ST. GEORGE MUNICIPAL SCHOOL UNIT
RFP: School Interior & Hallways Painting
Issue Date: July 15, 2026
1. Introduction & Intent
The St. George Municipal School Unit (MSU) is seeking proposals from licensed painting contractors for professional interior painting at St. George School (65 Main Street, Tenants Harbor, ME). All work must be executed exclusively during weekends or school breaks during the 2026–2027 academic year to prevent disruption to school operations.
2. Scope of Work
The selected contractor will provide all labor, materials, and specialized equipment (lifts/scaffolding) to complete:
Preparation: Full wall washing, patching, sanding, caulking, and priming.
Removal of two square Target looking wooden decorations that are located high up.
Walls & High Ceilings: Two coats of premium, high-durability, semi-gloss latex paint (including high-ceiling common areas). Walls will be two colors, Sea salt upper half, Hale blue lower half.
Windows & Doors: Prep and paint all hallway door frames. With Direct-to-Metal (DTM) enamel paint. Hale blue
High-Touch/Metal Surfaces: Specialty Direct-to-Metal (DTM) enamel paint on stair railings and elevator doors/frames. These will be Hale blue.
Specialty Areas: Prep and paint of the cafeteria walls Sea salt, metal registers and exit door Hale blue. (using scrubbable, moisture-resistant paint) and entrance door.
Protection & Cleanliness: Masking of all non-paint surfaces. All gear and debris must be completely cleared by 7:00 a.m. the Monday following any work period.
3. Area Inventory
School Hallways
~7,500 sq. ft.
Drywall / Cinder Block
Includes baseboards/trim
Cafeteria
Full Wall Area/ Registers
Scrubbable, Low-VOC Latex
High durability
Windows & Doors
All hallway/classroom
Trim Paint
High gloss/semi-gloss
Stair Railings & Elevator
Railings & elevator exterior
Direct-to-Metal (DTM) Enamel
High-traffic durability
High Ceiling Spots
Main foyer & select spots
Premium Latex
Lifts/scaffolding required
4. Permitted Work Windows (2026–2027)
Weekends: Friday after 4:30 p.m. through Sunday night (fully ventilated by Sunday 10:00 p.m.).
School Vacations: Thanksgiving Break (Nov 25–29, 2026), Winter Break (Dec 21, 2026–Jan 1, 2027), February Break 2027, and April Break 2027.
5. Submission Requirements (Per Policy DJ)
Proposals must include:
Pricing: Itemized flat-rate pricing for labor, materials, and equipment.
Schedule Plan: Proposed timeline of weekends/breaks to be utilized.
Product Specs: Safety Data Sheets (SDS) confirming Low-VOC paint products.
Credentials: Proof of liability, workers' comp.
References: Three (3) commercial or municipal references.
6. RFP Timeline & Instructions
RFP Starts: July 15, 2026
Questions & Site Visit Deadline: July 24, 2026
Submission Deadline: Friday, July 31, 2026, by 4:30 p.m.
Deliver proposal in an envelope marked: "Proposal: School Interior Painting, not to be opened until Friday, July 31, 2026, at 4:30 p.m." to:
Candice Abruzese, Business Manager, St. George MSU P.O. Box 153, 65 Main Street, Tenants Harbor, ME 04860
7. Evaluation & Contact
MSU reserves the right to reject any/all bids, waive minor informalities, and select the vendor offering the best overall value and scheduling alignment.
For questions or to schedule a mandatory site walkthrough, contact Randy Elwell at r.elwell@stgeorgemsu.org or 207.542.6349.
🍎Free Summer Meals for Kids & Teens!
Did you know that all children and teens ages 18 and under can receive free, nutritious to-go meals this summer?
No sign-ups, no registration, and absolutely no cost—just show up!
The St. George Community Development Corporation (StGCDC) is making it easy to keep your kids fueled for summer fun with both breakfast and lunch options available daily.
📅 When: Monday–Friday | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Where: 47 Main St, Tenants Harbor
Check out the attached flyer for all the details, or text/call (207) 691-1281 if you have any questions! Let's work together to keep our community healthy and active this summer. ☀️
🍏 We’re Hiring! Join the Team at St. George School! 🐉
St. George community, we need your help to spread the word! We are looking for talented, dedicated individuals to join our wonderful PreK-8 school community in picturesque Mid-Coast Maine.
If you or someone you know is passionate about supporting our students and working in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment, check out our current openings:
🔹 Immediate Opening: Evening Custodian (Year-Round)
Details: 8 hours/evening (shifts switch to daytime during summer and school breaks!).
Benefits: Eligible for health and dental insurance benefits.
Contact: Randy Elwell, Facilities & Transportation Director (r.elwell@stgeorgemsu.org).
🔹 Anticipated Opening: Food Service Worker (School Year)
Details: 6 hours/day, starting this fall (2026-2027 school year).
Benefits: Eligible for health and dental insurance benefits.
Contact: Candice Abruzese, Business Manager (c.abruzese@stgeorgemsu.org).
🔹 Part-Time Speech & Language Pathologist (3 Days/Week)
Details: Provide comprehensive speech and language services to 20+ students across PreK to 8th grade. Looking for a flexible team player with a strong commitment to early intervention and knowledge of special education law!
Requirements: Current ASHA CCC-SLP, Maine State licensure (or eligibility), and Maine DOE CHRC.
Contact: Dr. Jessica Berry, Special Education Director (j.berry@stgeorgemsu.org).
🔹 Part-Time Gifted & Talented Teacher (20%)
Details: Flexible schedule (1 full day or 2 half days per week). Help us design differentiated instruction and support high-performing K-8 learners!
Requirements: Maine 690 certification (or eligibility) & 3+ years teaching experience preferred.
