What products and services does Town of Arlington procure?

The Town of Arlington procures broad municipal goods and services: materials, equipment, building and facilities maintenance and repairs, construction and design services, parks and grounds/athletic field services, and manages surplus property disposal.

Does Town of Arlington use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

Yes. The Town of Arlington participates in consortium or cooperative bids when cost-effective to obtain more competitive pricing through greater combined volume, per the Purchasing department.

What procurement requirements does Town of Arlington publish for vendors?

Vendor requirements are specified per solicitation; typical IFB requirements include use of provided bid forms, a Certificate of Non-Collusion, Tax Compliance Certification (M.G.L. c.62C §49A), solicitation-specific qualifications, warranty terms, and addenda acknowledgement—review each solicitation for required forms and terms.

How does Town of Arlington approve procurement contracts and awards?

Per IFB language, sealed bids are submitted to the Town Manager; the Town Manager holds award and cancellation authority while the Purchasing/Finance office administers solicitations and vendor communications for awards.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for Town of Arlington?

Vendors can find procurement guidance on the Town of Arlington Purchasing department page; individual solicitations reference state procurement law, including the Uniform Procurement Act (Chapter 30B), and applicable state and local statutes govern purchases.

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

Town of Arlington RFPs

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26-50 Home Performance Contractor Services RFP
Posted
Sep 1, 2026
Closes
Sep 24, 2026
The Town of Arlington is seeking Mass Save-participating Home Performance Contractors for marketing support, customer intake, and direct services related to Mass Save Home Energy Assessments. The selected contractor will receive no compensation from the Town for services provided, indicating a service solicitation rather than a grant program. Bid documents are available electronically from the Town beginning September 1, 2026, and responses are due September 24, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
26-50 Home Performance Contractor Services
Posted
Sep 1, 2026
Closes
Sep 24, 2026
The Town of Arlington is seeking Mass Save-participating Home Performance Contractors for marketing support, customer intake, and direct services related to Mass Save Home Energy Assessments. The selected contractor will receive no compensation from the Town for services provided, indicating a service solicitation rather than a grant program. Bid documents are available electronically from the Town beginning September 1, 2026, and responses are due September 24, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
26-48 Snow & Ice Removal - Municipal & School Lots RFP
Posted
Sep 1, 2026
Closes
Sep 15, 2026
Snow removal and salting/sanding of parking lots, driveways, stairways, and sidewalks at 3 municipal properties (group 1) and up to 9 school properties (group 2) for 2026-2027 season.

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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $100,000, 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. Coordinate with Purchasing about consortium bids or Massachusetts statewide contracts via COMMBUYS and regional MAPC procurements as additional options.
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- Town of Arlington shows a near-total absence of sole source contracts above the $100,000 threshold. Deprioritize this route and redirect efforts to cooperative purchasing and statewide contracts.
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Cooperatives
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- Arlington has used cooperative purchasing before. Evidence: the Recreation Department is a confirmed Sourcewell member.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Town of Arlington

Minute Man Finance Committee Finance Committee Meeting
Date: Mar 9, 2020Type: Meeting mention
The meeting provided a detailed review of the district's financial position, including budget adjustments to accommodate student growth, debt service, and the financial impact of the departure of Belmont as a member town. Discussions covered enrollment trends, the impact on assessment rates for member towns, and the potential for federal student loans for post-secondary programs. Plans for increasing access through after-school programming and technical institute expansion were also reviewed, along with recent favorable bond borrowing rates.
Arlington Zoning Board of Appeals Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
Date: Jul 14, 2020Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed the remote conduct of the meeting and addressed docket 3515 regarding the Arlington Land Realty LLC Thornike Place application. The board and the applicant mutually agreed to continue the public hearing to allow time for the completion and review of a peer review consultant's report.
Arlington Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
Date: Aug 11, 2026

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for Town of Arlington?

Purchasing is an operational unit within the Town of Arlington Finance Department; the Purchasing Agent handles procurement, vendor contacts, and day-to-day purchasing for Town departments. Contact and Purchasing Agent details are listed on the Town Purchasing page.

Where does Town of Arlington post bids and RFPs?

The Town of Arlington posts solicitations on its Purchasing department pages and the 'All RFPs' listing; vendors can subscribe to the Town 'Bids and RFPs' email list on the Purchasing page to receive notices and addenda for posted solicitations.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with Town of Arlington?

Vendors register by subscribing to the Town of Arlington 'Bids and RFPs' email list via the Purchasing page; prospective bidders can contact the Purchasing Agent listed on that page for assistance with notifications and addenda.

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