Town of Deer Isle bids, RFPs and contracts
MainePop. 2,132 · deerislemaine.gov.- Latest contract
- Dec 31, 2025
- 10 months ago
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 299
- 113 vendors
- Population
- 2,132
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Hospice of Hancock County for town Funds Hospice of Hancock County for 2026 ($2,000, Dec 2025) and WIC for town Supports WIC Nutrition Program in 2026 ($1,300, Dec 2025).
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Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Deer Isle has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Deer Isle buys from, taken from council records. 299 contracts with 113 vendors.
Questions about Town of Deer Isle
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Deer Isle?
Town of Deer Isle currently works with 113 vendors across contract types including HEALTHCARE, FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Town of Deer Isle?
Small purchases under ME's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (54), Grants (15), and Public Works (14), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Town of Deer Isle publish RFPs?
Town of Deer Isle publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ME's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from Town of Deer Isle. 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 Town of Deer Isle?
At Town of Deer Isle, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does Town of Deer Isle spend the most on?
Based on 94 tracked contracts, Town of Deer Isle spends most on Capital Projects (54), Grants (15), Public Works (14), Environmental Services (7), and County Taxes (4). Contract types include HEALTHCARE, FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Deer Isle's current vendors?
Town of Deer Isle currently works with vendors including HOSPICE OF HANCOCK COUNTY, WIC, HANCOCK COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION, MMA INSURANCE, ACAP / DOWNEAST COMMUNITY PARTNERS, ISLAND INSTITUTE, NATIONAL RENEWABLE ENERGY LAB, NORTHERN LIGHT HOMECARE, HEALTHY ISLAND PROJECT, and EAST AREA AGENCY AGING. These vendors span contract types like HEALTHCARE, FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does Town of Deer Isle have?
Town of Deer Isle currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (54), Grants (15), and Public Works (14). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ME's state portal, and other sources.