Contact: Candice Abruzese, Human Resources (c.abruzese@stgeorgemsu.org).
🔹 Fall Middle Level Coaches (Fall 2026)
Positions: Middle Level Soccer Coach & Cross Country Coach.
Contact: Candice Abruzese, Human Resources (c.abruzese@stgeorgemsu.org).
👀 COMING SOON...
Part-Time Occupational Therapist (OT): Keep an eye on our website for details coming shortly!
📋 How to Apply:
Visit stgeorgemsu.org to download the appropriate application.
Submit your completed application, a letter of interest, and your resume to the respective director listed above or mail to:
St. George Municipal School Unit PO Box 153 Tenants Harbor, ME 04860
Note: All positions require a Maine DOE Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) authorization. St. George MSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
📢 Please SHARE this information and help us find the perfect additions to our St. George School family!
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Big thanks go out to our two adventurous fourth grade teachers, Jaimie MacCaffray & Lauren Wilgus, for always thinking outside the box when it comes to engaging educational experiences for our students! 🦞
The St. George school is looking for cardboard boxes in good condition that we can use to pack up materials for the summer as we move things around in the school. If you have any you can donate, please drop them off at the school between the hours of 9-2. If you have any questions, please call us at 372-6312.
St. George MSU Residents: Please join us for the District Budget Meeting on Wednesday, April 29 at 6:00 PM in the School Gym. Each budget article will be presented and voted on by residents in attendance. Please see a letter from our school board and administration for more details: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kTM46NptTFu7q_SaVAC2BYPvSgjPMoAF/view?usp=sharing
I am writing to share an important letter from the St. George MSU School Board. In addition, we are providing a summary of our recent community survey results, as well as a link to a slideshow presentation that highlights key findings.
You can access all materials using the link below:
Link to letter from school board, community survey results and slideshow: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cEJ915LZtFTuCYAZmA2lzWB3fxEs5tHC/view?usp=sharing
We appreciate your time, feedback, and continued support of our school community.
Respectfully,
Christina M. Wotton, Ed.D.
St. George Superintendent
March 12, 2026
Dear St. George School Community,
Thank you to everyone who has already completed the St. George M.S.U. Community Survey. So far we’ve received 189 responses — including 105 parents, 20 grandparents, 47 parents of graduates, 34 community members without children, and 22 staff.
If you haven’t yet participated, we would truly value your feedback on school communication, curriculum, facilities, and community engagement. The survey is open until Friday, March 13, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
A quick note about privacy: we ask for names only to confirm responses are from St. George residents or members of our school community. Names are seen only by me, Christina Wotton, Superintendent, and all identifying information will be removed before results are shared so responses remain anonymous.
Thank you for helping shape the future of St. George School.
(St. George M.S.U. Community Survey - click here)
Sincerely,
Christina Wotton
Superintendent
Jennifer Garrett
School Board Chair
March 6, 2026
Dear St. George School Community,
Thank you to everyone who has already completed the St. George M.S.U. Community Survey. In the first week we’ve received 114 responses — including 70 parents, 12 grandparents, 24 parents of graduates, 15 community members without children, and 15 staff. This is a great start, and we hope to double the responses before the survey closes.
If you haven’t yet participated, we would truly value your feedback on school communication, curriculum, facilities, and community engagement. The survey is open until Friday, March 13, 2026.
A quick note about privacy: we ask for names only to confirm responses are from St. George residents or members of our school community. Names are seen only by me, Christina Wotton, Superintendent, and all identifying information will be removed before results are shared so responses remain anonymous.
Thank you for helping shape the future of St. George School.
(St. George M.S.U. Community Survey - click here)
Sincerely,
Christina Wotton
Superintendent
Jennifer Garrett
School Board Chair
February 27, 2026
Dear St. George School Community,
St. George Municipal School Unit is committed to partnering with families, staff, and our community to support every student’s learning and well-being. We invite you to complete a brief survey about school communication, curriculum, facilities, and engagement.
Your feedback will help us understand family priorities, what’s working well, and where additional clarity or resources may be helpful. Participation is voluntary. While we ask for names, all personally identifiable information will be removed before results are shared, and responses will be reported in a way that is anonymous.
The survey will be open until Friday, March 13, 2026. Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your perspectives and help shape the future of St. George School. Please feel free to share this survey and help spread the word within our school community.
(St. George M.S.U. Community Survey - click here)
Sincerely,
Christina Wotton
Superintendent
Jennifer Garrett
School Board Chair
Due to incoming inclement weather, St. George School will dismiss today at 11:30 a.m. to ensure everyone gets home safely.
Dear St. George School Community,
Due to the impending storm, school will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 23, 2026.
Just before break, our remote learning plan to allow students to complete work from home on future snow days was officially approved by our School Board. While we are excited to have this option moving forward, we are not able to begin it tomorrow. We need time to clearly communicate expectations with families, allow teachers to prepare and distribute materials, and ensure we have a plan in place to address meals for students who rely on school food services.
Using work-from-home days in the future will help us avoid adding extra school days at the end of June. Our hope is to keep the last day of school as planned so families and staff can keep their summer plans and work schedules.
Please check your email for a letter with more detailed information. Feel free to reach out with any questions. We will let you know as soon as we are ready to begin implementing the remote snow day plan and will send out information about food sign-up at that time.
Hopefully there will be no more snow days—but lately Mother Nature hasn’t been listening to me!
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
Respectfully,
Christina Wotton
Superintendent
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The Book Fair will be open daily 7:30 - 8:30 for families to come in and shop with students and students will be able to shop the fair during set times in the school day.
Additionally, the book fair will be open during Mussel Ridge! You can come in JUST to shop the book fair OR come cheer on your favorite basketball teams!
