Town of Durham bids, RFPs and contracts
MainePop. 4,399 · durhammaine.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 4, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 76
- 18 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,103
- 391 vendors
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76 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Durham's meetings, most in legal & compliance and information technology. The latest, from Nov 4: The Bassett final-plan packet proposed NFPA 13D residential sprinklers in the new dwelling on Lot 2 and a T-shaped turnaround with ditch, shoulder, and crown improvements on Winters Way. The draft conditions tied those items to road-waiver findings and a conditional agreement restricting lot conveyance and building permits until the work was completed. Decision state: vote scheduled.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: OPENAI for durham Continues OpenAI Planning Automation Development (Nov 2026) and GPCOG for durham Continues Agriculture-Energy Study With GPCOG (Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Durham's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Durham has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Durham buys from, taken from council records. 1,103 contracts with 391 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Durham.
Questions about Town of Durham
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Durham?
Town of Durham currently works with 391 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, CONSULTING, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 11 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 Town of Durham?
Small purchases under ME's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Durham include Town of Durham — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Durham — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Durham — 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 Town of Durham publish RFPs?
Town of Durham publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ME's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from Town of Durham. 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 Town of Durham?
At Town of Durham, 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 Administration, Transportation Services, Solid Waste, Town Manager, and Public Works. 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 11 decision-makers at Town of Durham.
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What does Town of Durham spend the most on?
Based on 701 tracked contracts, Town of Durham spends most on Capital Projects (352), Public Works (123), Environmental Services (116), Legal & Compliance (57), and Grants (53). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, CONSULTING, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Durham's current vendors?
Town of Durham currently works with vendors including OPENAI, GPCOG, BEN ALPREN MACHINE, PRETI FLAHERTY BELIVEAU & PACHIOS LLP, COMSTAR, PINE TREE WASTE, ADEPT SCREEN PRINTING, MID COAST TRUCK REPAIR, EVERON LLC, and HARRIS COMPUTER CORPORATION. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, CONSULTING, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Town of Durham working on?
Based on 17 tracked meetings, Town of Durham is actively discussing: Town of Durham — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Durham — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Durham — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Durham Planning Board to Review Greystone Ridge Subdivision Project, and Durham Solid Waste Committee Meeting: Strategy & Cost Analysis. 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 Town of Durham have?
Town of Durham currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (352), Public Works (123), and Environmental Services (116). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ME's state portal, and other sources.