City of Caribou Building Demolition Services RFP 2026 - 103 Water St
City of CaribouCity · Caribou, ME- Due
- Aug 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Penny Thompson
- (207) 493-3324
The 30-second brief
The City of Caribou is seeking proposals for the complete structural demolition and site clearance of a building located at 103 Water St, Caribou, Maine. A critical site constraint involves a foundation wall that structurally supports an adjacent railbed, requiring extreme care and stabilization during demolition, excavation, and backfilling. The scope includes permitting coordination with Maine DOT, utility disconnections, on-site concrete burial (subject to depth and size requirements), and site restoration with a stable 2:1 slope. Bidders must provide a lump-sum price and unit pricing for fill overages. Proposals are due by August 7, 2026, with work expected to commence by September 15, 2026, and conclude by September 30, 2026.
Lump Sum Price, Unit Pricing for Fill Overages, Timeline, Proof of Insurance
Ability to meet strict timeline, Total project cost and unit price fairness, Contractor qualifications and experience with sensitive infrastructure, Completeness of submission
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Summary
The City of Caribou is seeking proposals for the complete structural demolition and site clearance of a building located at 103 Water St, Caribou, Maine.
A critical site constraint involves a foundation wall that structurally supports an adjacent railbed, requiring extreme care and stabilization during demolition, excavation, and backfilling. The scope includes permitting coordination with Maine DOT, utility disconnections, on-site concrete burial (subject to depth and size requirements), and site restoration with a stable 2:1 slope. Bidders must provide a lump-sum price and unit pricing for fill overages. Proposals are due by August 7, 2026, with work expected to commence by September 15, 2026, and conclude by September 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Ability to meet strict timeline
- Total project cost and unit price fairness
- Contractor qualifications and experience with sensitive infrastructure
- Completeness of submission
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Lump Sum Price
- Unit Pricing for Fill Overages
- Timeline
- Proof of Insurance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certificate of Insurance (COI)
- Submit to
- 25 High Street, Caribou, ME 04736
- Scope location
- Caribou, ME
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Caribou?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 7, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 25 High Street, Caribou, ME 04736. For questions, contact Penny Thompson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Caribou in ME, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Penny Thompson at (207) 493-3324. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Lump Sum Price, Unit Pricing for Fill Overages, Timeline, Proof of Insurance. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Ability to meet strict timeline, Total project cost and unit price fairness, Contractor qualifications and experience with sensitive infrastructure, Completeness of submission" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Caribou?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Caribou are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Caribou regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Certificate of Insurance (COI). Review the full document from City of Caribou for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Caribou, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.