Town of Vinalhaven bids, RFPs and contracts
MainePop. 1,254 · townofvinalhaven.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 23 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 23
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 258
- 164 vendors
The 30-second brief
23 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Vinalhaven's meetings, most in capital projects and utilities. The latest, from Oct 14: The planning board is scheduled to review a repair and rebuild of a storm damaged pier at 389 Tip Toe Mountain Rd. The item is tabled and still needs Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) approval. This is a private shoreline construction job with a clear rebuild scope and permitting dependency, so contractors and marine structure specialists may want to track the next hearing.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Fox Island Wind for fox Island Wind Update Presented (Sep 2026) and Fox Islands Wind for fox Islands Wind Plans Renewable Energy Land Lease (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Vinalhaven's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Vinalhaven has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Vinalhaven buys from, taken from council records. 258 contracts with 164 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Vinalhaven.
Questions about Town of Vinalhaven
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Vinalhaven?
Town of Vinalhaven currently works with 164 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, STAFFING, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 112 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 Vinalhaven?
Small purchases under ME's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Vinalhaven include Town of Vinalhaven — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Vinalhaven — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Vinalhaven — 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 Vinalhaven publish RFPs?
Town of Vinalhaven publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ME's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Town of Vinalhaven. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Vinalhaven?
At Town of Vinalhaven, 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 Human Services, Solid Waste, Parks & Recreation, Cemetery, and Police. 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 112 decision-makers at Town of Vinalhaven.
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What does Town of Vinalhaven spend the most on?
Based on 601 tracked contracts, Town of Vinalhaven spends most on Capital Projects (372), Public Works (87), Grants (62), Environmental Services (41), and Public Safety (39). Contract types include OTHER, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, STAFFING, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Vinalhaven's current vendors?
Town of Vinalhaven currently works with vendors including FOX ISLAND WIND, FOX ISLANDS WIND, JBI, DCS LLC, FOX ISLANDS ELECTRIC, MIDCOAST COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS, NBRC, B&L, and NEW BEGINNINGS PAINTING. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, STAFFING, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Vinalhaven working on?
Based on 14 tracked meetings, Town of Vinalhaven is actively discussing: Town of Vinalhaven — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Vinalhaven — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Vinalhaven — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Vinalhaven Planning Board Meeting Summary: Approvals & Project Updates, and Vinalhaven Planning Board: Land Use, Permits, and Construction Projects. 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 Vinalhaven have?
Town of Vinalhaven currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (372), Public Works (87), and Grants (62). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ME's state portal, and other sources.