Portland Water District (ME) bids, RFPs and contracts
Portland, Mainepwd.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 9, 2026
- Pre-RFPs
- 56
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 8
- None open now
- Contracts
- 354
- 153 vendors
The 30-second brief
56 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Portland Water District (ME)'s meetings, most in utilities and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Nov 9: Water District Board Evaluating Proposed Capital Improvement Plan.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: SYNAGRO ($1,500,000, Oct 2026) and Portland Water Constructors for portland Water Constructors Not Selected for Biosolids (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Portland Water District (ME)'s meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Portland Water District (ME) has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Portland Water District (ME) buys from, taken from council records. 354 contracts with 153 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Portland Water District (ME).
Questions about Portland Water District (ME)
How do I become an approved vendor for Portland Water District (ME)?
Portland Water District (ME) currently works with 153 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 4 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 Portland Water District (ME)?
Small purchases under ME's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Portland Water District (ME) include Portland Water District (ME) — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Portland Water District (ME) — 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 Portland Water District (ME) publish RFPs?
Portland Water District (ME) publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ME's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 solicitations from Portland Water District (ME). 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 Portland Water District (ME)?
At Portland Water District (ME), purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Procurement. 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 4 decision-makers at Portland Water District (ME).
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What does Portland Water District (ME) spend the most on?
Based on 490 tracked contracts, Portland Water District (ME) spends most on Capital Projects (292), Public Works (100), Environmental Services (47), Infrastructure & Maintenance (26), and Professional Services (25). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Portland Water District (ME)'s current vendors?
Portland Water District (ME) currently works with vendors including SYNAGRO, PORTLAND WATER CONSTRUCTORS, PC CONSTRUCTION, JACOBS, HAZEN & SAWYER, CITY OF PORTLAND (COP), MAINE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES, and GOOD GROUP DECISIONS. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Portland Water District (ME) working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, Portland Water District (ME) is actively discussing: Portland Water District (ME) — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Portland Water District (ME) — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026). 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 Portland Water District (ME) have?
Portland Water District (ME) currently has 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (292), Public Works (100), and Environmental Services (47). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ME's state portal, and other sources.