# Lewiston Civicplus #2027-001

Lewiston seeks brokerage services for City-owned property sales

**Posted:** November 10, 2026
**Respond By:** December 15, 2026
**Identifier:** 2027-001
**NAICS:** 531210

The City of Lewiston is seeking a licensed real estate firm to help market and transact City-owned properties.
- **Government buyer:** City of Lewiston, Maine — Purchasing Department; contact office: Deputy Director of Budget and Purchasing (Allen Ward).
- **Requested service:** Real estate brokerage for City-approved residential and commercial property sales, including tax-acquired properties. The broker may also represent the City as a buyer for potential purchases.
- **Scope:** Analyze markets and property values; develop and carry out sale strategies, including advertising, signage, and walkthroughs; negotiate with prospects in coordination with City officials; coordinate appraisals and closings; and provide transaction support, consultations, or public-meeting presentations as needed.
- **Commercial terms:** Proposers must state an all-inclusive commission rate and any minimum compensation for properties outside that rate. The realtor pays listing and marketing expenses.
- **Qualifications and requirements:** Maine real estate licensure in good standing; residential and commercial market experience; familiarity with public real estate records and Maine law on sales of foreclosed properties; and evidence of insurance.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No specific OEM or selected brokerage firm is named. The requested provider is a licensed realtor or real estate brokerage.

### Description

The City of Lewiston, Maine, requests proposals from qualified, licensed realtors specializing in residential and commercial real estate to assist with listing, marketing, and selling City-owned properties approved for sale through a real estate broker. Services include market analysis and valuations, developing and executing sale strategies, coordinating appraisals and closings, negotiating with buyers, and other customary real estate transaction activities. Proposals must be sealed; faxed or electronic submissions will not be considered. The selected firm’s fee schedule must state its all-inclusive commission rate, and listing and marketing expenses are the realtor’s responsibility.

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