A public trail and park access development project that includes: the construction of several 6' wide asphalt trail spurs, at grade in existing mowed areas; metal benches on concrete pads; kiosk signage; aluminum fencing; picnic tables; trash receptacles; bollards; funding designation signage; a flag pole with concrete footing; tree plantings; curb cuts required erosion and sediment control best management practices; and the rehabilitation/repairs of an existing bridge (trellis) and installation of steel fencing.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
112063
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
4,417
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
42 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:Only pursue if a documented emergency; otherwise pivot to COSTARS immediately.
Coops:Frequently procures through COSTARS; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Borough of Honesdale rarely uses sole source—limited to documented emergencies. Practical note: expect to provide emergency justification/documentation. Otherwise, pivot to COSTARS.
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Borough of Honesdale actively uses cooperative purchasing, with a strong preference for Pennsylvania COSTARS. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Borough of Honesdale
Honesdale Borough Council Regular Meeting
Date: Aug 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council addressed numerous operational and financial matters, including approving various community event requests such as parades, holiday tree decor, and road closures. Key financial actions included adopting resolutions for pension fund signatories, finalizing the Stormwater loan repayment, engaging a firm for the Capital Improvement Program, and authorizing grant applications for public works equipment, police vehicles, and audio-visual upgrades. Maintenance contracts for elevators were revised, and various stormwater and paving projects were approved. Zoning matters included the appointment of new officers, hiring a zoning consultant, reducing Planning Commission membership, and scheduling a hearing for a liquor license transfer. The council also approved attending the upcoming PSAB conference and executing a vision renewal agreement.
Honesdale Borough CDBG Public Hearing
Date: Aug 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The hearing focused on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. An overview was provided regarding program objectives, eligible funding activities, and the administrative process. Participants reviewed the borough's previous project performance and discussed the anticipated entitlement grant funding for the upcoming federal fiscal year, noting the requirement for projects to align with national objectives such as benefiting low-to-moderate-income persons or eliminating urban blight.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Borough of Honesdale.
What products and services does the Borough of Honesdale procure?
The Borough of Honesdale commonly purchases utilities; public works materials and services (road paving, stormwater, sewer and water supplies); municipal insurance and employee benefit premiums; legal and professional services; police vehicles and equipment; building maintenance, parks, solid-waste, office supplies, and contracted professional services.
How does the Borough of Honesdale approve procurement contracts and awards?
Per Resolution No. 2012-005, the Borough Council must approve expenditures and a Purchase Order is required for every vendor purchase. Approval tiers require one signature under $250; purchaser plus committee chair/vice-chair for $250–$999; three signatures plus two written quotes for $1,000–$2,499; $2,500+ requires three signatures and three written quotations, with higher-value procurements following Pennsylvania Borough Code sealed-bid rules.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the Borough of Honesdale?
Honesdale Borough Council Regular Meeting
Date: Jul 20, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting covered several administrative and operational matters. Key topics included a presentation on the 2025 financial audit, the filling of a councilor vacancy, and the reorganization of council officers. The council awarded a bid for the Terrace Heights Area Stormwater Upgrade Project and ratified various street closure and event requests. Official reports were presented by the Mayor, Solicitor, and committee heads covering topics such as financial reallocations, the hiring of new DPW staff, pay increases for existing employees, and the disposal of surplus municipal property. Additionally, the council directed the solicitor to draft ordinances regarding street obstacles and parking directions.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track Borough of Honesdale meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Vendors can find the Borough of Honesdale's procurement policies in Resolution No. 2012-005 'Purchasing Policy' on the borough website, the Borough Code on eCode360, and the Pennsylvania Borough Code (8 Pa.C.S.A. §1402) for advertising, sealed-bid, and bond requirements that apply to the borough.
