Contracts & procurement in Maine local government
What Maine city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about contracts & procurement — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
298 Maine meetings since 2024 covered contracts & procurement. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Maine with the most contracts & procurement activity
- Biddeford, ME (128)
- Bangor, ME (38)
- Cumberland County, ME (21)
- Sanford, ME (17)
- Portland, ME (16)
- Mount Desert, ME (13)
- Scarborough Public Schools, ME (10)
- Waldo County, ME (8)
- Skowhegan, ME (7)
- Winthrop, ME (6)
- Orrington, ME (4)
- Eastport, ME (4)
Latest matching meetings
HPC to review remodeling of 12 Pearl Street for residential use
The Historic Preservation Commission will review two applications: an expansion at 11 Smalls Court by Aiden Lane and a remodeling at 12 Pearl Street by Coastal Oaks for residential use. The commission will also consider approval of minutes from the June 10, 2026 meeting.
Board to vote on opioid settlement spending and sheriff contracts
The Board of Commissioners will vote on using opioid settlement funds for a public health pilot and approve multiple law enforcement service agreements with towns and school districts. The meeting also includes a vote to enter executive session regarding a real estate transaction.
Selectboard to consider $32,000 fire gear purchase and $9,200 truck repair funding
The board will approve minutes from the July 6 meeting and transition Nancy Parsons to full‑time status. It will confirm Colton Devoe as a full‑time patrol officer and review the unfinished contract with Clarke Construction for a stormwater catch basin. New business includes waiving the rental fee for the Seal Harbor…
City Council to approve $933,000 sewer crossing contract under I‑95
The Finance Committee will consider award recommendations for two engineering projects: the Penjajawoc Sewer I‑95 crossing contract for $933,000 and the Odlin Road Sidewalk project with a municipal share of $154,387.50. The committee will also review a request to waive competitive bidding for a Water Quality…
Finance Committee to award sewer and sidewalk construction contracts
The Finance Committee is set to authorize construction contracts for the Penjajawoc Sewer I-95 Crossing and the Odlin Road Sidewalk Project. The committee will also consider a request to waive the bid process for a wastewater capacity study.
Commissioners to discuss I Am Responding 2027 contract and pricing
The Waldo County Commissioners will consider warrants for the jail, county, and opioid funds, and review the 2027 contract and pricing for the I Am Responding system. They will also discuss the 2027 facilities budget and bicentennial planning. The agenda includes public comment and possible executive session.
Pier improvements and vendor vacancies top Wiscasset Waterfront Committee agenda
The committee will discuss starting commercial pier improvements and address vendor vacancies, including the departure of 'Good Boat Don't Leak' and the non-opening of 'Sheepscot Enterprises'. They will also consider filling a vacant committee seat and approve minutes from the May 12, 2026 meeting. The harbor master…
Select Board to approve Town Manager contract for three fiscal years
The Orrington Select Board will vote on several routine items, including approving meeting minutes and town accounts payable warrants. They will elect a chair for the upcoming fiscal year and adopt annual municipal officer policies and disbursement warrants. The board will also consider a three‑year contract for the…
Ethics Board decision on Councilor Wayne Mallar’s actions (CO 25-282)
The City Council will consider the Ethics Board's decision regarding Councilor Wayne Mallar’s actions, referenced as CO 25-282 and discussed at the August 14, 2025 Historic Preservation Commission meeting. The meeting also includes a brief presentation on the 4PortLoop event by Mr. Dick Campbell. Several…
The Biddeford Zoning Board of Appeals will review its governing ordinance.
The Biddeford Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting on July 13, 2026, to approve minutes from May and handle routine administrative business. The agenda lists a review of the Zoning Board of Appeals Ordinance, though no specific proposals or changes are detailed in the provided text. Most items are procedural boilerplate…
Committee to discuss balance of capital budget
The Capital Projects/Operations Committee will consider approval of minutes, discuss community center leases as old business, and discuss the balance of the capital budget as new business. An executive session for legal matters is also scheduled.
Shellfish committee meets with standard procedural items
The Biddeford Shellfish Conservation Committee is holding a regular meeting with standard agenda items including roll call, approval of minutes, and reports from the Harbor Master. The agenda does not list any specific proposals, ordinances, or decisions for discussion or action. This appears to be a routine…
Council to consider sewer rate hike, data center ban, cannabis store
The Eastport City Council will receive an informational update on cruise ship matters and schedule public hearings on two proposed ordinances: one prohibiting large-scale data centers and another requiring voter approval for commercial and industrial developments. New business includes a 3.3% sewer rate increase…
Cable TV Committee to discuss Public Access Director recruitment
This meeting includes updates on the recruitment of a Public Access Director, discussions on channel programming, and maintenance updates. The committee will also consider approval of the June 1, 2026 meeting minutes. No financial decisions or ordinance changes are on the agenda.
Mount Desert Selectboard to consider $227,800 contract for town revaluation services
The Selectboard will discuss the results of the Assessor's revaluation proposal and a potential contract with VGSI for revaluation support. The board will also review liquor license renewals for three local businesses and approve several public works and security contracts.
Council committees weigh airport contracts, lease renewal
The Finance Committee is considering three airport contracts: HVAC replacement ($206K), fire suppression/alarm maintenance ($156K), and passenger bridge/baggage system maintenance ($102K). The Business & Economic Development Committee will review a proposed lease renewal with Varney Aviation for hangar space at…
Airport contracts totaling $464K for HVAC, fire systems, and baggage
The Finance Committee will vote on awarding three airport maintenance contracts: HVAC replacement ($206K), fire suppression and alarm systems maintenance ($156K), and boarding bridge/baggage handling system maintenance ($102K). Approval would fund these items from the FY26 and FY27 budgets, with a reallocation for the…
Council reviews RFP for Midtown Properties development
The City Council will hold a workshop to review a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Midtown Properties, followed by councilor feedback and Q&A. The council may then hold an executive session to provide staff direction on the proposed RFP. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.
