City of Waltham bids, RFPs and contracts
Waltham, MassachusettsPop. 65,037 · city.waltham.ma.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 188
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 18
- Contracts
- 1,665
- 644 vendors
The 30-second brief
188 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Waltham's meetings, most in capital projects and transportation. The latest, from Oct 26: The mayor's communication proposed exploring transportation options in North Waltham through a Trapelo Road Shuttle Service resolution. This is a policy and service-planning signal, not a decided procurement. It suggests the city is still evaluating how shuttle service would work and what operating model might follow.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 18. Latest awards: Wilcinski, Leanne for waltham Considers $40,000 Professional Services Funding ($40,000, Oct 2026) and Community Scales for zoning Update RFP Interview Held With Community Scales (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Waltham's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Waltham is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Waltham buys from, taken from council records. 1,665 contracts with 644 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Waltham.
Questions about City of Waltham
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Waltham?
City of Waltham currently works with 644 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, UTILITIES, OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 198 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 Waltham?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Waltham include City of Waltham — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Waltham — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Waltham — 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 Waltham publish RFPs?
City of Waltham publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 35 solicitations from City of Waltham. 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 Waltham?
At City of Waltham, 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 Conservation Commission, Building & Inspections, Treasurer, Engineering, and Planning > Stonehurst. 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 198 decision-makers at City of Waltham.
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What does City of Waltham spend the most on?
Based on 3,098 tracked contracts, City of Waltham spends most on Capital Projects (1,853), Public Works (668), Grants (226), Public Safety (177), and Transportation (174). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, UTILITIES, OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Waltham's current vendors?
City of Waltham currently works with vendors including WILCINSKI, LEANNE, COMMUNITY SCALES, NATIONAL GRID, ARE-MA REGION, STOKES, CORE DEVELOPMENT & MANAGEMENT, and PLANET FITNESS. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, UTILITIES, OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Waltham working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, City of Waltham is actively discussing: City of Waltham — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Waltham — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Waltham — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Waltham City Council Considers Funds, Licenses, Resolutions on December 22, and Waltham City Council: Zoning, Permits, and Financial Matters on Agenda. 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 Waltham have?
City of Waltham currently has 35 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,853), Public Works (668), and Grants (226). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.