Town of Chester

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Chester, CT
Country:: US

Town of Chester RFPs

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Harbor Management Manual Re-write (RFP)
Open
Jun 24, 2026
Closes
Jul 31, 2026
Evaluate the current Harbor Management Plan structure, rewrite, and align content to marine industry standards and ensure alignment with all state and federal regulations. The objective is to replace the existing, outdated manual with a clear, concise, accessible, and legally compliant plan. The selected vendor shall perform the following core tasks: Work with the Harbor Management Commission to rewrite and condense the existing manual using plain language and a logical, easy-to-digest format. Ensure the tone is professional, user-friendly, and accessible for all reading levels. Ensure all updated policies align with current local, state, and federal laws, as well as prevailing municipal ordinances. Deliver the finalized manual in an editable format, searchable PDF format, and meet Chesters' web-based content format standards.

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Census ID
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204163
Population
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3,748
Procurement Hell Score
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72 / 100
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Procurement Hell Score
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72 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: If sale is less than $7,500, use sole source. Otherwise deprioritize; waiver requires a unanimous Board of Selectmen vote.
- 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. Other cooperative options include CT DAS Statewide Contracts (CTsource) and Capitol Region Purchasing Council (CRPC).
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: Town of Chester, CT
- Standard practice: Formal, public competitive bidding is required for expenditures over $7,500.
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
- Reach out to your Starbridge contact to get onboarded to the recommended cooperative path through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
- Recommended (accessible through Starbridge):
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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Board meetings and strategic plans from Town of Chester

Ad Hoc Citizens Liaison Council Meeting Minutes
Date: May 29, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council discussed updates on programs and services, including the distribution of demographic data on residents over age 65 and strategies for identifying volunteers for chores and errands. The committee reviewed the draft of the 'Chester Support Squad' Neighbor to Neighbor program, focusing on needs assessment, residential community coordination, and potential involvement from local Girl Scouts. Future steps include finalizing the program draft, developing a pilot program, and vetting volunteers through police and other town resources.
Conservation Commission & Sustainability Team Meeting Minutes
Date: Jul 2, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting addressed planning for the Chester Fair, including volunteer coordination and Zero Waste event promotion. Discussion topics included social media outreach for hydrilla education, status updates on the Energize CT Community Partnership Initiative and HeatSmart grant, efforts toward Sustainable CT Silver Status recertification, and updates to the open space map and natural resources inventory. The team also reviewed webpage maintenance and potential composting and recycling solutions for the town. New business covered potential grants for addressing Japanese knotweed and a request for biodiversity data at the Chester Creek Preserve.
Ad Hoc Citizens Liaison Council Meeting Minutes
Date: Jun 1, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Council reviewed updates regarding the Chester Community Fund fundraising efforts and the current status of the Food Pantry. Discussions included the coordination of a diaper donation and pick-up program, the distribution of welcome packets for new residents, and the creation of a resource flyer for the Chester Sunday Market. Additionally, the Council addressed the development of a Neighbor to Neighbor volunteer program, including the creation of interest and description forms and the need to verify insurance requirements.

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Key Contacts

Public-sector contacts connected to Town of Chester.

David A. MesiteBuilding Official

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Peter EvankowDirector of Finance

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Aaron PageDirector of Parks and Recreation

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Cynthia LignarFirst Selectwoman

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Ad Hoc Citizens Liaison Council Meeting Minutes

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