Town of Swampscott bids, RFPs and contracts
Swampscott, MassachusettsPop. 15,183 · swampscottma.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 226
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 11
- Contracts
- 858
- 421 vendors
The 30-second brief
226 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Swampscott's meetings, most in parks & recreation and environmental services. The latest, from Oct 20: The board heard a sign special permit request for a third 24 square foot facade sign for First Watch at 450 Paradise Road. The request was for building identification from within the parking lot. This is a private tenant signage item with limited procurement value beyond the sign fabrication and installation work that may follow if approved.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Ta Realty for retirement Board Schedules TA Realty Investment Review (Oct 2026) and Wainwright Consulting for retirement Board Schedules Wainwright Consulting Item (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Swampscott's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Swampscott has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Swampscott buys from, taken from council records. 858 contracts with 421 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Swampscott.
Questions about Town of Swampscott
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Swampscott?
Town of Swampscott currently works with 421 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 197 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 Swampscott?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Swampscott include Town of Swampscott — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Swampscott — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Swampscott — 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 Swampscott publish RFPs?
Town of Swampscott publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from Town of Swampscott. 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 Swampscott?
At Town of Swampscott, 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 Treasury / Resident Customer Service, Solid Waste, Parks & Recreation, Planning, and Harbor & Waterfront Advisory Committee. 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 197 decision-makers at Town of Swampscott.
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What does Town of Swampscott spend the most on?
Based on 2,867 tracked contracts, Town of Swampscott spends most on Capital Projects (1,448), Public Works (576), Environmental Services (323), Grants (292), and Recreation & Community Services (228). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Swampscott's current vendors?
Town of Swampscott currently works with vendors including TA REALTY, WAINWRIGHT CONSULTING, B’NAI B’RITH, KLEINFELDER, ABACUS, MASSACHUSETTS CLEAN WATER TRUST, and SMITH MARINE. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 Swampscott working on?
Based on 29 tracked meetings, Town of Swampscott is actively discussing: Town of Swampscott — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Swampscott — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Swampscott — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Swampscott COA Meeting: Agenda Review, Planning, and Community Initiatives, and Climate Action Committee Meeting: Grants, Resilience, & 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 Swampscott have?
Town of Swampscott currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,448), Public Works (576), and Environmental Services (323). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.