The City of Boston Parks and Recreation is seeking bids for portable toilet rental services. Bid documents are to be obtained through the City of Boston Supplier Portal under Event EV00017989. The notice gives no unit counts or further service specifications.
The City of Boston, acting by the Property Management Department, 1 City Hall Plaza, Boston, MA 02201, hereinafter referred to as the Awarding Authority, hereby invites sealed bids for the project listed above.
Bids will be solicited from interested vendors through the City of Boston's Supplier Portal.
All bids for this project are subject to all applicable provisions of law and in accordance with the terms and provisions of the contract documents entitled: Tobin Conference Room Improvements.
The specifications consist of minor alterations to the conference room including demolition and building of walls, painting and doors.
A site visit is scheduled for November 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM. All potential bidders will meet 1481 Tremont Street, Roxbury, Massachusetts. Questions are due November 25, 2026, by 12:00 PM.
General Bids must be submitted before 12:00 P.M., Boston time, Thursday, December 10, 2026, and opened forthwith.
The IFB documents will be available on or about Monday, November 9, 2026, at 10:00 A.M., Boston time.
Eamon Shelton, Commissioner
Due: December 10, 2026
Posted 11/09/2026 - 10:00AM
Closes 12/10/2026 - 12:00PM
Type Electronic
Project Number EV00017754
UNSPSC 72101500
The City of Boston ("the City"), acting by its Purchasing Agent ("the Official"), invites sealed bids for the performance of the work generally described above, and particularly set forth in the Invitation For Bids, which may be obtained from the City's procurement website and Supplier Portal.
Invitation For Bids shall be available until the time of the bid opening. To access details for this specific bid event, or to respond through electronic format, please visit the City of Boston Supplier Portal and access Event EV00018165. Every sealed bid shall be submitted in accordance with the Invitation For Bids. All sealed bids shall be filed no later than December 02, 2026 at 12:00 PM. The attention of all bidders is directed to the provisions of the Invitation For Bids and contract documents, specifically to the requirements for bid deposits, insurance and performance bonds as may be applicable. The supplies/services described above for the 1 year term of this contract is an actual amount of the supplies/services to be procured. Sealed bids shall be publicly opened by the Official on December 02, 2026 at 12:00 PM at One City Hall Square Room 808, Boston, MA 02201. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, or any part or parts thereof, and to award a contract as the Official deems to be in the best interests of the City. This contract shall be subject to the availability of an appropriation therefore. If sufficient funds are not appropriated for the contract in any fiscal year, the Official shall cancel the contract. The maximum time for bid acceptance by the City after the opening of bids shall be ninety (90) days. The award of this contract shall be subject to the approval of the Mayor of Boston.
The City of Boston ("the City"), acting by its Purchasing Agent ("the Official"), invites sealed bids for the performance of the work generally described above, and particularly set forth in the Invitation For Bids, which may be obtained from the City's procurement website and Supplier Portal.
Invitation For Bids shall be available until the time of the bid opening. To access details for this specific bid event, or to respond through electronic format, please visit the City of Boston Supplier Portal and access Event EV00018165. Every sealed bid shall be submitted in accordance with the Invitation For Bids. All sealed bids shall be filed no later than December 02, 2026 at 12:00 PM. The attention of all bidders is directed to the provisions of the Invitation For Bids and contract documents, specifically to the requirements for bid deposits, insurance and performance bonds as may be applicable. The supplies/services described above for the 1 year term of this contract is an actual amount of the supplies/services to be procured. Sealed bids shall be publicly opened by the Official on December 02, 2026 at 12:00 PM at One City Hall Square Room 808, Boston, MA 02201. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, or any part or parts thereof, and to award a contract as the Official deems to be in the best interests of the City. This contract shall be subject to the availability of an appropriation therefore. If sufficient funds are not appropriated for the contract in any fiscal year, the Official shall cancel the contract. The maximum time for bid acceptance by the City after the opening of bids shall be ninety (90) days. The award of this contract shall be subject to the approval of the Mayor of Boston.
The City of Boston, acting by the Property Management Department, 1 City Hall Plaza, Boston, MA 02201, hereinafter referred to as the Awarding Authority, hereby invites sealed bids for the project listed above.
