What products and services does the Town of Bedford procure?

The Town of Bedford’s Environmentally Preferred Procurement Policy names product categories the town prioritizes: printing/writing paper, janitorial paper and trash bags, Energy Star/EPEAT office equipment, outdoor fixtures and furnishings, remanufactured toner/ink, antifreeze, remanufactured paint, and re-refined oils.

Does the Town of Bedford use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

The Town of Bedford posts solicitations on the Commonwealth COMMBUYS portal; any cooperative purchasing or piggyback provisions are identified in the individual solicitation documents on COMMBUYS or in the town’s bid packet.

What vendor requirements does the Town of Bedford publish for bidders?

The Town of Bedford’s bid pages require bidders to confirm receipt of all addenda and submit solicitation-required forms (for example, IRS Form W-9); solicitation packets specify insurance, bonding, licensing, and other compliance requirements.

Where can vendors find procurement policies for the Town of Bedford?

Vendors can find procurement rules in the Town of Bedford Environmentally Preferred Procurement Policy (PDF) available on the state/town site; it details recycled-content, energy-efficiency, and other environmentally preferred purchasing standards.

Town of Bedford

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

Town of Bedford RFPs

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Evans Avenue Pump Station and Force Main Improvements
Open
Aug 26, 2026
Closes
Sep 17, 2026
Base bid: the scope of work includes installation of new pumping station, installation of 40 LF of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) force main, demolition and disposal of existing pump station structures and equipment, abandonment of sewers, epoxy lining of one (1) wet well, surface restoration, and other related tasks. Alternate bid no. 1: the scope of work includes furnishing a trailer mounted portable generator and other related tasks.

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Census ID
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183905
Employee FTE
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654.5
Population
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14,836
Procurement Hell Score
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65 / 100
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- Sole Source: Deprioritize under M.G.L. 30B; only pursue if uniquely justifiable—otherwise compete.
- Coops: We don't have evidence the Town of Bedford uses co-ops today, but you can position OSD Statewide Contracts (COMMBUYS), Sourcewell, and OMNIA Partners as another option. Reach out to your Starbridge contact to gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Sole Source
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- Town of Bedford, MA follows M.G.L. Chapter 30B with no evidence of sole source awards; deprioritize this path. Focus on preparing for and responding to competitive solicitations and engage department heads pre-solicitation to help shape requirements. If a sole source is attempted, expect rigorous 30B justification and approvals; no specific sole source dollar thresholds are provided here.
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- We don't have evidence that Town of Bedford uses cooperative purchasing today, but you can position these co-ops as another option. 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 Town of Bedford

Town of Bedford Fire Station Building Committee Meeting Minutes
Date: Jun 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed site observations, noting good contractor progress, site organization, and safety practices. Recent activities included sewer and water connections, steel installation, vapor barrier application, window mock-up inspections, and drywall/masonry installation. The committee reviewed the status of RFI's and submittals, and met with the design team regarding furniture and office layouts. Furthermore, the committee approved Change Order #9 for various project enhancements, including plumbing, electrical, and site preparation work. An update was provided on the solar interconnection application, which has been approved.
Town Of Bedford Fire Station Building Committee Meeting Minutes
Date: Jul 27, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee meeting was convened but a quorum was not present, preventing the conduct of business or discussion of agenda items. A Change Order Subcommittee meeting was subsequently scheduled to review an outstanding change request.
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Key Contacts

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Amanda HawkesAssistant Town Clerk

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Amy FidalgoAssistant Town Manager

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for the Town of Bedford?

The Select Board provides executive oversight for the Town of Bedford, and the Town Manager administers the Select Board’s departments and supports the volunteer committee system; procurement administration is handled by the Town Manager’s office and respective departments.

Where does the Town of Bedford post bids and RFPs?

The Town of Bedford posts bids and RFPs on its official CivicEngage bid pages and lists solicitations on the Commonwealth of Massachusetts COMMBUYS portal; vendors can subscribe on CivicEngage and monitor COMMBUYS for active opportunities.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with the Town of Bedford?

Vendors register by creating a CivicEngage account to manage bid notifications for the Town of Bedford; the Bid Opportunities page asks vendors who download specifications to contact the town and provide company name, address, phone/fax, and the specification downloaded.

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