Bids, RFPs & Vendor Information

Bids, RFPs & Vendor Information

The Maine Department of Transportation, in partnership with the Eastern Maine Development Corporation, administers a certification program for DBE vendors.

If you would like more information about how to become a certified DBE vendor, please visit the EMDC website at https://www.mainedbe.com/become-certified/

2025 DBE Goal Update

Notice of Comment Period

Greater Portland Transit District is updating its Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program and Goal for its Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funded projects for the Federal fiscal years 2025 through 2027, with a goal of 1.59%. 

Please review and provide any comments of input by May 7, 2025. Public comments will be taken via email, phone or regular mail.

Search below for current bid opportunities as well as to view our history of closed bids.

RFP 2025-005 CNG Certification, Compressor Rebuild and Maintenance

down-arrow

Publish Date: June 23, 2025
Deadline: June 23, 2025

Notice To Respondents

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) Request For Proposals CNG Certification, Compressor Rebuild and Maintenance

RFP # 2025-005

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) is accepting proposals for CNG Certification, Compressor Rebuild and Maintenance until Thursday July 24, 2025 @ 2:00 pm EDT

General Scope

  • Greater Portland Transit District (“GPM”) is soliciting proposals for CNG Certification, Compressor Rebuild and Maintenance for the Greater Portland Metro located at 114 Valley St. Portland, Maine 04102.

A full copy of the requirements and specifications can be obtained using our electronic bidding system at https://colbisecurebids.com/o/gptd/2025-005

.

In order to participate in this RFQ, firms must register at www.colbisecurebids.com .

GPM receives funding from the Federal Transit Administration and as such is required to follow federal procurement regulations and to require its consultants and contractors to understand and adhere to those requirements. FTA requirements are conditions for this RFP and contract, and are included in the RFP document.

Contact Person

Frank Suszczynski, Procurement Manager
fsuszczynski@gpmetro.org

Qualifications

In order to bid, you will need to register at colbisecurebids.com which only takes 2 minutes to complete.

BID # 2025-004 TRANSIT STOP ACCESS PROJECT-CONTRACTOR

down-arrow

Publish Date: June 10, 2025
Deadline: July 07, 2025 11:00 am download this documentSee full details

Notice To Respondents

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) Request For Proposals BID 2025-004 TSAP Contractor

BID #2025-004

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) is accepting proposals for TSAP Contractor until Monday, July 7, 2025 at 11:00 am EST

General Scope

  • Greater Portland Transit District (“GPM”) is soliciting proposals for BID 2025-004 TSAP Contractor for the Greater Portland Metro located at 114 Valley St. Portland, Maine 04102.

The Transit Stop Access Project (TSAP) aims to improve access to transit stops by improving sidewalks, curb ramps, and street crossings, as well as the bus stop areas themselves, to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. Locations are in Portland, South Portland, Westbrook and Falmouth Maine.

A full copy of the requirements and specifications can be obtained using our electronic bidding system at  https://colbisecurebids.com/o/gptd/BID2025-004 In order to participate in this BID, firms must register at www.colbisecurebids.com .

GPM receives funding from the Federal Transit Administration and as such is required to follow federal procurement regulations and to require its consultants and contractors to understand and adhere to those requirements. FTA requirements are conditions for this BID and contract, and are included in the BID document.

Contact Person

Frank Suszczynski, Procurement Manager
fsuszczynski@gpmetro.org

Qualifications

In order to bid, you will need to register at colbisecurebids.com which only takes 2 minutes to complete.

RFP #2025-002 Tablets, Docs, Mounts

Status: Closed

down-arrow

Publish Date: April 01, 2025
Deadline: April 17, 2025 2:00 pm download this documentView full RFP

Notice To Respondents

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) Request For Proposals - Tablets, Docs, Mounts

BID #2025-002 Tablets, Docs, Mounts

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) is accepting proposals for Tablets, Docs, Mounts until Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 2:00PM EDT.

General Scope

  • Greater Portland Transit District (“GPM”) is soliciting proposals for tablets, docs and mounts for the Greater Portland Metro located at 114 Valley St. Portland, Maine 04102.

A full copy of the requirements and specifications can be obtained using our electronic bidding system at  https://colbisecurebids.com/o/gptd/RFP2025-002.

In order to participate in this RFQ, firms must register at www.colbisecurebids.com .

GPM receives funding from the Federal Transit Administration and as such is required to follow federal procurement regulations and to require its consultants and contractors to understand and adhere to those requirements. FTA requirements are conditions for this RFP are included in the RFP document.

Contact Person

Frank Suszczynski, Procurement Manager
fsuszczynski@gpmetro.org

Qualifications

In order to bid, you will need to register at colbisecurebids.com which only takes 2 minutes to complete.

