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1. Where does the Town of Ipswich advertise for bids?

The Town of Ipswich encourages people to take interest in our bid opportunities and advertises by several different methods. The Town of Ipswich must give two weeks notice to any interested bidders. The Central Register is published by the Secretary of State and is a clearing house for all Town bids. The Town of Ipswich also advertises in the local newspaper. The Town of Ipswich Purchasing website is also another place to learn about bids.

2. Will you put my company on the approved bidder list?

The Town of Ipswich does not maintain approved bidder lists. All companies and individuals are encouraged to bid on our projects. Companies should check the Central Register website and the Town website often to learn more about bids.

3. Who do I contact to make a presentation about our products or services?

The Purchasing Office is not responsible for making the decision to purchase any product, service or work. Various vendors may contact any interested Town departments. The Town of Ipswich works to ensure that individual departments are following the bidding rules when doing any purchasing using public funding.

4. Do I have to pay prevailing wages when I bid on a project?

Bidders must pay prevailing wages when doing a public construction project for the Town of Ipswich. The purchase of goods and services is not subject to prevailing wage rules. The Town of Ipswich must receive certified payroll forms from contractors who are doing public construction.

5. Where are the rules to determine if a project is subject to bidding rules.

The Town of Ipswich maintains a Purchasing Guidelines document which outlines the bidding requirements. The posted Chart of Procurement is your guide to the bidding process.