Town of Southbridge

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

Town of Southbridge RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

Marcos Rios Playground
Open
Jun 17, 2026
Closes
Aug 24, 2026
Work includes installing playground equipment, pour-in- place rubberized surfacing, and fencing.

Buyer Attributes

Key metrics and characteristics

Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
224814
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
144
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
18,106
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
62 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
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Startup Friendliness
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TraditionalStartup-Friendly
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How to Sell to Town of Southbridge

Procurement guidance and navigation tips.

Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
62 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: If sale is less than $50,000 and truly unique, consider sole source; otherwise, expect competition.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding. If not applicable, go to formal bid.
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
- Town of Southbridge (MA) enforces a strict $50,000 sole source ceiling. There is no documented history of significant contracts being awarded sole source. Any purchase over $50,000 will require competition. Deprioritize this path and pivot to cooperative purchasing (when applicable) or a formal competitive bid.
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
- The Town can get onboarded to the recommended cooperative path by reaching out to their Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
- The Town has used cooperative purchasing before (e.g., Sourcewell for an EV charger project). In Massachusetts, cooperative use generally applies to “supplies” under MGL c.30B—confirm your scope qualifies; otherwise, expect a formal bid. Programs to prioritize:
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 Town of Southbridge

Joint D.P.W. Subcommittee Town Council Subcommittee Meeting
Date: Aug 6, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed and discussed several operational and financial matters. Key topics included the appointment of a new citizen member to the subcommittee, the transfer of funds for sewer accounts to cover natural gas utility costs, and the renewal of the water system operation and management agreement. Additionally, the committee evaluated and approved contracts for the procurement of unleaded gasoline, diesel fuel, and treated road salt for the 2027 fiscal year.
Joint Planning and Development Subcommittee Town Council Meeting
Date: Aug 6, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed a proposed amendment to the town of Southbridge zoning bylaws, aimed at implementing a temporary moratorium on the permitting, construction, and expansion of data centers for up to 12 months. The discussion covered the potential infrastructure, environmental, and public safety impacts of these facilities and the importance of conducting a comprehensive study. The committee members reviewed the procedural steps for referring the draft bylaw to the Planning Board for a public hearing and subsequent recommendation.
Joint Education and Human Services Subcommittee Town Council Meeting

Key Contacts

Public-sector contacts connected to Town of Southbridge.

Sarah MaguireAssistant Collector

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Emma OakesAssistant Town Accountant

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