Grant FundingCapital ProjectsDetected Jun 17, 2026

York Water District’s Assistant Superintendent presented a proposal to conduct Phase I and II of a groundwater exploration study within the district’s watershed to identify modest groundwater sources to augment Chase’s Pond during peak demand. The Board voted unanimously on May 20, 2026 to proceed with the study and to apply for a Capacity Development Grant from the Maine Drinking Water Program to help fund the work. This indicates an upcoming procurement for hydrogeologic investigation, test wells, and related engineering or environmental services, contingent on grant approval.Vendors that provide groundwater exploration, well siting, drilling, hydrogeology, modeling, and permitting support could position now by helping the district scope the study, structure the grant application, and plan next steps once funding is awarded.

The study’s goal is to supplement Chase’s Pond during peak demand, suggesting long-term source diversification and potential follow-on design and construction if groundwater is viable.

York Water DistrictGroundwater exploration study and grant application for watershed supply

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Capital plan & early discussion

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What is a pre-RFP signal?

A pre-RFP signal is an early indicator that a government agency is planning a purchase — a project discussed in a board meeting, a budget line item, a new hire, or a grant award — captured before a formal RFP or bid is published. Acting on signals gives SLED and B2G vendors months of lead time to build relationships and shape requirements.

When will York Water District issue an RFP for this project?

Pre-RFP signals typically surface 6–18 months before a formal solicitation is published. Civic IQ tracks York Water District's meeting records, agendas, and budgets continuously and updates this signal as the project moves through the buying cycle toward an RFP.

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