Provide landscape maintenance services to the common areas within a specific zone of landscaping and lighting act district 22. The work to be performed consists of, but is not limited to; landscape maintenance of parkways, median islands and slopes (including mowing and edging), weeding, sweeping, pruning of shrubs and groundcovers, fertilizing, litter clean-up, tree trimming for pedestrian and vehicle clearances, etc.
Work consist of 735 sf of litter removal/cleanup and weed control on paved sidewalks, walkways, medians, pathways, parking areas cleanup and pool areas, entries and exits and weed control, insect, disease, pest, and rodent control, 2,580 sf of lawn areas - mowing (mulching permitted) and edging, 2,580 sf of lawn areas - fertilization, 2,580 sf of lawn areas - weed control. See attached file.
Perform landscape maintenance work. Landscape maintenance of parkways, median islands and slopes (including mowing and edging), weeding, sweeping, pruning of shrubs and groundcovers, fertilizing, litter clean-up, tree trimming for pedestrian and vehicle clearances, etc.
Sole Source:If sale is less than around $60,000 for services, deprioritize; unlikely to be approved above formal thresholds.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, 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 Calabasas, CA. No evidence of sole source awards above the formal bid threshold since 2020. The city’s low competitive bidding thresholds (around $60,000 for services) frequently trigger formal processes, making sole source a poor path.
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The city uses cooperative purchasing and is an active Sourcewell member with prior successful use. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Calabasas City Council City Council Meeting
Date: Oct 14, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included a report on closed session litigation, public comments regarding upcoming community events and local transportation concerns, and a presentation of the August 2026 crime report. The council and staff provided announcements concerning emergency preparedness for potential fire risks, upcoming candidate forums, community festivals, and the introduction of a new Chief Financial Officer.
City Council Of The City Of Calabasas Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 18, 2006Type: Meeting mention
The City Council meeting covered several administrative and legislative items. Key actions included the adoption of ordinances regarding the transient occupancy tax, refund claims, and telephone users tax. The Council authorized contracts for supplemental public transportation services and professional film permit processing, and accepted the completion of the Annual Citywide Cape Seal project. Public hearings were held regarding affordable housing in-lieu fees and density bonus provisions, with both items continued to a future meeting, and a resolution was approved to vacate a portion of Driver Avenue. Additionally, the Council approved documents for the 2006 Certificates of Participation related to the City Hall and Civic Center Project and discussed changes to the meeting schedule for upcoming months.
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Calabasas, and which procurement policies apply?
Procurement is decentralized across the City of Calabasas: each department manages its own solicitations while the Finance Department and the City Attorney provide citywide procurement policy support. Purchases are conducted under the Calabasas Municipal Code purchasing procedures and departmental solicitations coordinate with Finance and legal staff.
Where does the City of Calabasas post bids, RFPs, and notices of award?
The City of Calabasas posts bids, RFPs, RFQs, and notices of award exclusively on the City of Calabasas OpenGov Vendor Portal. Proposals and bid submissions must be uploaded through OpenGov, which provides posting details, submission instructions, deadlines, and late-submission rules.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Calabasas?
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Calabasas City Council City Council Meeting
Date: Sep 9, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council discussed a closed session report concerning a city manager evaluation and a lawsuit. Public comments addressed local road safety concerns at the Paxton Place and Los Virgenes Road intersection. A Sheriff's report for July 2026 detailed crime statistics, including robbery, burglary, and theft incidents. Additionally, a legislative update provided information on the formation of a gender equality department in Los Angeles County, updates on housing vouchers for the homeless, and preparedness measures for upcoming storms and El Niño events, alongside notice of a lawsuit filed against State Farm regarding insurance claims.
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Vendors register for free through the City of Calabasas OpenGov Vendor Portal, as directed on the City's Purchasing & Bids page. The page links to OpenGov vendor guides; registration is required to submit proposals and to receive portal notifications of posted solicitations.
What products and services does the City of Calabasas procure?
The City of Calabasas procures goods, professional services (including architectural, engineering, and legal), and public works/construction projects. These durable procurement categories are governed by the City's purchasing system under the Calabasas Municipal Code; solicitations specify project scope and requirements.
What vendor requirements does the City of Calabasas publish for procurement?
The City of Calabasas specifies solicitation-specific vendor requirements; public works projects are explicitly subject to California prevailing wage rules. Required forms, bonds, insurance, and contract terms are listed within each solicitation and in the Calabasas Municipal Code provisions referenced by the solicitation.
How does the City of Calabasas approve procurement contracts and issue awards?
The City of Calabasas evaluates awards according to solicitation criteria and the Calabasas Municipal Code and issues award notifications through the OpenGov Vendor Portal. Individual departments conduct solicitations with Finance Department and City Attorney support during evaluation and award steps; approval authority is governed by the Code.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard contract terms for the City of Calabasas?
Vendors can find procurement policies and standard contract terms on the City of Calabasas Purchasing & Bids page and in the Calabasas Municipal Code (Chapter 3.40) on Municode. Those sources set the City's purchasing system, procedures, and legal provisions that govern solicitations and contracts.
