Project consists of demolition of the existing soft starter/mcc section that powers the existing 200 hp well pump at well sites 10, 11, and 12 each. Provide new standalone reduced voltage soft starter (rvss) for existing 200 hp well pump at well site, 10, 11, and 12 each as indicated on drawings. Provide required cable and conduit to complete the installation of the new soft starter, and commissioning of the work.
Sole Source:If sale is less than ~$100,000, use sole source (but deprioritize; the City prefers competitive paths for larger buys).
Coops:Lead with a cooperative purchase. Frequently procures through Sourcewell; 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 Avondale:There is no evidence of sole source awards above the ~$100,000 threshold, and the City favors competition. Deprioritize sole source and pivot to cooperative contracting to avoid a formal competitive bid.
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The City has used cooperative purchasing before. You can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform by reaching out to your Starbridge contact.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Avondale
City Council City Council Meeting
Date: Aug 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council meeting included public comments regarding the implementation and use of automatic license plate readers and the potential implications for privacy and surveillance in the community. Following the public comment period, the council proceeded to address and pass the consent agenda, and subsequently voted to adjourn the meeting.
City of Avondale Planning Commission Planning Commission Meeting
Date: Aug 19, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included public hearings on a minor general plan amendment and a rezone for the City of Avondale Municipal Operations Warehouse, both of which were approved. The commission also considered and approved a rezone application for two parcels along North Central Avenue to facilitate the development of two single-family dwelling units. Additionally, the planning division provided an update regarding upcoming changes to state law affecting public hearing procedures.
City Council Meeting
Date: Aug 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Avondale.
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Albert BatesAssistant Chief of the Avondale Police Department
Does the City of Avondale use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
Municode Chapter 25 authorizes the City of Avondale to participate in cooperative purchasing agreements and to use piggyback contracts under that authority. Procurement staff may utilize cooperative contracts; vendors should review individual solicitations to identify specific cooperative sources used for a purchase.
How does the City of Avondale approve procurement contracts and awards?
Municode Chapter 25 grants the Procurement Agent authority to procure and execute agreements up to $100,000; purchases or contracts exceeding $100,000 require City Council authorization. The Code also defines change‑order limits, emergency procurement procedures, sole‑source authority, and protest rules.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does the City of Avondale use?
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The council meeting addressed the approval of a consent agenda and subsequently proceeded to adjourn the meeting.
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Municode Chapter 25 directs the City of Avondale’s procurement agent to take affirmative steps to assist small, minority, disadvantaged, and women‑owned businesses. The City also encourages participation from local and certified diverse vendors; contact the procurement office for certification and participation details.