Bids will be solicited from interested vendors through the City of Boston's Supplier Portal.
All bids for this project are subject to all applicable provisions of law and in accordance with the terms and provisions of the contract documents entitled: Tobin Conference Room Improvements.
The specifications consist of minor alterations to the conference room including demolition and building of walls, painting and doors.
A site visit is scheduled for November 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM. All potential bidders will meet 1481 Tremont Street, Roxbury, Massachusetts. Questions are due November 25, 2026, by 12:00 PM.
General Bids must be submitted before 12:00 P.M., Boston time, Thursday, December 10, 2026, and opened forthwith.
The IFB documents will be available on or about Monday, November 9, 2026, at 10:00 A.M., Boston time.
Eamon Shelton, Commissioner
Due: December 10, 2026
Posted 11/09/2026 - 10:00AM
Closes 12/10/2026 - 12:00PM
Type Electronic
Project Number EV00017754
UNSPSC 72101500
The City of Boston is seeking a provider for a Morocco trip serving the Brighton Arabic Language Program, with Arabic language learning, cultural and co-curricular activities, and service opportunities. The itinerary includes visits to Rabat, Marrakech, Casablanca, and Chefchaouen, and proposals should price ground expenses only, excluding international airfare. The solicitation describes a contract term from December 1, 2026, through May 22, 2027, with the student trip planned for May 14–22, 2027.
The City of Boston invites sealed bids for Memorial Day flags for Veterans' Services under a one-year procurement contract. Bidders can obtain solicitation details and respond electronically through the City of Boston Supplier Portal using Event EV00018029. Bids must be submitted by November 17, 2026, at 12:00 PM.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $10,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell and OMNIA Partners; 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 Boston:Sole source awards above $50,000 are rare and opaque. Deprioritize this path. Redirect to cooperative purchasing to bypass the low $10,000 competitive bidding threshold and avoid a lengthy, high-friction cycle.
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The City has used cooperative purchasing before (confirmed Sourcewell participating agency, Acct #98869). Reach out to your Starbridge contact to get onboarded through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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City of Boston Contracts
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Tyler Technologies, Inc. at City of Boston
Effective: Jul 1, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract details an agreement between the City of Boston and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for the provision of Tyler-Munis Enterprise Software as a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS). The agreement outlines the migration of the City's existing Tyler-Munis environment to a fully hosted cloud solution, including ongoing support, system management, and maintenance. The initial term of the contract is three years, from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2025, with potential for further renewals. It incorporates standard contract documents, IT-specific terms, addendums, and detailed SaaS terms, including invoicing, service levels, and support processes. The total "Not To Exceed" amount for the three-year term is $1,727,670.87.
Oracle Corporation at City of Boston
Effective: Dec 21, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details a contract between the City of Boston, Department of Innovation & Technology, and Oracle America, Inc. for the purchase of an "EDU Technology Learning Subscription Hosted Named User" for a not-to-exceed amount of $87,412.50. This specific contract, identified by ID 0000000000000000000069151, is for the service period from December 21, 2025, to December 20, 2026. This purchase is made under the broader Massachusetts Statewide Contract ITS64, which was renewed and extended by an amendment to run from July 25, 2023, until June 30, 2028, and covers various Oracle software, services, and hardware maintenance.
Oracle America, Inc(fka Sun Microsystem) at City of Boston
Effective: Jul 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract between Oracle America, Inc. and the City of Boston covers Oracle support and maintenance, software support services, program licenses, and cloud services, with a 'Not To Exceed Amt' of $2,321,228.29. The services commence on July 1, 2025, and conclude on August 26, 2026. The agreement is governed by the MA Statewide Contract ITS64, which has an extended term until June 30, 2028, and includes detailed renewals for technical support, program offerings, and cloud services.
Infor Public Sector, Inc at City of Boston
Effective: Jul 1, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This is a standard contract (ID: 0000000000000000000056278) between Infor Public Sector, Inc. and the City of Boston's Department of Innovation and Technology for Hanson Information Technologies Software and Maintenance. The contract is effective from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, with a 'Not To Exceed' amount of $275,868.30, which is also the approved appropriation. The document includes general and supplemental IT-specific terms and conditions.
