The Town of Dedham is soliciting sealed bids for rehabilitation of the Maverick Street culvert over Mother Brook. The IFB package is available free online after completion of the Town's document-access survey, or from the Procurement Office for a $50 non-refundable fee. The posting lists a start of October 14, 2026 at 6:00 am and a deadline of November 16, 2026 at 10:00 am, without specifying a time zone.
The Town of Dedham is soliciting sealed bids for rehabilitation of the Maverick Street culvert over Mother Brook. The IFB package is available free online after completion of the Town's document-access survey, or from the Procurement Office for a $50 non-refundable fee. The posting lists a start of October 14, 2026 at 6:00 am and a deadline of November 16, 2026 at 10:00 am, without specifying a time zone.
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Census ID
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183908
Employee FTE
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350
Population
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25,731
Procurement Hell Score
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78 / 100
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:Don’t chase it under M.G.L. c.30B. If coops won’t work, prepare for a formal IFB/RFP.
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.
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Dedham participates in cooperative purchasing (e.g., Sourcewell membership).
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Town of Dedham
Town of Dedham Facilities Assessment and Master Plan 2026-2036
Date: Sep 14, 2026Type: Strategic Plan
This document, Volume 1 of the Dedham Town Wide Facilities Assessment and Master Plan, serves as a comprehensive study of 24 municipal and school facilities. It aims to establish an evidence-based understanding of building age, physical condition, life safety compliance, and deferred maintenance. Key findings highlight the need to address active life safety deficiencies and advance replacement decisions for the oldest buildings, using metrics such as the Facilities Condition Index (FCI) and Educational Adequacy Index (EAI) to prioritize capital improvements and long-term visions.
Town Of Dedham Conservation Commission Meeting Notice
Date: May 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Conservation Commission meeting agenda includes public comments, a review of continued and new applications for residential projects involving new single-family dwellings, tree removals, additions, and roadway construction. The committee will also address requests for certificates of compliance for subdivision roadway projects, discuss and vote on a comment letter regarding the Mass Ready Act, and discuss and vote on a comment letter concerning an ENF filing at 318 West Street, followed by an agent's report.
Design Review Advisory Board Meeting Notice
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Town of Dedham.
What products and services does Town of Dedham procure?
The Town of Dedham procures products and services across municipal departments via its Procurement and Grants Management function, including public works, facilities, engineering, public safety, library, parks and recreation, technology, and professional/design services governed by Massachusetts procurement statutes.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for Town of Dedham?
The Town of Dedham's Procurement and Grants Management Department manages purchasing and procurement, operating under the Town Manager who serves as the Chief Procurement Officer; overall policy and major contract oversight is provided by the elected five-member Select Board.
Where does Town of Dedham post bids and RFPs?
The Town of Dedham posts public bids, RFPs, and solicitations on its official Procurement and Grants Management webpage (Bids/RFPs section). Certain solicitations are also published through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts CommBuys procurement portal when applicable.
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Date: May 6, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board will review multiple signage requests for local commercial properties, including waiver requests for Courthouse Cigar, and proposals for window and wall signs for Love & Grace, Exxon Mobil, Tighe Logistics Group, Boot Barn, and Shkodra Byrek. Additionally, the meeting agenda includes space for the discussion of old and new business matters as raised by members, staff, or the public.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track Town of Dedham meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Does Town of Dedham use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
Under Chapter 73 (Purchasing) Bylaws, the Town of Dedham may use state contracts and cooperative purchasing vehicles; the Town references the Massachusetts CommBuys portal as a conduit for certain solicitations and state contract usage.
What procurement requirements does Town of Dedham publish for vendors?
Per Town of Dedham Chapter 73 (Purchasing) Bylaws, written contracts are required for purchases over $1,000 and the Chief Procurement Officer may require a suitable performance bond or security for contracts exceeding $25,000; vendors should also review each solicitation for specific required forms and terms.
How does Town of Dedham approve procurement contracts and awards?
Contract approvals follow Chapter 73: contracts over $1,000 require signature by the Chief Procurement Officer (Town Manager or delegate) and the authorized officer or board majority; the Select Board provides major contract oversight, and formal procurements at or above Chapter 30B thresholds follow Chapter 30B procedures.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for Town of Dedham?
Procurement policies and standard terms are codified in Town of Dedham Chapter 73: Purchasing Bylaws, published on eCode360; the chapter sets bid thresholds, contract duration limits, CPO responsibilities, bond thresholds, and references applicable Massachusetts procurement statutes.