Town of Essex bids, RFPs and contracts
Essex, ONPop. 21,216 · townofessex.on.ca- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 24 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 12
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 17
- Contracts
- 137
- 83 vendors
The 30-second brief
12 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Essex's meetings, most in environmental services and professional services.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 17. Latest awards: Engineering Consultant for planned Consultant Procurement for Beach Road Upgrade Study ($200,000 to $400,000 (estimated), Jun 2026) and Hydro One Networks for hydro One Assessed for Utility Relocation Costs ($5,893.00 (utility relocation and work around costs), May 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Essex's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Essex is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Essex buys from, taken from council records. 137 contracts with 83 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Essex.
Questions about Town of Essex
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Essex?
Town of Essex currently works with 83 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 8 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 Essex?
Small purchases under ON's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (364), Public Works (102), and Environmental Services (80), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Essex publish RFPs?
Town of Essex publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ON's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 60 solicitations from Town of Essex. 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 Essex?
At Town of Essex, 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 Administration. 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 8 decision-makers at Town of Essex.
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What does Town of Essex spend the most on?
Based on 603 tracked contracts, Town of Essex spends most on Capital Projects (364), Public Works (102), Environmental Services (80), Recreation & Community Services (36), and Professional Services (21). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Essex's current vendors?
Town of Essex currently works with vendors including ENGINEERING CONSULTANT, HYDRO ONE NETWORKS, ENBRIDGE PIPELINES, BELL CANADA, ESSEX VACANT LAND CONDOMINIUM CORP NO 163, COGECO, R. DOBBIN ENGINEERING INC, SOLENO, and ROOD ENGINEERING INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does Town of Essex have?
Town of Essex currently has 60 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (364), Public Works (102), and Environmental Services (80). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ON's state portal, and other sources.
