Town of China bids, RFPs and contracts
MainePop. 4,636 · chinamaine.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 21, 2026
- 43 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 8
- Bids and RFPs
- 6
- None open now
- Contracts
- 211
- 141 vendors
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8 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of China's meetings, most in environmental services and transportation. The latest, from Sep 21: Town Evaluating Website Replacement Platforms and Pricing.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Legal & Compliance and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: REARDON for china Awards Thurston Park Trail Work to Reardon ($38,238, Sep 2026) and Varney's Chevrolet for china Approves $61,884 Truck Purchase from Varney's ($61,884, Sep 2026).
8 pre-RFPs tracked at Town of China. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of China's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of China has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of China buys from, taken from council records. 211 contracts with 141 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of China.
Questions about Town of China
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of China?
Town of China currently works with 141 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 15 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 China?
Small purchases under ME's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of China include China Planning Board Meeting: Rolfe Cannabis Application & Ordinance Review, and China Town Meeting Approves Key Financial Measures and Policy Changes, 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 China publish RFPs?
Town of China publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ME's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 6 solicitations from Town of China. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Legal & Compliance, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of China?
At Town of China, 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 Select Board, China, Human Services, Animal Control, and Administration. 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 15 decision-makers at Town of China.
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What does Town of China spend the most on?
Based on 212 tracked contracts, Town of China spends most on Capital Projects (109), Legal & Compliance (43), Environmental Services (29), Administration & Finance (16), and Public Works (15). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of China's current vendors?
Town of China currently works with vendors including REARDON, VARNEY'S CHEVROLET, CATALIS, TOWN CLOUD, WASTE MANAGEMENT, HOULE'S PLUMBING & HEATING, SANCTUARY TRAIL WORKS, BAR HARBOR BANK & TRUST, COMMUNITY TRAIL BUILDERS, and SANCTUARY TRAILBLAZERS. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. 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 China working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, Town of China is actively discussing: China Planning Board Meeting: Rolfe Cannabis Application & Ordinance Review, and China Town Meeting Approves Key Financial Measures and Policy Changes. 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 China have?
Town of China currently has 6 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (109), Legal & Compliance (43), and Environmental Services (29). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ME's state portal, and other sources.