justice Assistance Grant Program.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Administration & Finance and Public Works.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: Manafort Brothers for pine Street Improvements Bid Awarded to Manafort Brothers ($2,920,660.00 (Pawtucket scope of work only), Oct 2026) and Rhode Island Energy for utility Pole Easement for Rhode Island Energy Discussed (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Pawtucket's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Pawtucket is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Pawtucket buys from, taken from council records. 1,515 contracts with 713 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Pawtucket.
Questions about City of Pawtucket
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Pawtucket?
City of Pawtucket currently works with 713 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, FACILITIES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 25 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 Pawtucket?
Small purchases under RI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Pawtucket include City of Pawtucket — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Pawtucket — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Pawtucket Issues RFP for City-Wide Real Property Revaluation Services, 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 Pawtucket publish RFPs?
City of Pawtucket publishes formal RFPs on its official website and RI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 93 solicitations from City of Pawtucket. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Administration & Finance, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Pawtucket?
At City of Pawtucket, 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 Pawtucket School Department, Public Works, and City Council. 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 25 decision-makers at City of Pawtucket.
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What does City of Pawtucket spend the most on?
Based on 411 tracked contracts, City of Pawtucket spends most on Capital Projects (186), Administration & Finance (88), Public Works (55), Grants (43), and Payroll and Pension (39). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, FACILITIES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Pawtucket's current vendors?
City of Pawtucket currently works with vendors including MANAFORT BROTHERS, RHODE ISLAND ENERGY, JOSHUA'S LLC DBA NEWS CAFÉ, and NEVERMORE LLC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, FACILITIES, and OTHER. 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 Pawtucket working on?
Based on 5 tracked meetings, City of Pawtucket is actively discussing: City of Pawtucket — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Pawtucket — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Pawtucket Issues RFP for City-Wide Real Property Revaluation Services, City of Pawtucket Seeks Contractor for Comprehensive Property Revaluation, and John Street Park 2025 Construction Phase Addendum: Key Updates & Details. 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 Pawtucket have?
City of Pawtucket currently has 93 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (186), Administration & Finance (88), and Public Works (55). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, RI's state portal, and other sources.