City of Hallowell bids, RFPs and contracts
MainePop. 2,624 · hallowell.govoffice.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 24 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 94
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1
- Next due Nov 20
- Contracts
- 591
- 287 vendors
The 30-second brief
94 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Hallowell's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and information technology. The latest, from Oct 13: The report said city hall camera system quotes were attached and that system updates were required to meet the Council Surveillance Policy. It also said the city planned to use surplus tax increment financing (TIF) funds from prior fiscal years. This is a budget-and-equipment signal tied to a defined security need, but the document does not show final approval beyond the proposal package.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
1 open RFP, the next due Nov 20. Latest awards: CMC for hallowell Reviews CMC City Hall Camera Quote (Oct 2026) and Cunningham Security Systems for hallowell Considers Cunningham City Hall Security System ($22,526.00; deposit due in advance of $6,757.80; balance due upon completion of $15,768.20, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Hallowell's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Hallowell is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Hallowell buys from, taken from council records. 591 contracts with 287 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Hallowell.
Questions about City of Hallowell
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Hallowell?
City of Hallowell currently works with 287 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, CONSULTING, LICENSE, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 16 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 Hallowell?
Small purchases under ME's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Hallowell include City of Hallowell — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Hallowell — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Hallowell — 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 Hallowell publish RFPs?
City of Hallowell publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ME's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 6 solicitations from City of Hallowell. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Hallowell?
At City of Hallowell, 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 Police, Fire Department, Police Department, and Budget. 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 16 decision-makers at City of Hallowell.
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What does City of Hallowell spend the most on?
Based on 1,362 tracked contracts, City of Hallowell spends most on Capital Projects (725), Grants (240), Public Works (236), Public Safety (94), and Environmental Services (67). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, CONSULTING, LICENSE, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Hallowell's current vendors?
City of Hallowell currently works with vendors including CMC, CUNNINGHAM SECURITY SYSTEMS, KVCOG, TRIO, GENERAL CODE, MAINE DOT, and AARP. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, CONSULTING, LICENSE, and OTHER. 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 Hallowell working on?
Based on 6 tracked meetings, City of Hallowell is actively discussing: City of Hallowell — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Hallowell — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Hallowell — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), City Council Meeting: Licenses, Utilities, Ordinances, and Historic Site, and Fiber Optic Project: Augusta Utility District Seeks Qualified Vendors. 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 Hallowell have?
City of Hallowell currently has 6 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (725), Grants (240), and Public Works (236). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ME's state portal, and other sources.