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Maine government bids, RFPs and contracts

Maine
Open bids
6+
1 due this week
Pre-RFPs
303
12 this month
Agencies
2,100
Projects
733
In 16 counties
1 bid due this weekNov 6

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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF

What's planned

Capital Projects, Grants and Parks & Recreation lead the 303 pre-RFPs Civic IQ has found in Maine council minutes and budgets.

Who's buying

Town of Howland, Aroostook County and City of Ellsworth have the most open bids right now.

What's due

1 bid closes this week. Next up: County of Aroostook - Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) Services RFP - 2026, Aroostook County, due Nov 6, 2026.

Bids closing soon

6+ open across 5 agencies, soonest deadline first.

What Maine agencies are planning

Upcoming projects, grants and hiring found in council minutes and budget hearings, before the solicitation.

OpportunitySouth Portland is preparing a November 2026 bond referendum for new Police Headquarters and Central Fire Station facilities totaling about $88.6M in anticipated project cost. Schematic design is complete, and Colliers has provided a detailed budget showing building, sitework, escalation, FF&E, professional services, and contingencies. Council still must authorize the bond, and construction contracts have not yet been bid. Contractors, FF&E vendors, technology providers, and specialty subs can engage with the city and design team now as they refine scope, phasing, and bid packaging.City of South Portland · Jul 21, 2026$88,600,000OpportunityMaine DEP has told Wiscasset it cannot receive Clean Water SRF funds to keep its wastewater plant at Cow Island, so the town must relocate the WWTF out of the floodplain. A $60.5M relocation (central pump station, force main, new site and plant) appears on the draft FFY 2026 CWSRF list with up to a $10M low-interest loan offer and no principal forgiveness. Engineering, funding, and program-management vendors can help refine scope, pursue financing, and prepare for future design-build procurement.Town of Wiscasset · Jun 16, 2026$60,500,000OpportunityGray Village Transformation Project preliminary engineering and design, including 202 and Yarmouth Road realignments, traffic signal interconnection, and active transportation infrastructure.Town of Gray · Oct 14, 2026$40,000,000OpportunitySole Multifamily Housing Project, a 72-unit residential building with three ground-floor commercial spaces, seeking TIF funding.City of Lewiston · Aug 5, 2026$31,000,000299 more pre-RFPs matched to you in a free digestGet matches free →

Recent projects and awards in Maine

Contract awards and project updates from public meetings, largest and newest first.

Construction contract award for the Merrill Lane extension project (Hancock County Judicial Center)Contract Award · City of Ellsworth · Hancock County · Oct 7, 2026$1,633,545Clinical mental health partnership and thorough evaluation of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) for behavioral health, funded by a five-year SAS grant.Contract Award · Airline Community School District · Hancock County · Sep 15, 2026$1,000,000Licensing the Teamworks athletic software suite for a 10-year term to support operations and direct pay for student-athletes.Contract Award · University of Maine System | State of Maine · Penobscot County · Aug 27, 2026$1,550,000Construction of a vehicle service road and COS taxi lane at Sanford Seacoast Regional Airport.Contract Award · City of Sanford · York County · Aug 19, 2026$15,917,110,000Snow removal contract for Mayfield and Brighton Plantation roads.Contract Award · Somerset County · Somerset County · Sep 3, 2026$936,838The Town Council is authorizing up to $3,000,000 in tax anticipation borrowing for FY27 and awarding the Tax Anticipation Note to Bangor Savings Bank. The TAN will mature by June 30, 2027 and is designated as a tax-exempt obligation under federal law. This gives insight into Bucksport’s banking partner and credit needs, which can matter for firms offering treasury, financial advisory, or investment services as the Town manages cash flow and debt.Contract Award · Town of Bucksport · Hancock County · Jul 16, 2026$3,000,000424 more Maine projects matched to you in a free digestGet matches free →

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Government agencies in Maine

2,100 agencies tracked, with procurement data, contacts and vendors.

Questions about Maine

How do I find government contracts in Maine?

There are 733 tracked government projects across 2,100 agencies in 16 Maine counties. The most active procurement sectors include Capital Projects, Public Works, and Equipment. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFPs from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts, all in one place. Filter by county, sector, or agency to find the most relevant opportunities.

Which counties have the most procurement activity in Maine?

The counties with the most government procurement activity in Maine are: Cumberland County (149 projects), York County (90 projects), Kennebec County (70 projects), Penobscot County (67 projects), and Hancock County (57 projects). These counties represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFPs in the state. You can drill into any county to see active projects, agency contacts, and competitive intelligence, focusing your business development on the highest-opportunity areas.

What types of agencies issue RFPs in Maine?

Government agencies across Maine that issue RFPs include Cities & Towns, School Districts, Housing Authorities, County Governments, Special Districts, and Government Agencies. With 2,100 agencies tracked across 16 counties, Maine has a diverse procurement landscape. Each agency manages its own RFP process and vendor relationships independently.

How do I bid on Maine government projects?

To bid on government projects in Maine, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in ME publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, there are 733 tracked projects across Maine. The key advantage is getting in early. Pre-RFPs from board meetings can surface 6–18 months before RFPs go live, giving you time to build relationships while projects are still being scoped.

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What sectors are most active in Maine?

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Maine are: Capital Projects (142 projects), Public Works (80 projects), Equipment (70 projects), Public Safety (54 projects), and Professional Services (53 projects). Across 27 active sectors statewide, Detailed breakdowns by sector, county, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics across the state.

Who are the key decision-makers in Maine?

Procurement decisions in Maine are made by individual agency leaders such as city managers, county administrators, school superintendents, and department heads, across 2,100 agencies in 16 counties. Each agency has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Maine agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

How active is procurement in Maine right now?

Maine is actively procuring. 85 new projects have been surfaced in the last 90 days across the state's 16 counties. The most active sectors recently include Capital Projects, Public Works, and Equipment. This level of activity means new opportunities surface regularly. Real-time alerts ensure you never miss a window, whether it's a pre-RFP discussion at a school board meeting or a formal solicitation from a county government.

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