The North Suburban Consortium (NSC), a group of eight communities, composed of Arlington, Chelsea, Everett, Malden, Medford, Melrose, Revere, and Winthrop has received $7.3 million in HOME Investment Partnership Program American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) funding. The City of Malden, as the lead agency, is accepting applications from qualified applicants for rental developments for Qualifying Populations, such as homeless individuals or those at-risk of homelessness.
The City of Malden requests proposals from non-profit and for-profit housing developers and public housing authorities to acquire, rehabilitate, and sell vacant and blighted properties as affordable homes using ARPA-funded assistance administered through the Malden Redevelopment Authority. The solicitation is posted on the Massachusetts CommBuys portal and proposals are due by 2026-12-31.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $10,000 under M.G.L. c.30B, use sole source; otherwise pivot to a formal bid.
Coops:Frequently procures through BuyBoard, Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, and OSD Statewide Contracts via COMMBUYS; 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 Malden (MA):Sole source is strictly limited to $10,000 under M.G.L. c.30B. No evidence of use; deprioritize and prepare a formal competitive bid instead.
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We don’t have evidence that City of Malden uses co-ops today, but you can position these co-ops as another option, and reach out to your Starbridge contact to gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Malden
City of Malden Finance Committee Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed the financial impact and projected savings resulting from the city's transition to the Group Insurance Commission. Key discussion topics included the breakdown of theoretical versus actual savings, the allocation of these funds between school and city budgets, and the distribution of mitigation payments to employees via HRA cards. Additionally, the committee discussed the ongoing structural deficit, the importance of long-term financial planning, and the framework for future budget discussions involving stabilization and enterprise funds.
City Of Malden Finance Committee Finance Committee Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 29, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed several fiscal matters, including the appropriation of TNC Surcharge funds to cover traffic signal and intersection improvements to enhance ADA accessibility. A transfer of $400,000 to the Malden Public School Department was authorized to address a prior-year net-school-spending shortfall. Furthermore, the committee reviewed the repurposing of funds previously allocated for the Roosevelt Park Revitalization Project to support the Malden River Works Project, with significant discussion regarding project phases, escalating construction costs, soil remediation, and municipal bond arbitrage concerns.
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Who manages vendor requirements and purchasing for City of Malden?
The City of Malden's Office of Procurement manages purchasing, contracting, and vendor requirements for the City of Malden. It handles procurements for supplies, services, and construction and operates within the city's mayor–council governance structure.
Where does City of Malden post bids and RFPs?
City of Malden posts official bids and RFPs on its Bid Postings page (CivicEngage) at https://www.cityofmalden.org/Bids.aspx. The Procurement landing page links to solicitations, and vendors may request contract documents or clarifications via purchasing@cityofmalden.org.
What products and services does City of Malden procure?
The City of Malden's Office of Procurement purchases supplies, services, and construction required for city operations. The Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development also procures professional services for land use, transportation, community and economic development, and business support.
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Malden Housing Authority Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board conducted a regular meeting to address several administrative and financial items. Key actions included the election of new board officers, the approval of the FY2027 EOHLC budget, and the authorization of a three-year employment contract extension for the Executive Director. The board also approved various financial payments, including insurance invoices, invoices for resident service coordinators, YMCA after-school program costs, and police detail expenses. Additionally, the board authorized utility supply contracts for natural gas, approved a task order for emergency generator design, and engaged services for annual fee accounting.
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Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Malden?
City of Malden procurement follows Massachusetts law, including M.G.L. Chapter 30B (Uniform Procurement Act), M.G.L. Chapter 30 §39M, and M.G.L. c.149. Local ordinances are published via Municode and the City Charter is linked from the Government section for local procedures and terms.
