City of Ellsworth bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 11 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 149
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 19
- Contracts
- 233
- 177 vendors
The 30-second brief
149 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Ellsworth's meetings, most in administration & finance and professional services. The latest, from Oct 26: City Restructuring AP Workflow and Department Invoice Entry.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 19. Latest awards: Rf Jordan (Not to exceed $1,633,545, Oct 2026) and Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate the Masiello Group for city poised to hire broker for tax-acquired properties (Jun 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Ellsworth's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Ellsworth is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Ellsworth buys from, taken from council records. 233 contracts with 177 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Ellsworth.
Questions about City of Ellsworth
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Ellsworth?
City of Ellsworth currently works with 177 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and FOOD_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 64 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with City of Ellsworth?
Small purchases under ME's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Ellsworth include City of Ellsworth — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Ellsworth — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Ellsworth — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does City of Ellsworth publish RFPs?
City of Ellsworth publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ME's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 67 solicitations from City of Ellsworth. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Ellsworth?
At City of Ellsworth, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include City Manager, Public Works Department, Finance, Ellsworth Police Department — Animal Control, and Wastewater. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 64 decision-makers at City of Ellsworth.
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What does City of Ellsworth spend the most on?
Based on 2,070 tracked contracts, City of Ellsworth spends most on Capital Projects (1,248), Public Works (440), Environmental Services (136), Administration & Finance (129), and Grants (117). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and FOOD_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Ellsworth's current vendors?
City of Ellsworth currently works with vendors including RF JORDAN, BETTER HOMES & GARDENS REAL ESTATE THE MASIELLO GROUP, REAL BROKER LLC, BANG REALTY, INPERIUM, TIM DUNHAM REALTY, KIDSPEACE, NEXTHOME EXPERIENCE, MCALLISTER REAL ESTATE, and ZEPPAS NY PIZZA. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and FOOD_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is City of Ellsworth working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, City of Ellsworth is actively discussing: City of Ellsworth — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Ellsworth — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Ellsworth — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Permit Fee Refund Approved for Corey Waggan Due to City Error, and Planning Board Approves New Storage Center & Judicial Center Project. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does City of Ellsworth have?
City of Ellsworth currently has 67 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,248), Public Works (440), and Environmental Services (136). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ME's state portal, and other sources.