City of South Burlington bids, RFPs and contracts
South Burlington, VermontPop. 21,394 · southburlingtonvt.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 396
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 3,745
- 1,102 vendors
The 30-second brief
396 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of South Burlington's meetings, most in payroll and pension and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 28: Energy Project Reserve Fund Update for Climate Action Plan.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Transportation.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: Champlain Housing Trust ($200,000, Oct 2026) and Flywheel Industrial Arts of Montpelier ($75,000, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of South Burlington's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of South Burlington is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of South Burlington buys from, taken from council records. 3,745 contracts with 1,102 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of South Burlington.
Questions about City of South Burlington
How do I become an approved vendor for City of South Burlington?
City of South Burlington currently works with 1,102 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSULTING, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 111 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 South Burlington?
Small purchases under VT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of South Burlington include City of South Burlington — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of South Burlington — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of South Burlington — 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 South Burlington publish RFPs?
City of South Burlington publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 120 solicitations from City of South Burlington. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of South Burlington?
At City of South Burlington, 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 Manager’s Office, Public Works, and Fire. 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 111 decision-makers at City of South Burlington.
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What does City of South Burlington spend the most on?
Based on 5,011 tracked contracts, City of South Burlington spends most on Capital Projects (3,012), Public Works (862), Transportation (431), Environmental Services (399), and Public Updates (307). Contract types include OTHER, CONSULTING, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of South Burlington's current vendors?
City of South Burlington currently works with vendors including CHAMPLAIN HOUSING TRUST, FLYWHEEL INDUSTRIAL ARTS OF MONTPELIER, NYHART, PART OF FUTUREPLAN BY ASCENSUS, SEI INVESTMENTS MANAGEMENT CORPORATION (SIMC), SEI, AMI GRAPHICS INC, OFFICE ESSENTIALS OF VERMONT, 4IMPRINT INC, and MAPLE VALLEY CONTRACTING. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSULTING, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. 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 South Burlington working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, City of South Burlington is actively discussing: City of South Burlington — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of South Burlington — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of South Burlington — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), SB Energy Committee Meeting: Outreach Strategy & Updates, December 17, 2025, and South Burlington City Council Budget Retreat: FY27 Initiatives & Planning. 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 South Burlington have?
City of South Burlington currently has 120 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,012), Public Works (862), and Transportation (431). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VT's state portal, and other sources.