What products and services does City of Albion procure?

City of Albion's Bidding & Purchasing page publishes Major Vendor Lists that record categories of products and services the city procures. The city solicits price quotes, competitive bids, and statements of qualifications across those listed categories; vendors can review the Major Vendor Lists for typical procurement categories.

Does City of Albion use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

City of Albion is a member of the Michigan Intergovernmental Trade Network (MITN), a municipal cooperative that coordinates bidding and purchasing for member agencies; Albion solicitations are published via the MITN Purchasing Group on BidNet Direct.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Albion?

City of Albion's procurement rules and standard terms are established in the City Charter and Code of Ordinances, which are published on Municode. Chapter 15 of the Code specifically addresses purchasing procedures; vendors should consult those ordinance sections for formal policy and terms.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Albion, MI
Country:: US

City of Albion RFPs

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2027-2028 Grass and Brush Abatement Program RFP
Posted
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Closes
Nov 19, 2026
The City of Albion seeks labor and equipment to cut weeds on private properties.
Building Department, Inspection, Zoning & Code Enforcement Services (Request For Proposal)
Posted
Nov 1, 2026
Closes
Nov 20, 2026
The selected consultant shall operate the City's Building Department and assist the City in administration and enforcement of applicable building, trade, zoning, rental, and property maintenance regulations.
Planning Services - Qualifications-based Selection (QPS) (Request For Proposal)
Posted
Nov 1, 2026
Closes
Nov 20, 2026
Consultant will provide planning services to support: City Administration; City Council; Planning Commission; Zoning Board of Appeals; Downtown Development Authority (DDA); Albion Economic Development Corporation (EDC), Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Authority, and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (BRA).

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204655
Employee FTE
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Population
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7,474
Procurement Difficulty Score
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55 / 100
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Quick Decision Flow
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- Sole Source: Only if uniquely necessary; partner with the department to prepare a Council-ready justification memo.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell and MITN; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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- Entity: City of Albion, MI
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- City of Albion has used cooperative purchasing; they maintain a Sourcewell membership and leverage MITN. You can help them get onboarded through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform by reaching out to your Starbridge contact.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Albion

Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 20, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included a public hearing regarding the reclassification of 950 Davis Road from the college district to the mixed-use district. Additionally, the commission reviewed a housing assessment presentation covering demographic trends, analysis of the current housing stock, the impact of the student population on housing needs, and a review of goals for master plan updates.
Albion City Council City Council Meeting
Date: Oct 19, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included presentations from AARP regarding Albion's recognition as an age-friendly community and the Tech Savvy Seniors program, and from Star Commonwealth regarding the Focus Forward program for young adults. Additionally, the council issued a proclamation for Red Ribbon Week to promote drug, alcohol, and violence prevention awareness among youth.
City Council City Council Meeting
Date: Sep 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council received a detailed presentation on the Big Albian Plan, an economic revitalization initiative focused on redeveloping downtown properties into a mix of residential apartments and commercial storefronts, supported by a state grant and the Albian Reinvestment Corporation. Additionally, a presentation was provided by the Michigan Water Stewards regarding an environmental initiative aimed at cleaning up urban waterways and addressing the impact of pollution in the region.

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Albion?

The City of Albion's Purchasing Division, within the Office of the City Manager, administers purchasing and procurement. The Mayor and City Council are the city's governing body and set policy; meeting schedules and City Manager responsibilities are listed on the city's official government pages.

Where does City of Albion post bids and RFPs?

City of Albion posts solicitations on its Bidding & Contracting Opportunities page and publishes solicitations through the Michigan Intergovernmental Trade Network (MITN) on BidNet Direct. Vendors should monitor the city's bids page and the MITN/BidNet Direct portal for posted solicitations.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Albion?

Vendors register through the MITN Purchasing Group on BidNet Direct to access City of Albion bidding documents, view solicitations, and download attachments. For assistance, vendors may contact MITN/BidNet Direct support at (800) 835-4603, option #2.

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City of Albion RFPs

2027-2028 Grass and Brush Abatement Program RFP

Building Department, Inspection, Zoning & Code Enforcement Services (Request For Proposal)

Planning Services - Qualifications-based Selection (QPS) (Request For Proposal)

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City of Albion RFPs

2027-2028 Grass and Brush Abatement Program RFP

Building Department, Inspection, Zoning & Code Enforcement Services (Request For Proposal)

Planning Services - Qualifications-based Selection (QPS) (Request For Proposal)

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