What products and services does City of Barnstable procure?

The City of Barnstable procures supplies, services, and construction — including public works and professional services — for City departments, the School Department, and enterprise accounts under Article IX/Chapter 30B procurement rules.

Does City of Barnstable use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

The City of Barnstable uses the Massachusetts COMMBUYS state portal and links to external procurement platforms (for example Bonfire) on its Purchasing pages, enabling use of state cooperative vehicles and piggyback opportunities.

What procurement requirements does City of Barnstable publish for vendors?

The City of Barnstable requires vendors to meet solicitation-specific requirements and the City's General Insurance Requirements; vendors must submit required insurance certificates and solicitation forms (for example W-9 and certified payroll) when applicable.

How does City of Barnstable approve procurement contracts and awards?

The City of Barnstable requires departments to evaluate bids and forward award recommendations to the Chief Procurement Officer, who reviews and signs contracts; multi-term contracts over three years require Town Council authorization before solicitation, and the CPO may delegate authority with Town Manager approval.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Barnstable?

Vendors can find City of Barnstable procurement policies and standard terms in Article IX (Procurement Policy and Procedures) on eCode360 and on the City Purchasing Office pages; these include Chapter 30B compliance, bid thresholds, protest procedures, and standard solicitation forms.

What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Barnstable use?

The City of Barnstable publishes a Minority/Woman Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE) plan administered by the Procurement Office; the ordinance sets participation objectives, for example 10% minority-owned and 5% female-owned utilization targets on projects valued at $50,000 and over.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Hyannis, MA
Country:: US

City of Barnstable RFPs

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FY27 Ocean Street & Gosnold Street Improvements
Posted
Aug 20, 2026
Closes
Sep 24, 2026
Work includes approx 50 CY unclassified excavation; 20 LF 10" DIP; 50 LF 12" corrugated plastic pipe; 8,000 SY pavement fine milling; 300 LF sawcutting asphalt pavement; 6,000 LF 4" reflectorized white line (thermoplastic).
FY27 West and North Bay Maintenance Dredging Project
Posted
Aug 13, 2026
Closes
Sep 3, 2026
Complete mechanical dredging of an estimated 37,299 CY.
FY26-RFP-100 - FY27 Acquisition of Real Property via Lease for Barnstable Public School Transportation Department Bus Fleet Parking
Posted
Aug 10, 2026
Closes
Sep 11, 2026
The Procurement Office of the Town of Barnstable, on behalf of the Barnstable Public School Transportation Department, is soliciting proposals to lease property for contracted school bus parking. The solicitation seeks suitable real property for the Barnstable School Department Busing Program, with larger parcels and amenities such as office space, electricity, and water considered desirable. Responses are due September 11, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time, and the open RFP is a real-property procurement rather than a grant program.

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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $10,000, use sole source.
- Coops: City of Barnstable has used cooperative purchasing; frequently procures through Sourcewell and OMNIA Partners – Public Sector; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding. If no suitable coop exists, proceed with a formal solicitation in Bonfire.
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- City of Barnstable, MA: No evidence of sole source awards above $10,000; assume competition is required beyond this point. Expect strict adherence to competitive processes.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Barnstable

Town Council Town Council Meeting
Date: Jul 16, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting addressed a wide range of municipal business. Key topics included a public presentation on the 'Great Streets' project and a discussion regarding energy bill legislation at the state level concerning 'easement' definitions. Financial strategies were reviewed, focusing on fiscal challenges, the reliance on reserves, and potential debt exclusion options for future infrastructure. The council acted on several items, including zoning amendments for downtown Hyannis building heights and setbacks, approvals for easements related to sewer and water expansions, and the appointment of members to various boards and commissions. Additionally, the council authorized a special election, accepted grants for hazard mitigation and victim services, ratified participation in a public safety mutual aid agreement, and established new policies regarding private way acceptance and Tax Increment Exemption (TIE) applications.
Comprehensive Financial Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
Date: Jun 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed campaign finance laws with the Town Attorney, focusing on the application of ethics and campaign finance regulations to policy-making officials and public resources during ballot initiatives. Members debriefed on a recent presentation given to the Town Council regarding the Operating Budget report. The committee also debated the logistics and benefits of transitioning to quarterly in-person meetings. Finally, they reviewed the funding model for the Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan, exploring scenarios for debt exclusion and funding contributions to ensure financial solvency.

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Barnstable?

The City of Barnstable's centralized Procurement Office, led by the Chief Procurement Officer, manages purchasing for City departments, the School Department, and enterprise accounts; awarding authority resides with the Town Manager, the Airport Commission, or the School Committee (or their authorized procurement officers).

Where does City of Barnstable post bids and RFPs?

City of Barnstable posts bids and RFPs on its Purchasing / Bids & RFPs page and links solicitations to external portals such as Bonfire and the Massachusetts COMMBUYS portal for solicitation documents and electronic submissions.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Barnstable?

Vendors register by contacting the City of Barnstable Procurement Office for onboarding and following registration or submission instructions on the City’s Bids & RFPs page or the linked portals (COMMBUYS/Bonfire) for solicitation-specific requirements.

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City of Barnstable RFPs

FY27 Ocean Street & Gosnold Street Improvements

FY27 West and North Bay Maintenance Dredging Project

FY26-RFP-100 - FY27 Acquisition of Real Property via Lease for Barnstable Public School Transportation Department Bus Fleet Parking

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City of Barnstable RFPs

FY27 Ocean Street & Gosnold Street Improvements

FY27 West and North Bay Maintenance Dredging Project

FY26-RFP-100 - FY27 Acquisition of Real Property via Lease for Barnstable Public School Transportation Department Bus Fleet Parking

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