The Town of Danvers is seeking written responses for hot-mix asphalt pavement to be picked up at the plant. The earlier published description for this rebid states that the material must conform to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation Highway Division Standard Specifications. The current solicitation is due October 22, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. EDT.
The Town of Danvers is seeking written responses for hot-mix asphalt pavement to be picked up at the plant. The earlier published description for this rebid states that the material must conform to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation Highway Division Standard Specifications. The current solicitation is due October 22, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. EDT.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
106102
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
308.6
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
29,211
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
61 / 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 $50,000, sole source may be possible but deprioritize; Town rarely approves—pivot to coops.
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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Town of Danvers (MA) shows no evidence of approving sole source awards and applies a restrictive approach under M.G.L. c. 30B. Formal competition generally triggers at $50,000, making sole source an uphill path.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Town of Danvers
Danvers Human Rights and Inclusion Committee Meeting
Date: Sep 17, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee held a meeting to discuss establishing a clear framework for citizen comments and community engagement to ensure organized and equitable participation. The agenda included a native land acknowledgement and various liaison updates. The Accessibility Commission provided information on an upcoming human library event and highlighted statistics regarding suicide prevention awareness from a disability perspective. Additionally, the committee addressed recent incidents of vandalism at town playgrounds and discussed ongoing efforts to collaborate with local schools, including plans for an upcoming unified basketball game.
Danvers Accessibility Commission Meeting
Date: Aug 27, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Commission discussed several key items, including the allocation of revenue from handicap parking citations to a dedicated line item in the town budget. Members reviewed upcoming promotional efforts for the Human Library event and other accessibility-related projects, such as custom-painted crosswalks and open space planning. Additionally, the committee received updates on incident reports, including resolutions for a bridge replacement on the Rail Trail, the installation of audio cues at pedestrian crossings, and an ongoing review of playground accessibility at a local church.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Town of Danvers.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for Town of Danvers?
The Town of Danvers Purchasing Department manages procurement for the Town, overseen by the five-member Select Board, the Town Manager, and the Representative Town Meeting. The Purchasing Department reports to the Town Manager and supports purchasing for all Town departments.
Where does Town of Danvers post bids and RFPs?
The Town of Danvers posts official bids and RFPs on its CivicEngage Bids portal at https://www.danversma.gov/Bids.aspx. Vendors may create a portal account to subscribe to email or text notifications and should contact the Purchasing Department with questions about posted solicitations.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with Town of Danvers?
Vendors register by creating an account on the Town of Danvers CivicEngage portal (linked from the Bids page) to subscribe to bid notifications and save form progress. The Doing Business page directs prospective bidders to contact the Purchasing Department for current bid information and guidance.
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Danvers Accessibility Commission Meeting
Date: Sep 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting focused on planning and promotional efforts for an upcoming event, including the sourcing of A-frame signs, the provision of snacks, and outreach strategies to various town entities and organizations. Discussion also covered a recent training session attended by commission members and plans for utilizing a lobby screen to supplement the event with introductory materials and book titles.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
Know what buyers discuss before RFPs drop
Track Town of Danvers meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
What products and services does Town of Danvers procure?
The Town of Danvers procures goods and services for all Town departments, including consultants, service providers, contractors, vendors, and suppliers. Local capital and infrastructure categories referenced include Water Distribution and Supply, Wastewater Collection, Stormwater Management, and Pavement Management.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for Town of Danvers?
Procurement for the Town of Danvers is governed by Massachusetts General Laws (including MGL Chapter 30B), the Town of Danvers General By-Laws, and the Town Manager Act. Vendors can review the Town By-Laws PDF and contact the Purchasing Department for standard terms and compliance guidance.