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South Portland Public Schools bids, RFPs and contracts

South Portland Public Schools logoSouth Portland, Maine
Latest contract
Aug 12, 2025
15 months ago
Bids and RFPs
2
None open now
Contracts
276
190 vendors
Decision makers
614

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Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations South Portland Public Schools has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who South Portland Public Schools buys from, taken from council records. 276 contracts with 190 vendors.

AFSCME LOCAL 481AFSCME Local #481 three-year collective bargaining agreement approved · Aug 12$227,659.00
THOMAS SIMPSON MOORING SERVICETom Simpson awarded Pier Building Lease · Jun 17$1,001.00
LADY SHUCKERSLady Shuckers Awarded Lease for Willard Beach · May 20$4,000
SOUTH PORTLAND SCHOOLSApproved $5M School Department Student & Staff Support Budget · May 6$5,071,927
SOUTH PORTLAND SCHOOLSApproved $2.8M School Department Transportation Budget · May 6$2,830,679

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at South Portland Public Schools.

Questions about South Portland Public Schools

How do I become an approved vendor for South Portland Public Schools?

South Portland Public Schools currently works with 190 vendors across contract types including Collective Bargaining Agreement, Lease, and Funding. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 614 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 South Portland Public Schools?

Small purchases under ME's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at South Portland Public Schools include South Portland Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), South Portland Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and South Portland City Council Meeting: Zoning, Vending, and Procurement, 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 South Portland Public Schools publish RFPs?

South Portland Public Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ME's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from South Portland Public Schools. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at South Portland Public Schools?

At South Portland Public Schools, 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 Skillin. 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 614 decision-makers at South Portland Public Schools.

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What does South Portland Public Schools spend the most on?

Based on procurement patterns for this type of school, South Portland Public Schools frequently awards contracts for educational supplies, facilities maintenance, transportation services, technology infrastructure, and food services. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are South Portland Public Schools's current vendors?

South Portland Public Schools currently works with vendors including AFSCME LOCAL 481, THOMAS SIMPSON MOORING SERVICE, LADY SHUCKERS, and SOUTH PORTLAND SCHOOLS. These vendors span contract types like Collective Bargaining Agreement, Lease, and Funding. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is South Portland Public Schools working on?

Based on 11 tracked meetings, South Portland Public Schools is actively discussing: South Portland Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), South Portland Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), South Portland City Council Meeting: Zoning, Vending, and Procurement, South Portland City Council Meeting: Approvals, Appointments, Policy Updates, and City Council Meeting Summary: FY26 Budget, New Fees, and Development Approvals. 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 South Portland Public Schools have?

South Portland Public Schools currently has 2 active solicitations. New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ME's state portal, and other sources.

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