Town of Durham bids, RFPs and contracts
Durham, New HampshirePop. 15,346 · durhamnh.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 130
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 14
- Contracts
- 1,246
- 660 vendors
The 30-second brief
130 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Durham's meetings, most in environmental services and transportation. The latest, from Oct 26: The commission will review a conditional use for activity within a wetland and the 75-foot wetland buffer at 121 Technology Drive for light industry buildings. The item covers part of a building, driveways, parking aisles, and other improvements. It is scheduled for the October 26, 2026 meeting, so the decision was still pending on the agenda date. The owner and engineer are named, making this a live development-related land-use lead.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Environmental Services and Public Works.
Latest awards: Seacoast Land & Brush Services for seacoast Land & Brush Services Proposal Discussed (Oct 2026) and Keach Nordstrom (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Durham's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Durham has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Durham buys from, taken from council records. 1,246 contracts with 660 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Durham.
Questions about Town of Durham
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Durham?
Town of Durham currently works with 660 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, OTHER, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 51 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 Durham?
Small purchases under NH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Durham include Town of Durham — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), IWMAC Meeting: Curbside Pickup, 2026 Budget, and PFAS Focus, and Conservation Commission Site Walks: Vegetation & Development Permits, 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 Durham publish RFPs?
Town of Durham publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 14 solicitations from Town of Durham. 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 Durham?
At Town of Durham, 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 Sustainable Durham / UNH Sustainability Fellowship, Department of Public Works, Police, Zoning, and Planning Board. 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 51 decision-makers at Town of Durham.
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What does Town of Durham spend the most on?
Based on 1,602 tracked contracts, Town of Durham spends most on Capital Projects (788), Environmental Services (264), Public Works (199), Equipment (189), and Legal & Compliance (162). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, OTHER, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Durham's current vendors?
Town of Durham currently works with vendors including SEACOAST LAND & BRUSH SERVICES, KEACH NORDSTROM, VHB, CASELLA, BIG BELLY, MR. FOX, RIDWELL, and REPLENISH. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, OTHER, and FACILITIES. 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 Durham working on?
Based on 11 tracked meetings, Town of Durham is actively discussing: Town of Durham — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), IWMAC Meeting: Curbside Pickup, 2026 Budget, and PFAS Focus, Conservation Commission Site Walks: Vegetation & Development Permits, Durham Conservation Commission: Land Use, Development & Conservation, and Durham Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting: Budget, Events, and Initiatives. 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 Durham have?
Town of Durham currently has 14 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (788), Environmental Services (264), and Public Works (199). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NH's state portal, and other sources.