Most public works departments rely on a network of contractors — HVAC specialists, electrical crews, paving companies, and equipment vendors — but tracking their permits, insurance certificates, SLA performance, and proof of completed work often happens across emails, spreadsheets, and filing cabinets. When an insurance certificate lapses unnoticed or a contractor misses an SLA repeatedly, the agency carries the risk. OxMaint centralizes vendor records, tasks, and compliance documents in one place. Book a free demo to see vendor tracking set up for your contractor list.
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Know the Status of Every Contractor at a Glance
Vendor risk isn't just about who's doing the work — it's about whether they're licensed, insured, and meeting the standards your agency committed to. A single expired certificate discovered during an audit, or a pattern of missed SLAs that went unnoticed for months, can create liability that falls back on the agency rather than the contractor.
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Expired Insurance
A contractor's general liability policy lapses mid-project without anyone noticing until a claim is filed.
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Missing Permits
Work begins before required permits are confirmed on file, creating compliance exposure.
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SLA Drift
A vendor's response times slowly worsen over months, but without tracked history, the trend goes unnoticed.
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No Repair Proof
Completed work lacks photo documentation, making disputes over quality or scope difficult to resolve.
Centralize Your Vendor Records Today
Import your current contractor list and see compliance gaps surfaced automatically.
Vendor Profile
What OxMaint Tracks for Every Vendor
Insurance & Bonding
Expiration dates with automatic renewal reminders
Licenses & Permits
Current status linked to active work assignments
SLA History
Response and completion times tracked per task
Work Order History
Full record of assigned, completed, and disputed tasks
Photo Proof
Before and after photos attached to each completed task
Performance Score
Composite score based on SLA adherence and dispute rate
SLA Tracking
Vendor SLA Performance Example
| Vendor |
SLA Target |
Avg. Actual Response |
Status |
| HVAC Services Co. |
24 hours |
18 hours |
Meeting SLA |
| Citywide Paving |
5 business days |
7 business days |
At Risk |
| Metro Electrical |
48 hours |
52 hours |
At Risk |
| Regional Plumbing |
24 hours |
40 hours |
Breach |
Renewal Tracking
Automated Reminders Before Documents Expire
60
Days before expiration, vendor receives first reminder to submit renewal documentation.
30
Days before expiration, second reminder sent and supervisor notified of pending lapse.
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On expiration, vendor is automatically flagged and new work assignments are paused until resolved.
Expert Review
What Industry Experts Say
Procurement and contract management research consistently points to vendor compliance tracking, particularly insurance and licensing currency, as one of the most common gaps that surfaces during public agency audits.
— NIGP, Public Procurement Research Reports
Agencies that track contractor SLA performance over time are better positioned to make data-driven renewal and re-bid decisions, reducing reliance on anecdotal performance assessments.
— APWA, Contractor Management Guidance
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Can vendors upload their own documents?
Yes. Vendors can be given limited portal access to upload insurance certificates, licenses, and completion photos directly, reducing back-and-forth email.
Start free to set up a vendor portal.
What happens if a vendor's insurance expires?
The vendor is automatically flagged as non-compliant, and new work order assignments to that vendor are paused until updated documentation is received and verified.
Can we compare performance across multiple vendors?
Yes. Performance scores and SLA history are tracked per vendor, making it straightforward to compare contractors during renewal or re-bid decisions.
Book a demo to see vendor comparison reports.
How is repair proof documentation stored?
Before and after photos, along with notes and timestamps, are attached directly to the relevant work order and remain accessible as part of that vendor's history.
Vendor Management
Stop Discovering Compliance Gaps During an Audit
OxMaint tracks every contractor's insurance, permits, SLA performance, and proof of work in one place — with reminders before anything lapses.
