Township of Essa bids, RFPs and contracts
Utopia, ONPop. 22,970 · essatownship.on.ca- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 7, 2026
- 31 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 3
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 27
- Contracts
- 1,678
- 689 vendors
The 30-second brief
3 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Township of Essa's meetings, most in information technology and public safety. The latest, from Oct 7: Council was scheduled to authorize a 6-year agreement with LiveBarn Inc. for installation and operation of an automated streaming system at the Angus Recreation Centre and Thornton Community Centre. The decision was already framed around a named vendor and two facilities. A seller would read this as a locked-in streaming rollout with implementation and support work ahead.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 27. Latest awards: Alltrade Equipment for alltrade Equipment Hotbox Purchase Recommended ($72,000.00 plus taxes, Oct 2026) and Thornton Minor Hockey for thornton Minor Hockey Recommended for Reduced Ice Rates (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Township of Essa's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Township of Essa is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Township of Essa buys from, taken from council records. 1,678 contracts with 689 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Township of Essa.
Questions about Township of Essa
How do I become an approved vendor for Township of Essa?
Township of Essa currently works with 689 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, FOOD_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 44 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 Township of Essa?
Small purchases under ON's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Township of Essa include Township of Essa — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and Township of Essa — Procurement Intelligence (February 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 Township of Essa publish RFPs?
Township of Essa publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ON's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 33 solicitations from Township of Essa. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Township of Essa?
At Township of Essa, 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 Treasurer, Public Works, Parks & Recreation, Fire, and City Clerk. 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 44 decision-makers at Township of Essa.
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What does Township of Essa spend the most on?
Based on 3,182 tracked contracts, Township of Essa spends most on Capital Projects (1,849), Public Works (479), Recreation & Community Services (380), Environmental Services (238), and Grants (236). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, FOOD_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Township of Essa's current vendors?
Township of Essa currently works with vendors including ALLTRADE EQUIPMENT, THORNTON MINOR HOCKEY, ESSA MINOR, DRYSDALE TREE FARMS LIMITED, PRIMOS FOOD SERVICES, LIVEBARN INC, G. PRIEST SERVICES INC, SUNSHINE GROUNDS CARE, and HEMSON CONSULTING LTD. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, FOOD_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Township of Essa working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, Township of Essa is actively discussing: Township of Essa — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and Township of Essa — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026). 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 Township of Essa have?
Township of Essa currently has 33 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,849), Public Works (479), and Recreation & Community Services (380). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ON's state portal, and other sources.