Town of Hartford bids, RFPs and contracts
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- Sep 30, 2026
- 33 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 156
- Bids and RFPs
- 292
- Contracts
- 3,192
- 1,488 vendors
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156 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Hartford's meetings, most in information technology and environmental services. The latest, from Sep 30: Climate Action Plan Revision Underway.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Lavalley Building Supply for laValley Building Supply Joins Pilot Event (Sep 2026) and Ma+ke Architects for MA+KE Architects Presents at Pilot Launch (Sep 2026).
156 pre-RFPs tracked at Town of Hartford. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Hartford's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Hartford has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Hartford buys from, taken from council records. 3,192 contracts with 1,488 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Hartford.
Questions about Town of Hartford
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Hartford?
Town of Hartford currently works with 1,488 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 142 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 Hartford?
Small purchases under VT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Hartford include Town of Hartford — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Hartford — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Hartford — 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 Hartford publish RFPs?
Town of Hartford publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 292 solicitations from Town of Hartford. 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 Hartford?
At Town of Hartford, 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 Police, Administration, Planning, Parks & Recreation, and Fire. 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 142 decision-makers at Town of Hartford.
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What does Town of Hartford spend the most on?
Based on 4,933 tracked contracts, Town of Hartford spends most on Capital Projects (2,634), Public Works (1,001), Grants (560), Environmental Services (472), and Recreation & Community Services (266). Contract types include SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Hartford's current vendors?
Town of Hartford currently works with vendors including LAVALLEY BUILDING SUPPLY, MA+KE ARCHITECTS, SHADOWS & LIGHT DESIGN, PREFERRED BUILDING SYSTEMS, UP END THIS/SATELLITE HOMES, UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT, GREEN MOUNTAIN POWER, UPPER VALLEY LAND TRUST (UVLT), FAMILY PLACE, and HARTFORD COMMUNITY COALITION. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. 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 Hartford working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, Town of Hartford is actively discussing: Town of Hartford — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Hartford — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Hartford — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Hartford Climate Action Steering Team Meeting Summary: December 17, 2025, and Bugbee Committee OKs Emergency Funds & Site Study; Business Opportunities. 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 Hartford have?
Town of Hartford currently has 292 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,634), Public Works (1,001), and Grants (560). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VT's state portal, and other sources.