City of Celina

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Celina, OH
Country:: US

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City of Celina, Ohio 69kV Relaying and Control Panels Modifications RFP
Posted
Sep 24, 2026
Closes
Oct 21, 2026
Work includes upgrading their 69kv transmission system protection by modifying the existing relay and protection panels in various city substations. The city is therefore seeking proposals for the modification of existing relay panels. Modifications include the installation of new, city furnished, relay and control panels that will be installed on existing relay cabinet doors, and the rewiring required for the new panels.

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Census ID
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191176
Population
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10,936
Procurement Hell Score
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62 / 100
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Procurement Hell Score
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62 / 100
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- Sole Source: Deprioritize and pivot away immediately.
- Coops: Propose using the Ohio DAS Cooperative Purchasing Program instead of a formal bid.
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- City of Celina, OH shows no evidence of sole source contracting and adheres to competitive bidding. Recommendation: Do not pursue sole source; it will create unnecessary friction and delay. Pivot to a cooperative purchasing path to stay compliant and avoid the formal bid triggered by larger purchases.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Celina

Celina City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Jun 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council received updates regarding local road construction projects, specifically Grand Lake and Havemann Road, and the extension of the breakwater project. The Parks and Recreation department reported on Bryson Pool operations, highlighting recruitment challenges for lifeguards. New business included the approval of an ordinance to temporarily hire an additional dispatcher to facilitate training, and an ordinance authorizing a lease agreement with the Pink Anchor Foundation for Eastview Park. Discussions also addressed concerns regarding the status of an unsafe building at 121 S. Main Street, and the council entered an executive session to discuss the purchase or lease of property for public purposes.
Celina City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Jul 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council discussed various city updates, including recent events such as the Taste of Celina and preparations for the Lake Festival. Personnel updates within the Fire Department were shared, including the completion of training for a new firefighter and ongoing recruitment efforts. A proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year was presented, highlighted by general fund revenue estimates, and subsequently approved for submission. Legislative matters included the first reading of several ordinances regarding zoning changes and staffing adjustments for the fire department. Additionally, the council reviewed administrative reports concerning new shelter house construction in Bryson Park and addressed public inquiries regarding law enforcement collaboration, wastewater treatment staffing, and stormwater easement issues.

Key Contacts

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Brooke ShinnAuditor

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Roxann L. ShafferCity Tax Administrator

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Frequently asked questions

Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Celina?

City Council holds procurement authority for the City of Celina, acting on recommendations from the Mayor, Safety-Service Director, Auditor, Treasurer, and Law Director. Departmental purchasing is carried out by the Safety-Service Director and department staff, with financial oversight from the Auditor and Treasurer.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard contract terms for the City of Celina?

The City of Celina publishes procurement rules in its Codified Ordinances and documents internal purchasing controls in the City Personnel Policy & Procedure Manual. These sources reflect Ohio Revised Code bidding requirements and include approval authorities and employee ethics/conflict-of-interest provisions.

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City of Celina, Ohio 69kV Relaying and Control Panels Modifications RFP

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