City of Beverly is soliciting bids for routine and emergency HVAC maintenance services. The buyer identifies the procurement as an open-market bid. The bid opening is scheduled for November 26, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
Sole Source:Don’t pursue; pivot to coops or state contracts. Note: the city’s competitive bidding threshold is low (~$10,000).
Coops:Frequently procures through BuyBoard and Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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City of Beverly follows M.G.L. c. 30B strictly, and there is no evidence of sole source awards. Treat sole source as non-viable. Practical note: the city’s competitive bidding threshold is low (~$10,000); immediately steer requests to cooperative purchasing or statewide contracts to avoid a high-friction formal bid.
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City of Beverly has used cooperative purchasing (confirmed BuyBoard customer). The affiliated Salem and Beverly Water Supply Board also uses Sourcewell. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to gain access to the recommended path.
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Golf Facilities Management, Inc. at City of Beverly
Effective: Jan 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is an extension letter for a management services contract between the City of Beverly and Golf Facilities Management, Inc. for the Beverly Golf & Tennis Club. The City of Beverly is exercising a five-year option to extend the contract, commencing January 1, 2025, and ending December 31, 2029. Under this extension, Golf Facilities Management, Inc. will pay the City of Beverly an annual consideration of $400,000.00.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Beverly
City Of Beverly Planning Board Meeting Minutes
Date: Oct 6, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed and recommended to the City Council the acceptance of a portion of Millbrook Road as a public way. They endorsed a Subdivision Approval Not Required plan for 23 Cressy Street and adopted the Fiscal Year 2027 Fee in Lieu of Affordable Housing Units. Furthermore, the board scheduled public hearings regarding site plan review, special permits, and inclusionary housing applications for a redevelopment project at 37 Enon Street, as well as a proposed zoning amendment concerning a temporary moratorium on data center usage.
City of Beverly Conservation Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Oct 6, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission reviewed several tree removal requests, including hazard trees at 1025 Hale Street and site work at 0 Longham Road. Members discussed a Notice of Intent for dune fencing at 11 and 13 Bay View Avenue, ultimately issuing an Order of Conditions. A proposal for an accessory dwelling unit at 240 Lothrop Street was reviewed, with the hearing continued to a future date. The commission also issued a Negative Determination of Applicability for utility upgrades at Trask Lane. Additionally, the meeting addressed various enforcement matters, including the lifting of enforcement orders for multiple properties, and authorized mileage expense reimbursements.
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Frequently asked questions
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Beverly?
The City of Beverly's Purchasing Department, led by the Purchasing Agent, is the city's official procurement office. The staff directory and Purchasing page list the Purchasing Agent and office contact details for procurement inquiries and planholder questions.
Where does City of Beverly post bids and RFPs?
City of Beverly posts official bids and solicitations on the City of Beverly Bids page and on the Massachusetts COMMBUYS portal. Vendors should monitor beverlyma.gov/Bids.aspx and register on COMMBUYS to view listings, become planholders, and follow each solicitation’s submission instructions.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Beverly?
Vendors register with the City of Beverly by submitting the Proposer/Bidder Registration Form available in the City Document Center and by contacting the Purchasing Department. The Procurement page lists Purchasing contact details for planholder status, addenda, and solicitation questions.
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City of Beverly Community Preservation Committee Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 17, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Committee discussed several CPA Out of Cycle project applications, including structural repairs at the Central Cemetery Tomb House and ongoing permitting for the Lynch Park project. Additionally, the committee conducted a debrief of a recent public hearing on CPA Funding Round 14, received a status update on the FY27 CPA budget, and reviewed project updates for the Girdler House generator and Independence Park. Future administrative discussions included updates to the CPA Plan, upcoming training sessions, and the committee meeting schedule.
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What products and services does City of Beverly procure?
The City of Beverly’s Purchasing Department procures materials, services, and equipment required by city departments. Vendors should review posted solicitations to see specific items, specifications, and purchasing methods for individual procurements.
What procurement requirements does City of Beverly publish for vendors?
City of Beverly solicitations and contracts require evidence of insurance and, where specified, may require performance bonds or letters of credit. Vendors must follow the City’s Master Rules, bid forms, and each solicitation’s insurance and bond sections for exact requirements and submission instructions.
How does City of Beverly approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Beverly's Purchasing Department and Purchasing Agent are the offices responsible for procurement contract approvals under City Code Article XIV. Vendors should contact the Purchasing Department for award notices, routing details, and authority on contract execution.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Beverly?
City of Beverly publishes procurement policies and standard terms on its Procurement (Purchasing) page, in City Code Article XIV, and in the City Document Center. Vendors can find the Master Rules, standard bid forms, and contract clauses at these locations.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Beverly use?
The City of Beverly publishes resources for minority- and women-owned businesses and references Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Office (SDO) certification information. Relevant guidance and documents appear in the City Document Center and local business pages for certified vendors seeking opportunities.