Town of Machias, Town of Machias, ME·City
The Town of Machias is requesting sealed bids for paving work on Short Street (315' x 22') and Water Street (900' x 22'). Bids are due by August 26, 2026, at the Machias Town Office.
Town reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids and to accept the bids deemed to be in the best interest of the Town.
Paving of approximately 315 ft x 22 ft on Short Street and approximately 900 ft x 22 ft on Water Street.
Sealed bid, envelope marked RFP – Short Street Paving or RFP – Water Street Paving
Qualified contractors
Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 26, 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: Machias Town Office, 17 Stackpole Dr, P.O. Box 418, Machias, ME 04654. For questions, contact Town Office.
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Town reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids and to accept the bids deemed to be in the best interest of the Town." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Based on the posted deadline of August 26, 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.
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: Sealed bid, envelope marked RFP – Short Street Paving or RFP – Water Street Paving. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Town of Machias for the complete list.
Most government agencies, including Town of Machias 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.
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.
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Town Office at (207) 255-6621. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Machias, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Qualified contractors. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Paving of approximately 315 ft x 22 ft on Short Street and approximately 900 ft x 22 ft on Water Street.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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