Town of Chilmark bids, RFPs and contracts
MassachusettsPop. 1,253 · chilmarkma.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 7, 2026
- 27 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 179
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 20
- Contracts
- 1,502
- 698 vendors
The 30-second brief
179 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Chilmark's meetings, most in environmental services and public health. The latest, from Oct 7: Town Planning Food Waste Collection Program.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Environmental Services and Public Works.
Latest awards: Hamner, Lea for board to Discuss MOU With Collaborator Lea Hamner (Oct 2026) and Smith, Walter Plumbing for board to Discuss Walter Smith Plumbing Well Application (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Chilmark's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Chilmark has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Chilmark buys from, taken from council records. 1,502 contracts with 698 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Chilmark.
Questions about Town of Chilmark
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Chilmark?
Town of Chilmark currently works with 698 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 56 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 Chilmark?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Chilmark include Town of Chilmark — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Chilmark — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Chilmark — 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 Chilmark publish RFPs?
Town of Chilmark publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 20 solicitations from Town of Chilmark. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Environmental Services, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Chilmark?
At Town of Chilmark, 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 Shellfish Advisory Committee, Human Resources Board, Police, Chilmark Fire House & Tri-town Emt Building Commit, and Chilmark Free Public Library. 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 56 decision-makers at Town of Chilmark.
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What does Town of Chilmark spend the most on?
Based on 4,868 tracked contracts, Town of Chilmark spends most on Capital Projects (2,367), Environmental Services (971), Public Works (698), Grants (442), and Recreation & Community Services (390). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, 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 Chilmark's current vendors?
Town of Chilmark currently works with vendors including HAMNER, LEA, SMITH, WALTER PLUMBING, MV ENGINEERING & DESIGN, VINLAND CONSTRUCTION, SCHOFIELD, BARBINI & HOEHN INC, BODNAR FINE HOMEBUILDING, VINEYARD LAND SURVEYING & ENGINEERING INC, PARKER CONSTRUCTION, SOURATI ENGINEERING GROUP LLC, and TAYLOR, ISAAC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, 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 Chilmark working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, Town of Chilmark is actively discussing: Town of Chilmark — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Chilmark — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Chilmark — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Chilmark Board of Health Meeting: Septic Regulations & Tick-Borne Illnesses, and Chilmark Cemetery Commission Meeting: Budget, Tree Planting, and Maintenance. 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 Chilmark have?
Town of Chilmark currently has 20 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,367), Environmental Services (971), and Public Works (698). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.