City of Salem

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

City of Salem RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

Wheelchair-accessible Field Trip Transportation Services RFP
Open
Aug 3, 2026
Closes
Aug 18, 2026
Provide wheelchair-accessible field trip transportation services.
27-08-PLAN Housing Program Inspector (RFP)
Open
Jul 20, 2026
Closes
Aug 11, 2026
Housing program inspector.
Operation of Youth Programs (WIOA) (RFP)
Open
Jul 20, 2026
Closes
Aug 27, 2026
Provide operation of youth programs.

Buyer Attributes

Key metrics and characteristics

Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
166444
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
446.7
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
45,381
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
79 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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AI Adoption Score
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Startup Friendliness
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TraditionalStartup-Friendly
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How to Sell to City of Salem

Procurement guidance and navigation tips.

Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
79 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: If uniquely sole-source eligible (Chapter 30B exceptions; only practicable source) for awards over $35,000, engage Purchasing with a justification memo; if term > 3 years, expect City Council approval.
- Coops: Salem frequently procures through OSD statewide contracts (COMMBUYS), MAPC, Sourcewell, and OMNIA Partners; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Sole Source
- Entity: City of Salem, MA
- Threshold/fit: Position as a unique technology/service under Massachusetts sole-source exceptions for awards over $35,000 (e.g., software maintenance, educational materials).
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Cooperatives
- There is no evidence that the City of Salem uses cooperative purchasing today.
- You can position the following co-ops as another option, and Salem can be onboarded through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform by reaching out to your Starbridge contact.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.

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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Salem

City Council Committee on Committee of the Whole Committee Meeting
Date: Jul 27, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee meeting centered on a presentation regarding the Jefferson Avenue Corridor Plan, which aims to address housing affordability, climate resilience, transportation improvements, and redevelopment opportunities. Key discussion topics included a proposed zoning framework involving an overlay district for mixed-use and multifamily development, the South Salem train station project, and various transportation and mobility enhancements such as improved pedestrian and bicycle connectivity. Additionally, the committee reviewed strategies for community-oriented development, housing stability, and potential financing tools for infrastructure and environmental improvements, incorporating feedback from both council members and public commentators.
City Of Salem Zoning Board Of Appeals Draft Meeting Minutes
Date: Jul 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board addressed several zoning petitions. Key actions included the withdrawal of a petition for an accessory structure at 61 Memorial Drive and the approval of a variance for a ferry terminal building at 10 Blaney Street, subject to special conditions regarding dimensional requirements and construction permissions. A petition for a two-family house subdivision at 7 Burnside Street and 5 Skerry Street Court was continued for further revisions. The board approved a variance and special permit for a garage, sunroom, and entry deck at 23 Jackson Street. Additionally, petitions for a parking area variance at 2 Rockdale Avenue, a rear addition at 21 Warren Street, and a porch/staircase reconstruction at 46 Chestnut Street were continued to future meetings.

Key Contacts

Public-sector contacts connected to City of Salem.

Jay CarrollActing City Engineer

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Bridie O’ConnellAdvertising & Tourism Manager

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City of Salem RFPs

Wheelchair-accessible Field Trip Transportation Services RFP

27-08-PLAN Housing Program Inspector (RFP)

Operation of Youth Programs (WIOA) (RFP)

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Early Buyer Signals

City Council Committee on Committee of the Whole Committee Meeting

City Of Salem Zoning Board Of Appeals Draft Meeting Minutes

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City of Salem RFPs

Wheelchair-accessible Field Trip Transportation Services RFP

27-08-PLAN Housing Program Inspector (RFP)

Operation of Youth Programs (WIOA) (RFP)

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Early Buyer Signals

City Council Committee on Committee of the Whole Committee Meeting

City Of Salem Zoning Board Of Appeals Draft Meeting Minutes

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City Council Committee On Government Services Committee Meeting

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City of Salem RFPs

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City Council Committee on Committee of the Whole Committee Meeting

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City of Salem RFPs

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City Council Committee on Committee of the Whole Committee Meeting

City Of Salem Zoning Board Of Appeals Draft Meeting Minutes

Key Contacts

City Council Committee On Government Services Committee Meeting

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