Infor Public Sector, Inc at City of Boston
Effective: Jul 1, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a contract between the City of Boston (Department of Innovation and Technology) and Infor Public Sector, Inc. for Hanson Information Technologies Software and Maintenance services, with a "Not To Exceed" amount of $297,248.10. The contract spans from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024. It is structured as an additional addendum to existing general and supplemental IT terms and conditions, which are also included and modified by separate addenda dated July 1, 2018. A Software License Agreement from 2018 is also part of the documentation, establishing the licensing terms for Infor's software.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Boston
City of Boston Zoning Board of Appeal Hearing
Date: Nov 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The hearing involved the review of multiple case extensions and a final operator case regarding a residential structure at 94 Morris Street. The board also addressed recommendations from the subcommittee regarding various property cases. Additionally, the proceedings included the processing of several requests for deferrals and withdrawals for different property addresses, such as 606 American Legion Highway, 567 East 6th Street, and 95 Bennett Street.
Boston City Council Joint Hearing
Date: Nov 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The joint hearing of the Committee on Public Safety and Criminal Justice and the Committee on Government Operations focused on the 2025 Annual Surveillance Report, the Boston Police Department's revised surveillance use policy for social media analysis tools, and proposed amendments to the city's surveillance ordinance. Discussions centered on the need for transparency, accountability, and the protection of constitutional rights regarding technology deployment, such as license plate readers and social media monitoring. Key topics included closing regulatory loopholes, improving public trust, and reviewing the operational use of surveillance tools by the city.
Boston City Council Committee on Ways and Means Committee Hearing
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Boston.
The City of Boston posts open solicitations on the Bids and RFPs listings on boston.gov and through the City of Boston Supplier Portal at procurement.boston.gov. Vendors can search by department/agency; the Boston Housing Authority and Boston Planning Department use separate portals.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Boston?
Vendors register through the City of Boston Supplier Portal at procurement.boston.gov by creating a New Vendor Account or a Bidder Account under an existing vendor; account approval typically takes 2–3 business days. A Tax ID/EIN (or SSN) and a W-9 in specified cases are required.
What products and services does the City of Boston procure?
The City of Boston Procurement Department purchases goods and services across municipal operations supporting departments such as Public Works, Transportation, Parks and Recreation, Health, Libraries, and Schools. Typical categories include supplies, services, equipment, technology, construction, and professional services.
The hearing focused on city funding for health screenings and wellness support for first responders, including police, fire, and emergency medical services personnel. Key discussion topics included identifying gaps in current health coverage, the inadequacy of relying on union fundraising for essential medical services, and the necessity for a consistent, city-funded commitment. Representatives provided statistical insights into the occupational health challenges faced by first responders, such as cardiac and cancer-related issues, and reviewed existing wellness programs while emphasizing the need for better accountability and service implementation.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track City of Boston meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Does the City of Boston use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The City of Boston may purchase from Massachusetts statewide contracts administered by the Operational Services Division (OSD) under M.G.L. Chapter 30B. These state-negotiated contracts are alternative procurement vehicles available to Boston departments.
What procurement requirements does the City of Boston publish for vendors?
The City of Boston requires vendors to sign its legal terms, submit solicitation-specific documentation, and provide bonds and insurance where required by each solicitation. Vehicle vendors must comply with the Truck Side Guard Ordinance. Vendor registration requires a Tax ID/EIN (or SSN) and W-9 rules apply in certain cases.
How does the City of Boston approve procurement contracts and awards?
Contracts are administered by the City of Boston Procurement Department and standard contracts require a City Purchase Order; final contracts must be signed by the Mayor. Under City Charter Section 17D, the Mayor and City Council jointly approve specified long-term contracts after a council hearing, consistent with M.G.L. Chapter 30B.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Boston?
The City of Boston follows Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30B and provides Boston-specific guidance on the 'Contracting with the City' and 'Procurement 101' pages on boston.gov. The Inclusive Quote Contract (IQC) guidance on boston.gov explains Boston's written-quote threshold above the state's baseline.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does the City of Boston use?
The City of Boston Department of Supplier Diversity certifies MBEs, WBEs, SBEs, and Small Business Local Enterprises (SLBEs) and operates a Sheltered Market Program that reserves certain contracts for certified firms. Certified businesses are listed in a directory and receive capacity-building support and contracting resources.