Caribou Utilities District bids, RFPs and contracts
Caribou, Mainecariboumaine.org/caribouutilities- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 10
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 65
- 36 vendors
The 30-second brief
10 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Caribou Utilities District's meetings, most in information technology and equipment. The latest, from Oct 14: The cybersecurity audit discussed in August remained queued with the Maine Drinking Water Program and U.S. Army National Guard specialists. An onsite assessment was scheduled for November 5, 2026, with an out-brief requested for November 6. Staff also met with Bob Sowers and Chuck Kelley to review PLC and SCADA systems, and broad recommendations were already implemented. The remaining value is in follow-on cybersecurity or controls work if gaps are identified.
Equipment leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Katahdin Trust for district Plans Vote on Katahdin Trust Visa Increase ($30,000 account limit, Oct 2026) and Soderberg Construction for soderberg Construction Advances River Crossing Project (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Caribou Utilities District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Caribou Utilities District buys from, taken from council records. 65 contracts with 36 vendors.
Questions about Caribou Utilities District
How do I become an approved vendor for Caribou Utilities District?
Caribou Utilities District currently works with 36 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSULTING. 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 Caribou Utilities District?
Small purchases under ME's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Equipment (6), Grants (4), and Information Technology (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 Caribou Utilities District publish RFPs?
Caribou Utilities District 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 Caribou Utilities District?
At Caribou Utilities District, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. 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 Caribou Utilities District spend the most on?
Based on 18 tracked contracts, Caribou Utilities District spends most on Equipment (6), Grants (4), Information Technology (4), Administration & Finance (2), and Capital Projects (2). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Caribou Utilities District's current vendors?
Caribou Utilities District currently works with vendors including KATAHDIN TRUST, SODERBERG CONSTRUCTION, SOWERS, BOB, UNDERWOOD ELECTRIC, DIRIGO ENGINEERING, MAINE MUNICIPAL BOND BANK, KELLEY, CHUCK, COUNTY ELECTRIC, and R.L. TODD & SON. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSULTING. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.