Dalton Fire and Water District bids, RFPs and contracts
Dalton, Massachusettsdaltonfiredistrict.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- Today
- Pre-RFPs
- 9
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 118
- 59 vendors
The 30-second brief
9 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Dalton Fire and Water District's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 27: The building committee compiled needs, operational minimums, and shared space requirements to support collaboration with the police department on a safety complex. This is still early planning, with no vendor selected and no contract awarded. The work signals a future capital project that may lead to engineering, feasibility, and design services once the scope is finalized. The committee had not yet brought forward a proposal at this meeting.
Administration & Finance leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Utilities.
Latest awards: Berkshire Woodland Management for board to Discuss Oil Tank Removal Services (Sep 2026) and Tighe & Bond for tighe & Bond Water Systems Work Listed on Agenda (Jul 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Dalton Fire and Water District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Dalton Fire and Water District buys from, taken from council records. 118 contracts with 59 vendors.
Questions about Dalton Fire and Water District
How do I become an approved vendor for Dalton Fire and Water District?
Dalton Fire and Water District currently works with 59 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Dalton Fire and Water District?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Administration & Finance (5), Capital Projects (4), and Utilities (3), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Dalton Fire and Water District publish RFPs?
Dalton Fire and Water District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Dalton Fire and Water District?
At Dalton Fire and Water District, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does Dalton Fire and Water District spend the most on?
Based on 15 tracked contracts, Dalton Fire and Water District spends most on Administration & Finance (5), Capital Projects (4), Utilities (3), Information Technology (2), and Environmental Services (1). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Dalton Fire and Water District's current vendors?
Dalton Fire and Water District currently works with vendors including BERKSHIRE WOODLAND MANAGEMENT, TIGHE & BOND, MISSIONCIT, and IMPACT FIRE SERVICES. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.