School Administrative District 55 bids, RFPs and contracts
Hiram, Maine996 students · sad55.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 24 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 11
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 10
- None open now
- Contracts
- 19
- 16 vendors
The 30-second brief
11 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in School Administrative District 55's meetings, most in education & training and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 14: Special Education Director Role in Transition.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Grants.
Latest awards: Barsanti, Jenilee (Apr 2026) and SAFESCHOOLS for safeSchools Provides SDS Training To MSAD 55 (Sep 2025).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in School Administrative District 55's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations School Administrative District 55 has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who School Administrative District 55 buys from, taken from council records. 19 contracts with 16 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at School Administrative District 55.
Questions about School Administrative District 55
How do I become an approved vendor for School Administrative District 55?
School Administrative District 55 currently works with 16 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, Training, Service, EQUIPMENT, and Grant. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 17 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 School Administrative District 55?
Small purchases under ME's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at School Administrative District 55 include School Administrative District 55 — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), School Administrative District 55 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and MSAD 55 District Highlights: Weight Room Bids, Grants & Turkey Trots, 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 School Administrative District 55 publish RFPs?
School Administrative District 55 publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ME's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 10 solicitations from School Administrative District 55. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at School Administrative District 55?
At School Administrative District 55, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. Key departments include M.s.a.d. #55, City Clerk, Special Education, Curriculum & Instruction, and Transportation Services. 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 17 decision-makers at School Administrative District 55.
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What does School Administrative District 55 spend the most on?
Based on 187 tracked contracts, School Administrative District 55 spends most on Capital Projects (85), Education & Training (38), Grants (26), Transportation (21), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (17). Contract types include SUPPLIES, Training, Service, EQUIPMENT, and Grant. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are School Administrative District 55's current vendors?
School Administrative District 55 currently works with vendors including BARSANTI, JENILEE, SAFESCHOOLS, MASTER ELECTRICIAN, BERLIN CITY, SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER, SACOPEE VALLEY HEALTH, RC MCLUCAS TRUCKING, LEDGEMERE, and HOLLY MORIN. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, Training, Service, EQUIPMENT, and Grant. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is School Administrative District 55 working on?
Based on 7 tracked meetings, School Administrative District 55 is actively discussing: School Administrative District 55 — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), School Administrative District 55 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), MSAD 55 District Highlights: Weight Room Bids, Grants & Turkey Trots, MSAD 55 - Seeks Bids for Sacopee Valley HS Weight Room Building Addition, and Sacopee Valley School Board Meeting: Approvals, Policies, and Appointments. 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 School Administrative District 55 have?
School Administrative District 55 currently has 10 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (85), Education & Training (38), and Grants (26). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ME's state portal, and other sources.