Cumberland Town Council to consider public safety radio and liquor license renewals
The Town Council will discuss a long-range plan for Twin Brook playground and vote on several administrative contracts and licenses. The meeting includes public hearings for a liquor license and a youth soccer tournament permit.
Conservation Commission to discuss Comp Plan and transitional zoning
The Conservation Commission will discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan and future land use map, including transitional zones, Colonial-era road widths, and zoning for Barra Road/Thacher Brook. No votes or decisions are listed; items are for discussion only.
Bangor City Council to review ethics decision and approve airport software contract
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss an ICE ordinance and an ethics board decision regarding Councilor Wayne Mallar. The regular meeting includes several property sales, a new IT Director appointment, and a public works union contract.
Recreation Commission to discuss naming of 315 Main Park
The Biddeford Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting on June 17, 2026. The agenda includes approval of minutes from May 20, a Recreation Department report, liaison updates, and new business. The only specific item is a discussion on naming 315 Main Park under other business.
Biddeford Finance Committee to approve HR consulting agreement
The Biddeford Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes, sign an expenditure warrant, and discuss a contract for human resources consulting services.
Commissioners to review law enforcement and dispatch contracts for several towns
The Board of Commissioners will consider multiple service agreements for law enforcement and regional dispatch. The meeting includes a proposal to reduce the Board of Assessment Review membership and a review of reserve account adjustments.
Council to discuss mobile home rent stabilization, vote on housing targets and police contract
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss a draft mobile home rent stabilization ordinance that caps annual rent increases at the lower of CPI or 5% and creates a review board. At the regular meeting, the Council is scheduled to vote on second reading of an ordinance replacing the Complete Streets Committee…
Board to prepare tax commitment, discuss snowplow contract, and renew waste agreement
The Rome Board of Selectmen will consider a snowplow contract with Pavement Plus, review renewal of the Inter-Local Waste Disposal Agreement with Belgrade, and prepare for the tax commitment scheduled for Tuesday, June 16th. They will also approve meeting minutes and hear public comment.
Finance Committee to review tax lien and workout agreements
The Finance Committee will review a matured tax and utility lien policy, workout agreements for delinquent properties, and approve contracts for audit services and software. The meeting also includes an executive session on a hardship abatement.
Review of demolition request for 41 Main Street
The Historic Preservation Commission will review a request to demolish an existing structure at 41 Main Street in the MSRD-1 Zone. The commission will also consider approving meeting minutes from April and May 2026.
Council to set public hearing for liquor license renewal, consider county contract
The Town Council will hold an executive session to evaluate the town manager and discuss potential land acquisition. In public session, they will set a public hearing date for a liquor license renewal for First Tracks Investments, LLC, and vote on authorizing a 3-year contract with Cumberland County for General…
Biddeford Staff Review Committee meeting cancelled
This meeting of the Biddeford Staff Review Committee, scheduled for June 9, 2026, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place.
City Council to discuss police grievance and City Manager contract
The City Council will meet in executive session to discuss the city's legal rights and duties regarding a grievance from the Portland Police Benevolent Association. The body will also review the City Manager's employment contract.
Commissioners to vote on warrants, discuss facility contracts, hold executive sessions
The Waldo County Commissioners will consider approving three warrants (MCRCC Jail, County, and Opioid) and discuss contract quotes for facilities. They will also hold executive sessions for personnel and contract-related matters, and sign previously approved EMA job descriptions and pay scales.
Council to vote on FY 26/27 school budget
The Sanford City Council will vote on the FY 26/27 school budget and hold a public hearing and vote on a new marijuana manufacturing license for Green Truck Farms at 27 Hancock Lane. The second reading of a Parks and Recreation Ordinance is also on the agenda for adoption. Other business includes multiple road…
Joint budget hearing on proposed FY 2026/27 municipal and school budgets
The City Council and School Committee will hold a joint public hearing on the proposed Municipal and School Budgets for Fiscal Year 2026/27. The council will also consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts, leases, and road closures. Other items include a presentation on Maine ACE Camp 2026 and an update on…
Selectboard to discuss MaineDEP letter on relocating wastewater plant
The Selectboard will discuss a MaineDEP letter regarding relocating the wastewater treatment plant and consider awarding a commercial real estate appraisal contract. They will also approve new business licenses, authorize a one-year agreement with Midcoast Humane Society, and enter executive sessions for a poverty…
Cable TV Committee reviews budget and archive updates
The Cable TV Committee is meeting primarily to recap a Budget Committee discussion and to receive an update on archive formatting and scheduling. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and routine procedural items.
Biddeford-Saco Joint Committee meeting follows procedural agenda only
The Biddeford-Saco Joint Committee is holding a meeting with only roll call, approval of the joint agenda, and adjournment on the agenda. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.
Council to vote on $2.8M Cumberland St sewer separation contract
The Finance Committee will consider reallocating $975,000 in local funds for the Cumberland Street sewer separation project, a required EPA consent decree project. They will also recommend awarding a $1.3M construction contract to Lou Silver, Inc. Other agenda items include purchasing a towable air start unit for the…
Committee to vote on $2.8M sewer contract and $975K fund reallocation
The committee is considering reallocating $975,000 in previously approved local funds to the Cumberland Street sewer separation project and authorizing a $1.3 million contract to Lou Silver, Inc. They will also discuss purchasing a towable air start unit for the airport for $305,280 and waiving the bid process for an…
Council to review city manager's employment contract in closed session
The City Council will hold an executive session to discuss the City Manager's employment contract. No public action is expected; the meeting is conducted remotely via Zoom.