Work includes phase 2 of the city dock flood resiliency project. Description: site demolition, earthwork, paving; sheeting and shoring; dewatering filtration; wet utilities; dry utilities; wet well; marine work.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
128028
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
450
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
40,634
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
58 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:If sale is less than $100,000, pursue a direct purchase per city procedures; deprioritize sole source and pivot to a cooperative path.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell and OMNIA Partners; 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 Annapolis:There is no documented use of sole source awards above the procurement threshold. Deprioritize building a sole source case and pivot immediately to a cooperative purchasing route. Note: Competitive bidding threshold is $100,000.
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You can get onboarded to the recommended cooperative vehicles by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
City of Annapolis uses cooperative purchasing and is authorized to piggyback (Code Chapter 6.08); Sourcewell membership is confirmed.
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The commission held a work session dedicated to reviewing new development projects at St. John's College, specifically the proposed Arts and Academic building and the relocation of the Chancellor Johnson house. Key discussion topics included the architectural massing and its harmony with surrounding campus buildings, the utilization of single-loaded corridors, plans for interior student art gallery spaces, and the selection of exterior materials such as brick and cast stone to ensure compatibility with the historic character of the campus.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Meeting
Date: Oct 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting focused on the review of several supplemental appropriations and fund transfers. Key discussion items included the funding of union contract obligations through budget transfers, adjustments between capital reserve and paygo funding, and the approval of grants for the fire department. The committee reviewed federal grants for medical equipment, including cardiac monitors and AEDs, as well as an underwater remotely operated vehicle for search and rescue operations. Members emphasized the need for greater financial transparency, data granularity, and justification in the budget revision process for future financial reporting.
Public Safety Committee Meeting
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Who manages procurement contracts and purchasing for the City of Annapolis?
The City of Annapolis Central Purchasing Office is the procurement authority responsible for procurement across City departments; it approves and processes purchase orders and serves as the primary vendor contact for purchasing questions and submission instructions.
Where does the City of Annapolis post bids and RFPs?
The City of Annapolis posts bids and RFPs on its official Bid Postings (CivicEngage) page on the City website; each listing links to an individual solicitation page with submission instructions, deadlines, and Central Purchasing contact details.
What vendor requirements does the City of Annapolis publish for bidders?
The City of Annapolis publishes solicitation-specific vendor requirements on each bid page; vendors must review every solicitation for required forms, submission instructions, insurance or bonding requirements, and contract terms. Individual solicitations include delivery/email submission details and Central Purchasing contact information.
Date: Oct 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed legislation O-26-26, which proposes transitioning special residential parking districts from numerical to alphabetical designations. Action on legislation O-28-26 regarding the waiver of Department of Transportation fines was postponed to allow for the drafting of necessary amendments. The committee also received a detailed presentation from the Office of Emergency Management regarding FY25 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) grant projects. Key initiatives covered included updating the city's Emergency Operations Plan, procuring a new logistics vehicle, and funding equipment sustainment for the Fire Department, including hazmat units, technical rescue gear, and a new bomb squad robot, as well as joint Police and Fire K9 support operations.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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How does the City of Annapolis approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Annapolis Central Purchasing Office approves and processes purchase orders and handles procurement for City departments; proposals and award routing follow instructions on each solicitation, with Central Purchasing identified as the office handling award processing and related questions.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Annapolis?
City of Annapolis procurement policies and standard terms are available via the Central Purchasing Office page and its 'Regulations and Applications' section on the City website. For statutory bid-protest procedure guidance, consult Maryland regulation COMAR 14.13.01.16 as referenced for procurement processes.