Norfolk County bids, RFPs and contracts
Dedham, MassachusettsPop. 739,749 · norfolkcounty.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 96
- 18 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 27
- Contracts
- 672
- 438 vendors
The 30-second brief
96 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Norfolk County's meetings, most in information technology and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 21: The Procurement Department reported a contract for Bookbinding Services with Town Bookbindery, Inc. The agenda shows this as a bid opening and contract award item, so the decision was scheduled for the October 21, 2026 meeting and was not yet final in the source. A vendor watching the county's bookbinding needs could use this as incumbent and follow-on intelligence.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Town Bookbindery Inc for norfolk County Awards Bookbinding Services Contract (Oct 2026) and Us Bank for norfolk County Approves Bond Payment to US Bank ($263,515.63, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Norfolk County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Norfolk County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Norfolk County buys from, taken from council records. 672 contracts with 438 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Norfolk County.
Questions about Norfolk County
How do I become an approved vendor for Norfolk County?
Norfolk County currently works with 438 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, FACILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 17 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 Norfolk County?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Norfolk County include Norfolk County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Norfolk County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and North County Commission Meeting: Budget Reallocation & Courthouse Studies, 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 Norfolk County publish RFPs?
Norfolk County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 27 solicitations from Norfolk County. 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 Norfolk County?
At Norfolk County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Facilities Maintenance Department, County Operations / Norfolk County Commissioners, Government, Norfolk County Commissioners, and Norfolk County Treasurer's Office. 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 17 decision-makers at Norfolk County.
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What does Norfolk County spend the most on?
Based on 6,870 tracked contracts, Norfolk County spends most on Capital Projects (4,254), Grants (796), Public Works (693), Recreation & Community Services (620), and Environmental Services (507). Contract types include OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, FACILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Norfolk County's current vendors?
Norfolk County currently works with vendors including TOWN BOOKBINDERY INC, US BANK, HATCH INC, ROYER TREE SERVICES, NYE CORP, ST. BRENDAN'S YOUTH GAELIC ATHLETIC CLUB, COMMUNITY OF WELLSLEY, TOWN OF WELLESLEY, KEARSARGE, and PRIME TIME BUSINESS SOLUTIONS. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, FACILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Norfolk County working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, Norfolk County is actively discussing: Norfolk County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Norfolk County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), North County Commission Meeting: Budget Reallocation & Courthouse Studies, North County Commission Meeting: Maintenance Projects, Budget, and Updates, and North County Commissioners Review Handbook, Approve Lease Agreement. 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 Norfolk County have?
Norfolk County currently has 27 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (4,254), Grants (796), and Public Works (693). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.