Town of Hampden bids, RFPs and contracts
Hampden, MainePop. 8,078 · hampdenmaine.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 2, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 78
- 14 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 25
- Contracts
- 1,796
- 752 vendors
The 30-second brief
78 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Hampden's meetings, most in public works and public safety. The latest, from Nov 2: On September 28, 2026, the town's bridge engineering consultant, Ben Toothaker, briefed the council on the deteriorating Manning Mill Bridge and three permanent alternatives. The options were a prefabricated Acrow truss bridge for about $1.5 million, a new galvanized steel girder and open-grid deck bridge for $1.4 million, or a 4,700-foot gravel connector road to Emerson Mill Road for $1.3 million. The consultant said temporary shoring was underway and that construction timing, access, and procurement delays were still being weighed. The council discussed the options but did not select one in this record.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: New England Waste Services of Maine Inc for hampden Sets Hearing On Pine Tree Landfill Upgrades (Nov 2026) and Housing Foundation/roe Village for council To Abate Overbilled Service Charges For ROE Village ($28,032.81, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Hampden's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Hampden has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Hampden buys from, taken from council records. 1,796 contracts with 752 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Hampden.
Questions about Town of Hampden
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Hampden?
Town of Hampden currently works with 752 vendors across contract types including OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 28 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 Hampden?
Small purchases under ME's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Hampden include Town of Hampden — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Hampden — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Hampden — 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 Town of Hampden publish RFPs?
Town of Hampden publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ME's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 25 solicitations from Town of Hampden. 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 Hampden?
At Town of Hampden, 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 City Council. 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 28 decision-makers at Town of Hampden.
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What does Town of Hampden spend the most on?
Based on 2,187 tracked contracts, Town of Hampden spends most on Capital Projects (1,140), Public Works (575), Environmental Services (186), Grants (179), and Recreation & Community Services (107). Contract types include OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Hampden's current vendors?
Town of Hampden currently works with vendors including NEW ENGLAND WASTE SERVICES OF MAINE INC, HOUSING FOUNDATION/ROE VILLAGE, COMMUNITY HOUSING OF MAINE, OHI, NEW COMMUNITIES, HOUSING FOUNDATION, OHI (143 PATTERSON RD.), OHI (35 GEORGE ST.), and ROCHESTER MOTORSPORTS. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Hampden working on?
Based on 6 tracked meetings, Town of Hampden is actively discussing: Town of Hampden — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Hampden — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Hampden — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Hampden Council Approves USF Contract, Discusses County Budget Impact, and Hampden Town Council Meeting: FY26 Stormwater Expenditure & Project Awards. 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 Hampden have?
Town of Hampden currently has 25 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,140), Public Works (575), and Environmental Services (186). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ME's state portal, and other sources.