Maine Department of Transportation Snow Plowing and Ice Control Services - US Route 1 Arundel - 2026
Maine Department of Transportation | State of MaineState · Augusta, ME- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- George Macdougall
- (207) 624-3353
The 30-second brief
The Maine Department of Transportation seeks bids for snow plowing, ice control, and anti-icing operations on U.S. Route 1, beginning at the Arundel/Kennebunk town line (MP 26.69) and extending northerly to the Arundel/Biddeford town line (MP 31.02) for a total distance of 4.33 centerline miles (8.86 lane miles). The scope of work involves utilizing calibrated equipment, snow plows with wings, material application equipment, salt, winter sand, and liquid chlorides to maintain safe winter road conditions. The initial term of the contract is for three years, beginning October 15, 2026, or upon execution, and ending May 1, 2029, with potential annual extensions up to five additional years. Bids are due by November 4, 2026, at 11:00 A.M., and may be submitted electronically via Bid Express or as paper bids delivered to MaineDOT, 24 Child Street, Augusta, Maine.
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Summary
The Maine Department of Transportation seeks bids for snow plowing, ice control, and anti-icing operations on U.S. Route 1, beginning at the Arundel/Kennebunk town line (MP 26.69) and extending northerly to the Arundel/Biddeford town line (MP 31.02) for a total distance of 4.33 centerline miles (8.86 lane miles).
The scope of work involves utilizing calibrated equipment, snow plows with wings, material application equipment, salt, winter sand, and liquid chlorides to maintain safe winter road conditions. The initial term of the contract is for three years, beginning October 15, 2026, or upon execution, and ending May 1, 2029, with potential annual extensions up to five additional years. Bids are due by November 4, 2026, at 11:00 A.M., and may be submitted electronically via Bid Express or as paper bids delivered to MaineDOT, 24 Child Street, Augusta, Maine.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive bidder
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Notice to Contractors, Completed Acknowledgement of Bid Amendments form, Completed and signed Bid for Snow Plowing and Ice Control form, Two copies of the completed and signed Contract for Snow Plowing and Ice Control form, Insurance certificate
- Submit to
- www.bidexpress.com or MaineDOT, 24 Child Street, Augusta, ME
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Arundel, ME
- Reported agency
- Maine Department of Transportation
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Maine Department of Transportation | State of Maine?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.bidexpress.com or MaineDOT, 24 Child Street, Augusta, ME. For questions, contact George Macdougall.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Maine Department of Transportation | State of Maine 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 Bid 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 George Macdougall at (207) 624-3353. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Lowest responsive bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 4, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Notice to Contractors, Completed Acknowledgement of Bid Amendments form, Completed and signed Bid for Snow Plowing and Ice Control form, Two copies of the completed and signed Contract for Snow Plowin. Review the full document from Maine Department of Transportation | State of Maine for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Arundel, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.