Town of Arlington bids, RFPs and contracts
Arlington, MassachusettsPop. 46,563 · arlingtonma.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 201
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 80
- Contracts
- 1,479
- 701 vendors
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201 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Arlington's meetings, most in parks & recreation and environmental services. The latest, from Oct 28: Environmental review and post-closure use application preparation for the Mclennan property including community garden and shed.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Asian American Education Project for human Rights Commission Considers Workshop Funding ($3,000 total; Arlington Public Schools covering $2,000; $300 sought from AHRC, Oct 2026) and OVERUNDER (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Arlington's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Arlington has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Arlington buys from, taken from council records. 1,479 contracts with 701 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Arlington.
Questions about Town of Arlington
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Arlington?
Town of Arlington currently works with 701 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 35 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 Town of Arlington?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Arlington include Town of Arlington — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Council on Aging Meeting: Budget, Programs, and Transportation Updates, and Arlington Chimney "C" Community Center Restoration Bids Open, Dec. 4, 2025, 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 Town of Arlington publish RFPs?
Town of Arlington publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 80 solicitations from Town of Arlington. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Arlington?
At Town of Arlington, 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 Engineering Division, Department of Public Works. 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 35 decision-makers at Town of Arlington.
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What does Town of Arlington spend the most on?
Based on 2,363 tracked contracts, Town of Arlington spends most on Capital Projects (1,285), Public Works (416), Environmental Services (244), Grants (222), and Recreation & Community Services (196). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Arlington's current vendors?
Town of Arlington currently works with vendors including ASIAN AMERICAN EDUCATION PROJECT, OVERUNDER, CONSIGLI, GREENMAN-PEDERSEN INC, VHB, MAN, CHI, CANNASPACE, TENAX STRATEGIES INC, ALLEN ENGINEERING & ASSOCIATES INC, and ESKAR LLC DBA ESKAR. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and CONSULTING. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Town of Arlington working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, Town of Arlington is actively discussing: Town of Arlington — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Council on Aging Meeting: Budget, Programs, and Transportation Updates, Arlington Chimney "C" Community Center Restoration Bids Open, Dec. 4, 2025, Robbins Library Restroom Renovations: Addendum No. 2 - Business Impact, and Arlington Council on Aging Meeting: Programs, Budget, and Van Services. 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 Town of Arlington have?
Town of Arlington currently has 80 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,285), Public Works (416), and Environmental Services (244). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.