The Town of Bourne, through its Town Administrator, is inviting bids on behalf of the Natural Resources and Engineering Departments to dredge approximately 105 cubic yards of sediment from the Taylor Point Channel. The project covers approximately 3,201 square feet at Taylor Point Marina in Buzzards Bay. This is a dredging works procurement, with bids due October 29, 2026.
The Town of Bourne, through its Town Administrator, is inviting bids on behalf of the Natural Resources and Engineering Departments to dredge approximately 105 cubic yards of sediment from the Taylor Point Channel. The project covers approximately 3,201 square feet at Taylor Point Marina in Buzzards Bay. This is a dredging works procurement, with bids due October 29, 2026.
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Census ID
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166457
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
235.7
Population
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20,772
Procurement Hell Score
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55 / 100
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Sole Source:If sale is less than $10,000, use sole source—only if truly only-one-source; otherwise deprioritize and pivot back to the coop path.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, and Massachusetts statewide contracts; 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 Bourne (MA) shows no evidence of using sole source awards; deprioritize this path. The Town follows competitive processes, with formal procurement triggered around a $10,000 threshold and added insurance/bonding requirements. If a truly unique, only-one-source situation exists, coordinate with the Administration Office—but expect scrutiny; otherwise, use a cooperative contract.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Town of Bourne
Bourne Council on Aging Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 17, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council discussed various operational updates, including volunteer coordination for liaison meetings and reports from Outreach, Respite, and the Director regarding SNAP benefits, fuel assistance, staff promotions, and new program offerings. Old business focused on the Aging Well in Bourne Community Needs Assessment, transportation challenges across the bridge, and potential locations for senior programs. New business addressed personnel changes, including a resignation and promotions, along with announcements regarding upcoming community activities.
Bourne Board of Health Meeting
Date: Sep 9, 2006Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed a waiver request for the continued use of an existing three-bedroom sewage disposal system at 25 Shaker Drive to accommodate proposed renovations, which was ultimately approved. The health director provided an update on the completion of the bathing beach sampling season, noting only one closure during the summer. Additionally, the board briefly addressed concerns regarding the quality of the current audio system and noted that a new system is being implemented.
Bourne Town Special And Annual Town Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Town of Bourne.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for Town of Bourne?
The Town Administrator’s Office administers procurement for the Town of Bourne, with the Town Administrator acting as Chief Procurement Officer and designating the individual(s) responsible for evaluating proposals.
Where does Town of Bourne post bids and RFPs?
The Town of Bourne posts public solicitations on its official bids portal at https://www.bourne-ma.gov/bids.aspx; the Town website links to that page for submission instructions and contact details for each RFP or bid notice.
What products and services does Town of Bourne procure?
The Town of Bourne commonly procures goods and supplies, professional services, and construction and public works projects, including related design and project-management services. Vendors should consult posted solicitations for specific scopes, requirements, and procurement thresholds.
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Date: May 8, 2018
Type: Meeting mention
The town meeting addressed a wide range of articles for both the Special Town Meeting and the Annual Town Meeting. Key topics included the payment of unpaid bills from previous fiscal years, amendments to town zoning bylaws regarding a new Senior Care Overlay District, and the authorization of various regularly required actions for the upcoming fiscal year. Significant financial actions involved fixing salaries for elected officials, adopting the annual operating budget, funding capital improvement projects, establishing various revolving funds, and allocating funds for Other Post-Employment Benefits liability. Additionally, the meeting covered procedural matters such as committee reports, transfers to the Capital Expenditure Stabilization Reserve Fund, and rescinding unused debt authorizations.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track Town of Bourne meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Does Town of Bourne use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The Town of Bourne promotes and uses Commonwealth of Massachusetts contract vehicles and links to COMMBUYS as an approved state contract resource for cooperative purchasing and piggyback opportunities where appropriate.
What procurement requirements does Town of Bourne publish for vendors?
The Town of Bourne requires vendors to comply with Massachusetts Chapter 30B and applicable MA Labor Standards/Prevailing Wage rules, and solicitation notices list required insurance, bonding, licenses, and forms for each procurement.
How does Town of Bourne approve procurement contracts and awards?
The Town Administrator’s Office administers contract approvals for the Town of Bourne; the Town Administrator designates evaluators for proposals, and awards are made in accordance with state law and Town bylaws as outlined on the Town procurement page.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for Town of Bourne?
Vendors can find Town of Bourne procurement policies on the Town Procurement page, which links to Massachusetts Chapter 30B guidance, COMMBUYS/State Operational Services, DCAM resources, and MA Labor Standards/Prevailing Wage guidance.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does Town of Bourne use?
The Town of Bourne encourages participation and outreach to minority-owned, women-owned, and local businesses as part of its procurement approach, per the Town Procurement page.