Town of Bristol bids, RFPs and contracts
VermontPop. 3,759 · bristolvt.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 64
- 11 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 7,280
- 1,544 vendors
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64 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Bristol's meetings, most in utilities and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 26: The board was scheduled to consider authorizing a Better Connections grant application for a downtown study covering access, transportation, and stormwater infrastructure. The request was between $35,000 and $67,000, with a required 10% town cash match. The application was due October 30, 2026, and the board still needed to name the local project manager before adoption. The grant would fund planning work before any project delivery decisions.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Hmc Advertising for bristol Considers HMC Advertising Street-Use Permit (Oct 2026) and Dubois & King (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Bristol's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Bristol has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Bristol buys from, taken from council records. 7,280 contracts with 1,544 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 1,544 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 40 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 VT'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 (February 2026), Town of Bristol — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Bristol Energy Committee: Funding, ToolShare, and EV Charger Initiatives, 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 VT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Town of Bristol. 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 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 Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee, Administration, Police, State Legislators, and Parks & Recreation. 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 40 decision-makers at Town of Bristol.
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What does Town of Bristol spend the most on?
Based on 4,921 tracked contracts, Town of Bristol spends most on Capital Projects (2,335), Public Works (1,204), Grants (894), Environmental Services (308), and Recreation & Community Services (180). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, 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 HMC ADVERTISING, DUBOIS & KING, MUNSON EARTH-MOVING, VTM ENGINEERING, CARGILL, and SILVER MAPLE CONSTRUCTION. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, 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 23 tracked meetings, Town of Bristol is actively discussing: Town of Bristol — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Bristol — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Bristol Energy Committee: Funding, ToolShare, and EV Charger Initiatives, Bristol: West Street Sidewalk Improvement Scoping Study Presentation, and Bristol Energy Committee: MERP, CEAC Funding, and EV Charger Updates. 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 Bristol have?
Town of Bristol currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,335), Public Works (1,204), and Grants (894). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VT's state portal, and other sources.