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Town of Bristol bids, RFPs and contracts

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Latest pre-RFP
Oct 15, 2026
12 days ago
Pre-RFPs
54
1 in the last 30 days
Contracts
124
88 vendors
Decision makers
57

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

54 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Bristol's meetings, most in public safety and information technology. The latest, from Oct 15: The council placed a salt bid award on the agenda for consideration. The document does not name the bidder or price, so the award is still pending the vote. This signals an active seasonal materials purchase, and the next decision point is the council meeting on October 15, 2026.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.

How they buy

Latest awards: Bucks County (Sep 2026) and Towns Against Graffiti (Tag) ($175,000, Sep 2026).

54 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 15

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Bristol's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Vendors and contracts

Who Town of Bristol buys from, taken from council records. 124 contracts with 88 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Bristol.

Questions about Town of Bristol

How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Bristol?

Town of Bristol currently works with 88 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 57 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 Bristol?

Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Bristol include Town of Bristol — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Bristol — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Bristol — 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 Town of Bristol publish RFPs?

Town of Bristol publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Bristol?

At Town of Bristol, 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 Police Department, Administration, Borough Administration, Civil & Sewer Engineering, and Fire/rescue, Fire Marshal, & Emergency Management. 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 57 decision-makers at Town of Bristol.

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What does Town of Bristol spend the most on?

Based on 803 tracked contracts, Town of Bristol spends most on Capital Projects (429), Public Works (161), Public Safety (99), Grants (72), and Recreation & Community Services (42). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Town of Bristol's current vendors?

Town of Bristol currently works with vendors including BUCKS COUNTY, TOWNS AGAINST GRAFFITI (TAG), SCANTEK, 5790 (FIVE) BRISTOL PIKE LLC, WOMACK RE HOLDINGS LLC, RIGGINS INC, PORTS PETROLEUM COMPANY INC, FRASER ADVANCED INFORMATION SYSTEMS, and PROPERTY PERFECTION INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, and SUPPLIES. 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 Bristol working on?

Based on 22 tracked meetings, Town of Bristol is actively discussing: Town of Bristol — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Bristol — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Bristol — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Bristol Twp Council Meeting: Budget, Zoning & Development Approvals, and Bristol Township Zoning Board to Review Variances & Appeal on 12/08/2025. 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.

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