The City of Saint Paul is seeking proposals from consulting firms to provide annual sanitary flow monitoring services. The available description does not specify the detailed monitoring scope or technical requirements. Responses are due December 2, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Central Time.
The successful bidder shall furnish the vehicle, integrated sensors, surface control station, software, attachments, spare parts, batteries, documentation, delivery, and one day of in-person training.
Sole Source:Deprioritized; only consider if procurement explicitly confirms eligibility.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, Cooperative Purchasing Venture (CPV), and NASPO ValuePoint; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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City of Saint Paul:No clear evidence of sole source flexibility. Deprioritize this path. Practical approach: structure deals below $175,000—only two quotes are required and the formal sealed bid is avoided. No known sole source dollar threshold identified.
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City of Saint Paul has cooperative memberships and can use them, though usage appears rare. Validate current membership status and eligibility before proposing.
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FOURSOME GOLF MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC at City of Saint Paul
Effective: Jan 1, 2018Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details a Management Agreement and its subsequent First Amendment between the City of Saint Paul and Foursome Golf Management Group, LLC, for the operation and management of Como and Phalen Golf Courses and Clubhouses. The agreement runs from January 1, 2018, to December 31, 2027. The Manager is responsible for all aspects of operations, including personnel, concessions, and maintenance, and is required to pay the City a percentage of gross revenues (4% up to $2.2M, 7% above) with a guaranteed annual minimum of $70,000. Additionally, the Manager is obligated to invest $800,000 into course renovations over the ten-year term. The First Amendment, dated June 2020, primarily extends the deadline for an initial $400,000 investment from December 31, 2019, to December 31, 2021, and modifies the subsequent annual investment amount to $67,000.
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St. Paul City Council City Council Meeting
Date: Aug 26, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting addressed several agenda items, including the approval of grant funds through the Ward 1 Neighborhood Star Year-Round program for the United Church of God in Christ. The council also authorized a new use agreement between the Department of Parks and Recreation and Neighborhood House for the Paul and Sheila Wellstone Center, terminating the prior lease. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the adoption of a resolution calling upon the city and Ramsey County to end their contracts with Flock Safety. This decision was driven by concerns regarding the use of automated license plate readers, the erosion of public trust, and the need for stronger safeguards and oversight concerning mass surveillance technologies.
Saint Paul Public Library Board Board Meeting
Date: Oct 7, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed the newcomer services program, which focuses on providing essential resources, digital literacy support, and social service navigation to the community through partnerships and specialized staff. Key topics included the use of the Cell-Ed application for language and educational development, the history of the library's role in delivering services during past critical circumstances, and the importance of maintaining community-based partnerships. Additionally, board members inquired about the funding, operational scope, and future sustainability of the newcomer services program.
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Saint Paul?
The Procurement Division for the City of Saint Paul is organized under the Department of Human Rights & Equal Economic Opportunity (HREEO) and serves as the City's procurement office, with contact details on the HREEO procurement landing page.
Where does the City of Saint Paul post bids and RFPs?
The City of Saint Paul posts solicitations and bid tabulations on its supplier portal, stpaulbids.com, which is linked from the HREEO procurement pages; vendors must register there to view posted bids and RFPs.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Saint Paul?
Vendors register with the City of Saint Paul through the supplier portal (stpaulbids.com); the City’s Supplier Resources page on stpaul.gov provides step‑by‑step registration instructions and a direct registration link.
The meeting focused on a review of the Pig's Eye Park encampment closure, including an analysis of the planning process, the roles of various departments, and the outcomes. Key discussion topics included the financial investments made in emergency shelter and case management, the challenges faced due to activist interference on-site, and the ongoing efforts to connect individuals with housing and wraparound services. The committee also discussed the current situation at the Randolph encampment and the difficulties in managing that site due to multiple landowners and safety concerns for staff.
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What products and services does the City of Saint Paul procure?
The City of Saint Paul procures equipment, goods, and services and uses commodity codes on its supplier portal to classify solicitations; vendors should consult the supplier portal and Supplier Resources for classification and category details.
What procurement requirements does the City of Saint Paul publish for vendors?
The City of Saint Paul’s Supplier Resources requires vendors to provide a Tax ID and accept Terms & Conditions; solicitations list required attachments and a 5% bid bond is required on bids of $175,000 or more, plus a Vendor Outreach Program questionnaire.
How does the City of Saint Paul approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Saint Paul’s Procurement Division within HREEO administers contract approvals; the City cites Minnesota’s Uniform Municipal Contracting Law and requires formal sealed competitive bidding for contracts of $175,000 and above, with lower-amount quote procedures described on the bidding page.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Saint Paul?
The City of Saint Paul posts procurement guidance, solicitation Terms & Conditions, and bid rules on the HREEO Procurement pages and the Supplier Resources 'READ FIRST' guidance on stpaul.gov; vendors should consult those pages for standard terms and submission instructions.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does the City of Saint Paul use?
The City of Saint Paul supports the CERT program for small, women-, and minority-led businesses, requires vendors to record diversity certification codes during registration, and enforces a Vendor Outreach Program as required by City ordinance.