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Town of Wakefield bids, RFPs and contracts

Town of Wakefield logoWakefield, Massachusetts
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 28, 2026
6 days ago
Pre-RFPs
209
20+ in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
15
Contracts
1,042
491 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

209 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Wakefield's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 28: Town Scoping Electrical Load Center Replacement and Housing Rehab.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.

How they buy

Latest awards: Flock Safety for wakefield Council Discusses Flock Safety Cameras (Oct 2026) and Apple Computers for wakefield Committee to Review Apple Computer Purchase (Oct 2026).

209 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 28

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Wakefield's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations Town of Wakefield has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who Town of Wakefield buys from, taken from council records. 1,042 contracts with 491 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Wakefield.

Questions about Town of Wakefield

How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Wakefield?

Town of Wakefield currently works with 491 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, TRANSPORTATION, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 145 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 Wakefield?

Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Wakefield include Town of Wakefield — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Wakefield — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Wakefield — 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 Wakefield publish RFPs?

Town of Wakefield publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 15 solicitations from Town of Wakefield. 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 Wakefield?

At Town of Wakefield, 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 Commission on Disabilities, Police > Behavioral Health Services > Crisis Intervention Team, City Clerk, Senior Services, and Police. 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 145 decision-makers at Town of Wakefield.

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What does Town of Wakefield spend the most on?

Based on 3,419 tracked contracts, Town of Wakefield spends most on Capital Projects (2,146), Public Works (498), Grants (334), Environmental Services (248), and Recreation & Community Services (193). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, TRANSPORTATION, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Town of Wakefield's current vendors?

Town of Wakefield currently works with vendors including FLOCK SAFETY, APPLE COMPUTERS, MMWEC, NORGATE, CIRCUIT, IDLE HANDS CRAFT ALES, BEANTOWN COLLECTIBLES, and SHAW. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, TRANSPORTATION, and OTHER. 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 Wakefield working on?

Based on 29 tracked meetings, Town of Wakefield is actively discussing: Town of Wakefield — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Wakefield — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Wakefield — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Wakefield Permanent Building Committee Meeting: DPW & High School Focus, and Wakefield Environmental Committee Meeting: Focus on Grants & 2026 Goals. 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 Wakefield have?

Town of Wakefield currently has 15 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,146), Public Works (498), and Grants (334). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.

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