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

The Town of Shelburne Purchasing Policy recommends seeking efficiencies such as sharing equipment or services with other municipal departments or municipalities and obtaining equipment from State and Federal surplus property as acquisition options.

What procurement requirements does the Town of Shelburne publish for vendors?

The Town of Shelburne Purchasing Policy requires bid specifications to include bond and insurance requirements, expects service proposals to provide proof of required insurances, and references Davis-Bacon wage compliance where applicable; vendors must review each solicitation for exact terms.

How does the Town of Shelburne approve procurement contracts and awards?

The Town of Shelburne Purchasing Policy names the Town Manager as general purchasing agent and sets approval thresholds: single purchases over $5,000 require Town Manager approval and purchases $10,000 or more follow a formal bid process; change orders require signatures by the contractor and Department Head or Town Manager.

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

Vendors can find the Town of Shelburne Purchasing Policy in the Town DocumentCenter; the policy sets purchasing thresholds, requires at least two quotes for purchases over $2,000, prior approval for purchases over $5,000, formal bidding at $10,000+, and includes required bid terms such as bond and insurance.

What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does the Town of Shelburne use?

The Town of Shelburne Purchasing Policy directs soliciting local business establishments, small and minority-owned businesses, veteran-owned enterprises, and women’s business enterprises when they are potential sources or potential subcontractors.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Shelburne, VT
Country:: US

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- Sole Source: Deprioritize; Town Manager can waive bidding but it’s extremely rare—don’t plan on this.
- Coops: Buyer hasn’t historically used coops, but you can position these co-ops as another option; NASPO ValuePoint and Sourcewell can be accessed through your Starbridge contact via the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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- Town of Shelburne: Deprioritize sole source. While the purchasing policy allows the Town Manager to waive bidding, this is used extremely infrequently. There is no reliable evidence of sole source awards over $10,000. With a formal sealed-bid threshold at $10,000, focus efforts on preparing a compliant response to competitive solicitations.
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- No evidence that Town of Shelburne uses cooperative purchasing today, and the 2018 policy does not authorize coops. You can position these co-ops as another option and, for the Starbridge-held vehicles, 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 Shelburne

Town Of Shelburne Planning Commission Minutes Of Meeting
Date: Oct 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission discussed updates to the Town Plan, focusing on the integration of housing, land use, economic data, and infrastructure metrics, alongside school district and conservation land information. Additionally, the commission reviewed the draft FY 27/28 Capital Budget, addressing project prioritization, tax implications, and financial strategies for long-term capital expenditures, specifically regarding the historic buildings project.
Town Of Shelburne Equity And Diversity Committee Public Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 28, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed updates from various liaison groups, including Community and Economic Development, Housing, and Planning and Zoning. Discussions focused on the Housing Trust Fund, transportation policy updates, and downtown designation efforts. In culture and community matters, the committee reflected on the cancellation of the Heritage Potluck, evaluated low attendance at the Hi Neighbor event, and decided to pause the Multicultural Movies program. Additionally, the committee addressed the need for a Volunteer Handbook and potential collaboration on a Community Academy training, and set action items regarding the next meeting schedule and an equity assessment.
Town Of Shelburne Selectboard Minutes Of Meeting
Date: Oct 1, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board addressed the appointment of a designated voting member for the Vermont League of Cities and Towns. Additionally, the meeting included an executive session to deliberate on matters related to the appointment, evaluation, disciplining, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.

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Lisa C. MannAssistant Town Clerk

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Susan MoraskaAssistant Town Clerk & Treasurer

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Who manages procurement for the Town of Shelburne?

The Town of Shelburne Purchasing Policy designates the Town Manager as the general purchasing agent and records adoption by the Selectboard, establishing where purchasing approvals and responsibilities reside for vendors and departments.

Where does the Town of Shelburne post bids and RFPs?

Town of Shelburne posts bids and RFPs on the Town’s Bids, RFQs & RFPs webpages and via the CivicEngage Bid Postings subscription service; individual solicitation documents are published in the Town DocumentCenter for download and review.

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

Vendors register for notifications by subscribing to the Town of Shelburne CivicEngage Bid Postings page (email/text); vendors should also check the Town’s Bids page and DocumentCenter for links to solicitation documents and submission instructions.

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