RFP# 2024-007 Website Design & Hosting

Status: Closed

down-arrow

Publish Date: August 28, 2024
Deadline: September 19, 2024 4:00 pm download this documentRead Full RFP & Apply

Notice To Respondents

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) Request For Proposals Website Redesign & Hosting

BID #2024-007-Web Design & Hosting

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) is accepting proposals for Web Design and Hosting until Wednesday, September 19, 2024 at 4:00pm EDT.

General Scope

  • Greater Portland Transit District (“GPM”) is soliciting proposals for the web design and hosting for the Greater Portland Metro located at 114 Valley St. Portland, Maine 04102.

A full copy of the requirements and specifications can be obtained using our electronic bidding system at https://colbisecurebids.com/o/gptd/RFP2024-007.

In order to participate in this RFQ, firms must register at www.colbisecurebids.com .

GPM receives funding from the Federal Transit Administration and as such is required to follow federal procurement regulations and to require its consultants and contractors to understand and adhere to those requirements. FTA requirements are conditions for this RFP and contract, and are included in the RFP document.

Contact Person

Frank Suszczynski, Procurement Manager
fsuszczynski@gpmetro.org

Qualifications

In order to bid, you will need to register at colbisecurebids.com which only takes 2 minutes to complete.

RFP #2024-006 Winter Tire Retread

Status: Closed

down-arrow

Publish Date: August 14, 2024
Deadline: August 22, 2024 2:00 pm download this documentView Full Notice To Apply

Notice To Respondents

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) Request For Proposals: Winter Tire Retread

BID #2024-006-Winter Tire Retread

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) is accepting proposals for Winter Tire Retreads until Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 2:00pm EDT.

General Scope

  • Greater Portland Transit District (“GPM”) is soliciting quotes for the total cost for winter tire retreads-tires located at 114 Valley St. Portland, Maine 04102. 

A full copy of the requirements and specifications can be obtained using our electronic bidding system at https://colbisecurebids.com/o/gptd/2024-006  In order to participate in this RFQ, firms must register at www.colbisecurebids.com .

GPM receives funding from the Federal Transit Administration and as such is required to follow federal procurement regulations and to require its consultants and contractors to understand and adhere to those requirements. FTA requirements are conditions for this RFP and contract, and are included in the RFP document.

Metro encourages participation by small, women owned, minority, and disadvantaged businesses and supports non-discriminatory, equal-opportunity employment by its contractors.

Contact Person

Frank Suszczynski, Procurement Manager
fsuszczynski@gpmetro.org

Qualifications

In order to participate in this RFQ, firms must register at www.colbisecurebids.com.

BID #2024-005 CNG Dispenser Installation

Status: Closed

down-arrow

Publish Date: August 06, 2024
Deadline: August 28, 2024 4:00 pm download this documentReview Full RFP & Apply

Notice To Respondents

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) Request For Proposals Compressed Natural Gas Replacement

BID #2024-005 Compressed Natural Gas Replacement

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) is accepting proposals for Compressed Natural Gas Replacement until Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 4:00pm EDT.

General Scope

  • Greater Portland Transit District (“GPM”) is soliciting proposals for Compressed Natural Gas Replacement for the Greater Portland Metro located at 114 Valley St. Portland, Maine 04102.

A full copy of the requirements and specifications can be obtained using our electronic bidding system at colbisecure bids link to the RFP.

In order to participate in this RFQ, firms must register at www.colbisecurebids.com .

GPM receives funding from the Federal Transit Administration and as such is required to follow federal procurement regulations and to require its consultants and contractors to understand and adhere to those requirements. FTA requirements are conditions for this RFP and contract, and are included in the RFP document.

Metro encourages participation by small, women owned, minority, and disadvantaged businesses and supports non-discriminatory, equal-opportunity employment by its contractors.

Contact Person

Frank Suszczynski, Procurement Manager
fsuszczynski@gpmetro.org

Qualifications

In order to bid, you will need to register at colbisecurebids.com which only takes 2 minutes to complete.

BID #2024-004 Heavy Duty Lifts

Status: Closed

down-arrow

Publish Date: March 12, 2024
Deadline: April 04, 2024 2:00 pm download this documentRead Complete RFP

Notice To Respondents

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) Request For Proposals Heavy Duty Lifts.

BID #2024-004 Heavy Duty Lifts

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) is accepting proposals for Heavy Duty Lifts until Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 4:00pm EST.

General Scope

  • Greater Portland Transit District (“GPM”) is soliciting proposals for 4 Heavy Duty Lifts for the Greater Portland Metro located at 114 Valley St. Portland, Maine 04102.

A full copy of the requirements and specifications can be obtained using our electronic bidding system at colbisecure bids link to the RFP.

In order to participate in this RFQ, firms must register at www.colbisecurebids.com .

GPM receives funding from the Federal Transit Administration and as such is required to follow federal procurement regulations and to require its consultants and contractors to understand and adhere to those requirements. FTA requirements are conditions for this RFP and contract, and are included in the RFP document.

Metro encourages participation by small, women owned, minority, and disadvantaged businesses and supports non discriminatory, equal-opportunity employment by its contractors.

