Town of Guilford bids, RFPs and contracts
MainePop. 1,285 · townofguilford.com- Latest contract
- Jan 8, 2013
- 13 years ago
- Contracts
- 11
- 8 vendors
- Decision makers
- 3
- Population
- 1,285
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Darling Ford for darling Ford wins police vehicle bid (Jan 2013) and KNOWLESCAPE for knowlescape awarded cemetery maintenance bid for $12,000 ($12,000.00, Jan 2013).
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Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Guilford buys from, taken from council records. 11 contracts with 8 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Guilford.
Questions about Town of Guilford
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Guilford?
Town of Guilford currently works with 8 vendors across contract types including Vehicle, Cemetery maintenance, Audit Services, Snow Plowing, and Paving. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 3 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 Guilford?
Small purchases under ME's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (26), Public Works (6), and Grants (4), 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 Guilford publish RFPs?
Town of Guilford publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ME's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Guilford?
At Town of Guilford, 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 Solid Waste, Building & Inspections, and Fire. 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 3 decision-makers at Town of Guilford.
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What does Town of Guilford spend the most on?
Based on 40 tracked contracts, Town of Guilford spends most on Capital Projects (26), Public Works (6), Grants (4), Environmental Services (2), and Public Health (2). Contract types include Vehicle, Cemetery maintenance, Audit Services, Snow Plowing, and Paving. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Guilford's current vendors?
Town of Guilford currently works with vendors including DARLING FORD, KNOWLESCAPE, HOLLINGSWORTH ASSOCIATES, HALEY CONSTRUCTION, PIKE INDUSTRIES INC., PATTERSON BROTHERS, ABBOT & PARKMAN, and NORTRAX. These vendors span contract types like Vehicle, Cemetery maintenance, Audit Services, Snow Plowing, and Paving. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.