Town of Solon bids, RFPs and contracts
MainePop. 1,008 · solon.maine.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 2, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 4
- Bids and RFPs
- 16
- Contracts
- 179
- 109 vendors
The 30-second brief
4 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Solon's meetings, most in equipment and information technology. The latest, from Sep 2: Equipment Downtime Due to Coolant Issue.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Equipment.
Latest awards: Waste Management for solon Plans Additional Waste Management Disposal Trips (Sep 2026) and MMA for board to act on MMA executive committee ballot (Jun 2026).
4 pre-RFPs tracked at Town of Solon. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Solon's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Solon has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Solon buys from, taken from council records. 179 contracts with 109 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Solon.
Questions about Town of Solon
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Solon?
Town of Solon currently works with 109 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 13 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 Solon?
Small purchases under ME's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Solon include Town of Solon — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Solon — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Solon — 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 Solon publish RFPs?
Town of Solon publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ME's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 16 solicitations from Town of Solon. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Equipment. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Solon?
At Town of Solon, 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 Animal Welfare, Selectmen, Assessors & Overseers of the Poor, Code Enforcement, 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 13 decision-makers at Town of Solon.
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What does Town of Solon spend the most on?
Based on 424 tracked contracts, Town of Solon spends most on Capital Projects (123), Public Works (109), Equipment (87), Infrastructure & Maintenance (67), and Grants (38). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Solon's current vendors?
Town of Solon currently works with vendors including WASTE MANAGEMENT, MMA, A.E. HODSDON ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS, BOB'S CASH FUEL, SJ ROLLINS, and AE HODSON ENGINEERING. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, and TECHNOLOGY. 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 Solon working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, Town of Solon is actively discussing: Town of Solon — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Solon — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Solon — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Solon Selectmen Meeting: Finance, Infrastructure, and Agreements Reviewed, and Solon Board of Selectmen Meeting: Dept. Reports, Warrants, New Business. 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 Solon have?
Town of Solon currently has 16 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (123), Public Works (109), and Equipment (87). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ME's state portal, and other sources.