Town of Fairhaven bids, RFPs and contracts
Fairhaven, MassachusettsPop. 16,110 · fairhaven-ma.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 183
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 1,847
- 759 vendors
The 30-second brief
183 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Fairhaven's meetings, most in information technology and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 26: At its October 26, 2026 meeting, the Conservation Commission reviewed a proposal at 1 Calumet Road to mitigate ongoing erosion from coastal storm events. The applicant wants to install sloped stone protection. The item is a current environmental and shoreline stabilization project, and the practical next step is the commission's hearing process.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Infrastructure & Maintenance.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: Beta Group for beta Group Park Assessment Amendment Listed ($4,850.00, Oct 2026) and Dig It Construction for glenhaven Water Main Payment Listed for Dig It Construction ($80,627.84, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Fairhaven's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Fairhaven is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Fairhaven buys from, taken from council records. 1,847 contracts with 759 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Fairhaven.
Questions about Town of Fairhaven
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Fairhaven?
Town of Fairhaven currently works with 759 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, CONSULTING, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 12 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 Fairhaven?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Fairhaven include Town of Fairhaven — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Fairhaven — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Fairhaven Select Board Meeting: License Renewals, Traffic, and Town Updates, 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 Fairhaven publish RFPs?
Town of Fairhaven publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 28 solicitations from Town of Fairhaven. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Infrastructure & Maintenance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Fairhaven?
At Town of Fairhaven, 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 Town Clerk’s Office, and Information Technology. 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 12 decision-makers at Town of Fairhaven.
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What does Town of Fairhaven spend the most on?
Based on 2,780 tracked contracts, Town of Fairhaven spends most on Capital Projects (1,390), Public Works (417), Infrastructure & Maintenance (335), Grants (322), and Administration & Finance (316). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, CONSULTING, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Fairhaven's current vendors?
Town of Fairhaven currently works with vendors including BETA GROUP, DIG IT CONSTRUCTION, METHUEN CONSTRUCTION, TATA & HOWARD, PAO CORP, FTI CONSULTING, and ISAKSEN, NILS. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, CONSULTING, and MAINTENANCE. 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 Fairhaven working on?
Based on 17 tracked meetings, Town of Fairhaven is actively discussing: Town of Fairhaven — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Fairhaven — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Fairhaven Select Board Meeting: License Renewals, Traffic, and Town Updates, Fairhaven Select Board Meeting: Tax Rates, Subdivision Review, & Hiring, and Fairhaven Select Board Reviews Planning, Appointments, and Financial Matters. 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 Fairhaven have?
Town of Fairhaven currently has 28 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,390), Public Works (417), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (335). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.