Town of Dayton bids, RFPs and contracts
MainePop. 2,182 · dayton-me.gov- Latest contract
- Feb 9, 2026
- 9 months ago
- Bids and RFPs
- 6
- None open now
- Contracts
- 42
- 35 vendors
- Decision makers
- 14
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Maine Municipal Association for MMA 2026 Membership Invoice Issued to Dayton ($3,905.42, Feb 2026) and GMFR for GMFR capital funds released for gear washer purchase ($8,000.00, Dec 2025).
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Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Dayton has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Dayton buys from, taken from council records. 42 contracts with 35 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Dayton.
Questions about Town of Dayton
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Dayton?
Town of Dayton currently works with 35 vendors across contract types including INSURANCE, Service, TRANSPORTATION, EQUIPMENT, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 14 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 Dayton?
Small purchases under ME's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Dayton include Town of Dayton — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Dayton — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Dayton Select Board Meeting: Roads, Budget, Transfer Station Collaboration, 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 Dayton publish RFPs?
Town of Dayton publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ME's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 6 solicitations from Town of Dayton. 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 Town of Dayton?
At Town of Dayton, 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 Fire, Building & Inspections, City Manager, Treasurer, and Treasurer/selectmen Clerk. 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 14 decision-makers at Town of Dayton.
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What does Town of Dayton spend the most on?
Based on 99 tracked contracts, Town of Dayton spends most on Capital Projects (37), Public Works (34), Environmental Services (12), Administration & Finance (10), and Grants (6). Contract types include INSURANCE, Service, TRANSPORTATION, EQUIPMENT, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Dayton's current vendors?
Town of Dayton currently works with vendors including MAINE MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATION, GMFR, EVERGREEN AIR, CASELLA, FISHER JAMES, GOODWINS MILLS CEMETERY ASSOCIATION, ECOMAINE, DEARBORN, and ECO MAINE. These vendors span contract types like INSURANCE, Service, TRANSPORTATION, EQUIPMENT, and OTHER. 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 Dayton working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, Town of Dayton is actively discussing: Town of Dayton — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Dayton — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Dayton Select Board Meeting: Roads, Budget, Transfer Station Collaboration, and Dayton Considers Options for Curbside Trash & Recycling Service Contract. 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 Dayton have?
Town of Dayton currently has 6 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (37), Public Works (34), and Environmental Services (12). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ME's state portal, and other sources.