Emergency Government Procurement in Massachusetts
Emergency procurement lets Massachusetts agencies award contracts on an expedited basis when there is not time for normal competitive bidding. Opportunities are posted on Massachusetts COMMBUYS. Below are current emergency solicitations we have found, plus how the process works and how to be ready to respond in time.
Current emergency solicitations in Massachusetts
Maintenance & Repair - Two-Way Radio Equipment / Emergency Communications, Bid #: CR-8845-J7, https://www.worcesterma.gov/finance/purchasing-bids/bids/cr-8845-j7
View details and requirements →616509 DISTRICT 6 Scheduled & Emergency Tree Trimming & Sight Distance Improvement at Various Loca
View details and requirements →616401 DISTRICT 5 Scheduled and Emergency Structural Repairs at Various Locations
View details and requirements →614099 DISTRICT 3 Scheduled and Emergency Structural and Substructure and Related Repairs at Vario
View details and requirements →616377 DISTRICT 1 Scheduled and Emergency Guardrail and Fence Repairs at Various Locations on I-90
View details and requirements →616513 DISTRICT 6 Scheduled & Emergency Traffic Control and Setups at Various Locations
View details and requirements →616471 DISTRICT 2 Scheduled and Emergency Salt Shed Repairs at Various Locations
View details and requirements →Sudbury Public Schools, invites sealed bids from qualified, licensed, eligible contractors for the General John Nixon Elementary Schools - Fire Alarm, Emergency Lighting and BDA Im
View details and requirements →IFB: Generator Maintenance, Repair, and Emergency Repair - 3 Years - Subject to Ann. Appropriation. Avail. 10/21/26. Do not request prior. Request reg. hours only, 8-5, M-R; 8-12 N
View details and requirements →Maintenance Repair, Parts and Emergency Services
View details and requirements →RFP: Lease of Space on Existing Emergency Communications Tower for Telecommunications Facilities
View details and requirements →The MBTA is establishing a pool of qualified operators to provide turnkey replacement shuttle bus services, including vehicles, drivers, and supervision, for planned and emergency
View details and requirements →The Massachusetts Department of Correction is seeking responses for Contractors to provide an off-site computer driven, high speed emergency telephone notification service.
View details and requirements →616396 DISTRICT 1 Scheduled and Emergency Drainage, Slope, and Roadway Repairs/Improvements at Var
View details and requirements →614107 DISTRICT 4 Scheduled and Emergency Drawbridge Operation, Repairs and Related Work at Variou
View details and requirements →616378 DISTRICT 1 Scheduled & Emergency Facility and Salt Shed Repairs/ Improvements at Various Lo
View details and requirements →RFP #27232048 Emergency Alert System
View details and requirements →State 911 Department releases its FY 2027 Emergency Medical Dispatch Grant. Eligible PSAPs, Regional PSAPs, Regional Secondary PSAPs, and RECCs should review the guidelines and res
View details and requirements →This is a bid announcement only. The resulting contract for this (FAC132) bid solicitation will replace the following services: Security Services, Private Investigative Services, a
View details and requirements →Annual Contract for emergency and non-emergency spill response and underground vault/manhole pump out services, the transportation and disposal of hazardous waste /material and oth
View details and requirements →616410 DISTRICT 5 Scheduled and Emergency Fabrication and Installation of Overhead and Ground Moun
View details and requirements →The Department of Fire Services (DFS) (grantor) announces its intention of a proposed Best Value Grant award to multiple municipal fire departments (grantees). The proposed Best Va
View details and requirements →How emergency procurement works in Massachusetts
When a genuine emergency threatens public health, safety, or property, Massachusetts agencies can bypass the normal competitive timeline and award a contract quickly, sometimes to a single qualified vendor. The agency still has to document why the emergency justified the expedited process, so awards go to vendors who are credible and ready, not just available.
In practice that means the winners are usually vendors already registered on Massachusetts COMMBUYS, with current licenses and insurance, who can mobilize within days. Common emergency categories include security and guard services, IT and cybersecurity, construction and repair, and disaster response.
How to be ready for Massachusetts emergency contracts
- Register as a vendor on Massachusetts COMMBUYS now, before you need it. See our Massachusetts vendor registration guide.
- Keep licenses, bonding, and insurance current so you are eligible on day one.
- Set up alerts for new solicitations so you respond within hours, not days.
- Have a short capability statement ready to submit fast.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find emergency contracts in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts emergency and sole-source solicitations are posted on the state's procurement portal, Massachusetts COMMBUYS. Because emergency awards move fast, the practical step is to be registered as a vendor in advance so you can respond the moment one is posted. This page lists current emergency solicitations we have found for Massachusetts.
What counts as emergency procurement?
Emergency procurement is an expedited process governments use when a threat to public health, safety, or property does not allow time for normal competitive bidding. Agencies can award faster, and sometimes sole-source, but must still document the emergency. Common categories include security, IT and cybersecurity, construction, and disaster response.
Can a small business win emergency contracts in Massachusetts?
Yes. Emergency awards favor vendors who are already registered, hold current licenses and certifications, and can mobilize quickly. Speed and readiness matter more than size. Keep your Massachusetts vendor registration and insurance current so you are eligible the moment an emergency need is posted.