The Town of Bourne is seeking architectural and design services for all phases of the Police Station Roof Replacement Project, including construction-related services. The open-market solicitation became available on September 17, 2026, and bids are scheduled to open on October 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The solicitation is a government procurement for design services, not a grant program.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
166457
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
235.7
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
20,772
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
55 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $10,000, use sole source—only if truly only-one-source; otherwise deprioritize and pivot back to the coop path.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, and Massachusetts statewide contracts; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Town of Bourne (MA) shows no evidence of using sole source awards; deprioritize this path. The Town follows competitive processes, with formal procurement triggered around a $10,000 threshold and added insurance/bonding requirements. If a truly unique, only-one-source situation exists, coordinate with the Administration Office—but expect scrutiny; otherwise, use a cooperative contract.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Town of Bourne
Town Of Bourne Board Of Health Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 9, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed a waiver request for the continued use of an existing septic system at 25 Shaker Drive to accommodate proposed residential alterations, including a room conversion and bathroom addition. Additionally, the Health Director provided a report regarding the completion of seasonal bathing beach water sampling and ongoing cyanobacteria monitoring.
Bourne Select Board Meeting Minutes
Date: Aug 4, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board approved advertising vacancies for the Planning Board and School Committee. An Owner's Project Manager was appointed for the Police Station Roof project, and updates were provided by the ISWM Building Committee regarding construction progress. The board authorized the formal acceptance of road takings for Spinnaker Lane and Daniel Webster Lane, approved road betterments for several streets, and reviewed updates on drainage structures. Discussions also included the submission of written comments to MassDOT regarding the Sagamore Bridge project. Additionally, the board approved several special event requests, including a 5K race, memorial toy runs, and park usage, and ratified a Memorandum of Agreement with the Bourne Patrolman's Association.
Town Of Bourne Planning Board Planning Board Meeting Minutes
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Town of Bourne.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for Town of Bourne?
The Town Administrator’s Office administers procurement for the Town of Bourne, with the Town Administrator acting as Chief Procurement Officer and designating the individual(s) responsible for evaluating proposals.
Where does Town of Bourne post bids and RFPs?
The Town of Bourne posts public solicitations on its official bids portal at https://www.bourne-ma.gov/bids.aspx; the Town website links to that page for submission instructions and contact details for each RFP or bid notice.
What products and services does Town of Bourne procure?
The Town of Bourne commonly procures goods and supplies, professional services, and construction and public works projects, including related design and project-management services. Vendors should consult posted solicitations for specific scopes, requirements, and procurement thresholds.
Date: Sep 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board reviewed and approved a site plan review and special permit application for a commercial development project at 4 Henry Drive, including specifics regarding stormwater management, lighting, and septic system design. Additionally, the board held a public hearing regarding a proposed zoning bylaw amendment concerning maximum building heights on nonconforming lots and voted to move the article forward. The meeting also included the appointment of a new alternate member and a discussion on the Growth Incentive Zone and utility capacity.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track Town of Bourne meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Does Town of Bourne use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The Town of Bourne promotes and uses Commonwealth of Massachusetts contract vehicles and links to COMMBUYS as an approved state contract resource for cooperative purchasing and piggyback opportunities where appropriate.
What procurement requirements does Town of Bourne publish for vendors?
The Town of Bourne requires vendors to comply with Massachusetts Chapter 30B and applicable MA Labor Standards/Prevailing Wage rules, and solicitation notices list required insurance, bonding, licenses, and forms for each procurement.
How does Town of Bourne approve procurement contracts and awards?
The Town Administrator’s Office administers contract approvals for the Town of Bourne; the Town Administrator designates evaluators for proposals, and awards are made in accordance with state law and Town bylaws as outlined on the Town procurement page.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for Town of Bourne?
Vendors can find Town of Bourne procurement policies on the Town Procurement page, which links to Massachusetts Chapter 30B guidance, COMMBUYS/State Operational Services, DCAM resources, and MA Labor Standards/Prevailing Wage guidance.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does Town of Bourne use?
The Town of Bourne encourages participation and outreach to minority-owned, women-owned, and local businesses as part of its procurement approach, per the Town Procurement page.