Contact Person

Frank Suszczynski, Procurement Manager
fsuszczynski@gpmetro.org

Qualifications

In order to bid, you will need to register at colbisecurebids.com which only takes 2 minutes to complete.

RFP #2024-002 Security Camera System

Status: Closed

down-arrow

Publish Date: February 22, 2024
Deadline: March 21, 2024

Notice To Respondents

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) Request For Proposals Security Camera System.

RFP #2024-002 Security Camera System

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) is accepting proposals for Security Camera System until Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 4:00pm.

General Scope

  • Greater Portland Transit District (“GPM”) is soliciting proposals for Security Camera System for the Greater Portland Metro located at 114 Valley St. Portland, Maine 04102.

Greater Portland Transit District (“GPM”) is soliciting proposals for a security camera system. GPM is seeking the installation of a security camera solution that will protect the assets of the Greater Portland Metro’s Administrative office, Bus Garage, Cash counting room and monitor the perimeter of the buildings including parking lots and entrances. Ability for onsite remote access for viewing and playback.

A full copy of the requirements and specifications can be obtained using our electronic bidding system at colbisecure bids link to the RFP.

In order to participate in this RFQ, firms must register at www.colbisecurebids.com .

GPM receives funding from the Federal Transit Administration and as such is required to follow federal procurement regulations and to require its consultants and contractors to understand and adhere to those requirements. FTA requirements are conditions for this RFP and contract, and are included in the RFP document.

Contact Person

Frank Suszczynski, Procurement Manager
fsuszczynski@gpmetro.org

Qualifications

In order to bid, you will need to register at colbisecurebids.com which only takes 2 minutes to complete.

RFP #2024-003 On-Demand Transit Pilot Program-Microtransit Software System

Status: Closed

down-arrow

Publish Date: January 11, 2024
Deadline: March 06, 2024 2:00 pm download this documentRead Full RFP

Notice To Respondents

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) Request For Proposals On-Demand Transit Pilot Program-Microtransit Software System

RFP #2024-003 On-Demand Transit Pilot Program-Microtransit Software System

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) is accepting proposals for On-Demand Transit Pilot Program-Microtransit Software System until Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 2:00pm EST.

General Scope

  • Greater Portland Transit District (“GPM”) is soliciting proposals to create and maintain a microtransit software system. Fueled by federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding this initiative aims to enhance the existing fixed-route bus network by integrating a microtransit pilot program in Falmouth.

A full copy of the requirements and specifications can be obtained using our electronic bidding system at colbisecure bids link to the RFP

In order to participate in this RFQ, firms must register at www.colbisecurebids.com .

GPM receives funding from the Federal Transit Administration and as such is required to follow federal procurement regulations and to require its consultants and contractors to understand and adhere to those requirements. FTA requirements are conditions for this RFP and contract, and are included in the RFP document.

Metro encourages participation by small, women owned, minority, and disadvantaged businesses and supports non-discriminatory, equal-opportunity employment by its contractors.

Contact Person

Frank Suszczynski, Procurement Manager
fsuszczynski@gpmetro.org

Qualifications

In order to bid, you will need to register at colbisecurebids.com which only takes 2 minutes to complete.

RFP #2024-001 Intelligent Transportation Systems Software: Computer Aided Dispatch/Automatic Vehicle Location Timekeeping/Attendance

Status: Closed

down-arrow

Publish Date: December 02, 2024
Deadline: February 01, 2024 4:00 pm download this documentSee Complete RFP

Notice To Respondents

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) Request For Proposals RFP #2024-001 Intelligent Transportation Systems Software: Computer Aided Dispatch/Automatic Vehicle Location Timekeeping/Attendance.

BID #**Number-Title**

Greater Portland Transit District (GPM) is accepting proposals for RFP #2024-001 Intelligent Transportation Systems Software: Computer Aided Dispatch/Automatic Vehicle Location Timekeeping/Attendance until Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 4:00pm.

General Scope

  • Greater Portland Transit District (“GPM”) is soliciting proposals for Intelligent Transportation Systems Software: Computer Aided Dispatch/Automatic Vehicle Location Timekeeping/Attendance for the Greater Portland Metro located at 114 Valley St. Portland, Maine 04102.

A full copy of the requirements and specifications can be obtained using our electronic bidding system at **colbisecure bids link to the RFP**.

In order to participate in this RFQ, firms must register at www.colbisecurebids.com .

GPM receives funding from the Federal Transit Administration and as such is required to follow federal procurement regulations and to require its consultants and contractors to understand and adhere to those requirements. FTA requirements are conditions for this RFP and contract, and are included in the RFP document. Metro encourages participation by small, women owned, minority, and disadvantaged businesses and supports non-discriminatory, equal-opportunity employment by its contractors.

Contact Person

Frank Suszczynski, Procurement Manager
fsuszczynski@gpmetro.org

Qualifications

In order to bid, you will need to register at colbisecurebids.com which only takes 2 minutes to complete.