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Sep 25, 2026
Oct 9, 2026
The City of Portland, Maine intends to market for one vendor to provide stop loss insurance. The posting is an announcement, and it says the full RFP may be obtained from Lockton Companies on or about September 25, 2026, or may be sent directly to bidders. It gives a tentative due date of October 9, 2026, and directs questions to Amy Deschaines at Lockton Companies.
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Oct 22, 2026
The City of Portland seeks a construction manager at risk for Riverton Pool renovations and repairs after the prior construction effort was halted following unforeseen conditions that increased costs and caused delays. The selected CMAR is to define the remaining work and prepare a cost estimate and schedule toward a guaranteed maximum price, then provide construction services for work including pool equipment, the deck, drainage, structural repairs, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and finishes. Proposals are due October 22, 2026, at 3:30 p.m.; a mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 7 at 1:30 p.m. at Talbot Elementary School.
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Sep 18, 2026
Oct 21, 2026
The City of Portland, Maine is seeking proposals for a comprehensive assessment of its municipal street-lighting system. The work includes safety and functionality reviews of fixtures, poles, wiring, and controls; a complete asset inventory; and a modernization strategy covering LED retrofit opportunities, cost-benefit analysis, and phased implementation. Deliverables include final reports, data files, and a presentation to city officials, with proposals due October 21, 2026, at 3:30 PM.
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Census ID
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166160
Employee FTE
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1,439.6
Population
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69,911
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Portland
The committee discussed the Waterfront Working Group's recommendations for investing Waterfront Tax Increment Financing funds, focusing on dredging and infrastructure improvements such as Commercial Street upgrades. They also reviewed staff proposals to allocate City Tax Increment Financing funds toward workforce training, including a pilot program with Portland Adult Education and a solicitation process for employer-specific training initiatives to support under-employed populations.
The meeting included a recap of a successful art exhibition and discussion regarding the proclamation recognizing the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Subcommittee updates were provided regarding a speaker series covering the ADA assessment and future speaker presentations at City Hall. Extensive planning occurred for a proposed resource expo, including potential venues, themes, marketing strategies, and the invitation process. The committee also discussed plans for celebrating the 30th anniversary of the ADA. Additionally, concerns were raised regarding the accessibility and usability of voting machines, which will be further investigated.
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The council meeting included an Annual Meeting of the Corporator of the Portland Development Corporation where bylaws and Brownfields assessment program guidelines were amended. Key actions included the approval of municipal licenses for local businesses, a resolution calling for a constitutional amendment for fair elections, and the adoption of a 2018 cultural plan update. Significant discussions were held regarding amendments to the city code concerning marijuana regulations, including use and facility definitions. Additionally, the council approved agreements for city engineering and infrastructure construction, authorized general obligation bonds for capital improvement programs, and passed amendments regarding abandoned bicycles and an E-card program. A donation from the Maine Medical Center was accepted, and initial readings were held for zoning map and city code amendments.
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