Does Charter Township of Brownstown participate in cooperative purchasing?

Charter Township of Brownstown participates in the MITN (Michigan Inter-governmental Trade Network) Purchasing Group, a Michigan cooperative purchasing network that shares solicitations via BidNet Direct. The township’s Bid Opportunities page confirms its partnership with MITN/BidNet for cooperative postings.

Where can vendors find procurement policies for Charter Township of Brownstown?

The Brownstown Charter Township Code of Ordinances on Municode is the township’s official source for procurement policies, purchasing rules, and contract procedures; the township’s Ordinances page links to Municode where vendors can review applicable purchasing chapters and standard terms.

Charter Township of Brownstown

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Brownstown Twp, MI
Country:: US

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Census ID
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167334
Employee FTE
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146
Population
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32,680
Procurement Hell Score
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48 / 100
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Procurement Hell Score
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48 / 100
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- Sole Source: Not a viable path here—deprioritize.
- Coops: 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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- Charter Township of Brownstown: No public evidence of sole source awards; deprioritize this path and focus on competitive bids or cooperative contracts instead.
- Practical note: If a buyer raises sole source, ask for written justification and confirm approval steps with the Clerk’s Office before investing time.
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Cooperatives
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- The township uses cooperative purchasing, and Sourcewell is an approved path.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Charter Township of Brownstown

Charter Township Of Brownstown Board Of Trustees Regular Work Session
Date: Oct 19, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The scheduled regular work session was cancelled due to a lack of submissions for the agenda.
Charter Township of Brownstown Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission reviewed reports on various infrastructure projects, including community center renovations, parking lot construction, land conversion efforts, and general park maintenance activities. Recreation division updates included schedules for seasonal events, upcoming Halloween programming, and status reports on various fall classes such as yoga, Pilates, and swimming. Senior programs were also discussed. Additionally, the commission addressed old business concerning master plan goals and accessibility ratings, and reviewed new business items, including adjustments to parking lot plans and emerging e-bike safety concerns in parks.
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
Date: Aug 20, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board addressed several zoning variance requests. One case involved a residential property on McMillan Road, where a variance for a front yard setback was granted to facilitate the construction of a single-family home. Additionally, the board considered four variance requests related to a proposed commercial auto wash facility on Gibraltar Road, concerning setbacks, road frontage, and access requirements. The applicants for the commercial project presented site plans and discussed the unique topographical and access challenges of the parcel.

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Key Contacts

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Tonya TrevinoBookkeeper

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Ken BrandauBuilding Official

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Frequently asked questions

Who manages procurement contracts for Charter Township of Brownstown?

Charter Township of Brownstown’s procurement contracts are managed by the township and overseen by its seven-member Board of Trustees. The Board includes Supervisor Sherry Berecz, Clerk Maureen Brinker, Treasurer Michael Eberth, and Trustees Steven R. Allen, David Chapman, Roger Jones, and Patrick Killian.

Where does Charter Township of Brownstown post bids?

The Charter Township of Brownstown posts bids on the MITN Purchasing Group portal via BidNet Direct, linked from the township’s Bid Opportunities page. Vendors should monitor that Bid Opportunities page for current solicitations and links to the official MITN/BidNet Direct postings.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with Charter Township of Brownstown?

Vendors register for Charter Township of Brownstown opportunities through the MITN Purchasing Group on BidNet Direct; registration is free and vendors can choose a 'Limited Access' profile for Brownstown-only notifications. For assistance contact BidNet support at 800-835-4603 (option 2).

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