City of Springfield bids, RFPs and contracts
Springfield, MassachusettsPop. 154,702 · Springfield-MA.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 313
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 5+
- Next due Nov 3
- Contracts
- 5,090
- 1,648 vendors
The 30-second brief
313 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Springfield's meetings, most in utilities and environmental services. The latest, from Oct 28: Public Awareness and Web Content for Invasive Pest Management.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
5+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 3. Latest awards: VHB for VHB Prepares Site Plans for Poultry Facility Permit (Oct 2026) and EVERSOURCE (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Springfield's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Springfield is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Springfield buys from, taken from council records. 5,090 contracts with 1,648 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Springfield.
Questions about City of Springfield
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Springfield?
City of Springfield currently works with 1,648 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, LEGAL, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 764 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 Springfield?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Springfield include City of Springfield — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Springfield — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Springfield — 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 Springfield publish RFPs?
City of Springfield publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 193 solicitations from City of Springfield. 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 Springfield?
At City of Springfield, 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 Mass Save Community First Partnership, Springfield Parking Authority, Office of the Mayor, Development Services Division — Offices of Community Development and Housing, and Building & Inspections. 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 764 decision-makers at City of Springfield.
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What does City of Springfield spend the most on?
Based on 5,894 tracked contracts, City of Springfield spends most on Capital Projects (3,438), Grants (1,129), Public Works (739), Utilities (334), and Public Safety (254). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, LEGAL, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Springfield's current vendors?
City of Springfield currently works with vendors including VHB, EVERSOURCE, BACON WILSON PC, ZAYO-FIBERCO, KUHN RIDDLE ARCHITECTS INC, EVERSOURCE ELECTRIC COMPANY, BOULANGER’S PLUMBING & HEATING INC, and EVERSOURCE GAS. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, LEGAL, and MAINTENANCE. 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 Springfield working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, City of Springfield is actively discussing: City of Springfield — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Springfield — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Springfield — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Springfield's Municipal Auction Workshop: City-Owned Tax Title Properties, and Brinker Historic Commission Meeting: Fire Station, Solar Panels, Porch Updates. 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 Springfield have?
City of Springfield currently has 193 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,438), Grants (1,129), and Public Works (739). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.