What procurement requirements does City of Allentown publish for vendors?

The City of Allentown requires new vendors to submit tax forms (W-9 or W-8) and accept the City’s Purchase Order Terms & Conditions. Solicitation documents and purchase orders specify insurance, bonding, licensing, and other compliance obligations that vendors must meet.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Allentown?

Procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Allentown are published in the City’s Purchase Order Terms & Conditions PDF and on the City of Allentown Purchasing pages. Those pages also link to protest procedures and vendor guidance for award and purchasing processes.

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Location:: Allentown, PA
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City of Allentown RFPs

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Boarding, Securing and Maintenance of Vacant Commerical and Residential Properties (Request for Proposal)
Posted
Oct 30, 2026
Closes
Nov 30, 2026
Work includes boarding, securing and maintenance of vacant commercial and residential properties.
Redevelopment Authority of the City of Allentown - Legal Services/Authority Solicitor (Request for Proposal)
Posted
Oct 30, 2026
Closes
Nov 30, 2026
Seeking qualified attorneys or law firms to provide legal services and serve as authority solicitor.
Grass Cutting and Snow Removal Services (Request for Proposal)
Posted
Oct 30, 2026
Closes
Nov 30, 2026
Provide grass cutting and snow removal services for vacant residential and commercial properties owned or acquired by RACA.

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Census ID
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174015
Employee FTE
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824
Population
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126,044
Procurement Difficulty Score
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45 / 100
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- Sole Source: If the need is proprietary/unique, pursue sole source with a justification and Council approval; if not clearly proprietary, pivot back to coops.
- Coops: Frequently procures through PA COSTARS and OMNIA Partners; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Sole Source
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- City of Allentown (PA) occasionally uses sole source for proprietary IT (e.g., ESRI, NetApp) and unique services. Work with the purchasing department to prepare the sole source justification form and secure City Council approval, referencing the city code that allows non-competitive contracts. If your product is not a clear proprietary fit, deprioritize sole source and move to cooperative contracting options.
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Cooperatives
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- The City of Allentown actively uses cooperative purchasing, with PA COSTARS confirmed and regularly used. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to gain access to the recommended path.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Allentown

Allentown City Council Meeting Minutes
Date: Oct 7, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council authorized several cooperative contracts and approved a contract for professional digitization services for city records. Public comments addressed concerns regarding traffic speed control and environmental sustainability efforts within the city. A resident highlighted public safety issues involving local after-hours clubs. The Controller presented audit findings regarding Special Events and Procurement processes, noting discrepancies in documentation, business license compliance, and revenue collection. The council also approved an amendment to the 2026 Capital Fund Budget for an implementation grant and finalized changes to the business license fee structure, while confirming various appointments to municipal boards.
City Council Special Meeting
Date: Aug 12, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting featured two presentations regarding local development and services. The Allentown Housing Authority provided an overview of its organizational structure, housing programs including the Housing Choice Voucher Program, various public housing properties, and future projects aimed at affordable housing and homeownership. The Downtown Allentown Alliance presented on its strategic plan, outlining its four pillars of success: enhanced engagement, retail development, loyalty and advocacy, and cultural heritage, while highlighting accomplishments such as their ambassador program, branding initiatives, and various community activations.

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Allentown?

The City of Allentown Purchasing Department (Bureau of Purchasing) manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Allentown. It oversees solicitations, awards, purchase orders, and links to procurement tools on the Finance/Purchasing web pages where vendor contacts and guidance are published.

Where does City of Allentown post bids and RFPs?

The City of Allentown posts bids and RFPs on the City of Allentown Purchasing/Procurement web page and on PennBid (Bonfire). Vendors should monitor those portals and follow registration instructions to download solicitations and submit responses.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Allentown?

Vendors register for City of Allentown procurement through the City of Allentown Vendor Management process by creating a PublicPurchase account and completing the City registration steps. The Vendor Handbook details required onboarding documents such as W-9/W-8 and submission instructions.

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City of Allentown RFPs

Boarding, Securing and Maintenance of Vacant Commerical and Residential Properties (Request for Proposal)

Redevelopment Authority of the City of Allentown - Legal Services/Authority Solicitor (Request for Proposal)

Grass Cutting and Snow Removal Services (Request for Proposal)

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City of Allentown RFPs

Boarding, Securing and Maintenance of Vacant Commerical and Residential Properties (Request for Proposal)

Redevelopment Authority of the City of Allentown - Legal Services/Authority Solicitor (Request for Proposal)

Grass Cutting and Snow Removal Services (Request for Proposal)

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