It is the intent of this specification to obtain annual contract for ground fertilization and chemical applications necessary to maintain designated City grounds in a healthy, attractive, and properly maintained condition. The contract shall include all labor, supervision, equipment and materials. Services may include but not limited to fertilization, weed control, pre-and post-emergent herbicide and other horticultural chemical applications authorized by the City.
The City of Bedford is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to provide all labor, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, and incidental services necessary for the removal and replacement of warrantied water meters within the City of Bedford.
The project will consist of replacing existing water meters identified by the City as defective, damaged, malfunctioning, or otherwise eligible for warranty replacement. The Contractor shall coordinate all meter replacement activities with the City of Bedford Public Works/Utilities Department and shall perform the work in accordance with City requirements, applicable manufacturer specifications, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Conference Date
Date: October 27, 2026 at 9:30 AM CDT
Public Works Services Center, located at 1813 Reliance Pkwy, Bedford, TX 76021.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
176372
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
362.4
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
47,958
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
44 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:If sale is less than ~$50,000, sole source is only permissible if no alternatives exist and procurement directs it; otherwise pivot back to coops/DIR.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, and Texas DIR; 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 Bedford (TX) maintains a rigid stance against sole source. No identified sole-source awards above the formal competitive bidding threshold (~$50,000). Practical tip: if pursued, expect strict justification that no equivalent exists and close procurement scrutiny. Default to cooperative contracts instead.
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The City has used cooperative purchasing (e.g., Sourcewell and OMNIA Partners) to streamline buys. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
Recommended (accessible through Starbridge):
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Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Bedford
Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Bedford Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission reviewed and approved the final plat for Gateway Village, while also discussing the potential to transition future platting procedures to an administrative process. Additionally, the commission evaluated and recommended approval for a Special Signage Program application for the Gateway Village development, which involved detailed discussions regarding requests for deviations from the City's Sign Ordinance, specifically concerning sign height, visibility, and structural design standards.
Bedford Parks and Recreation Board Meeting Minutes
Date: Aug 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board received updates from the Council liaison and the Director of Parks, Recreation, and Facilities regarding various city projects, including the Veterans Memorial construction, disc golf course expansion, Generations Park lake maintenance, and the Strategic Plan. Additional project updates were provided concerning green projects, park lighting, soccer field completion, and playground structure additions. The board also discussed and approved an application for the Bench Program at Generations Park and reviewed the status of various individual parks throughout the city.
Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Bedford Regular Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Bedford.
What vendor requirements does the City of Bedford publish?
The City of Bedford publishes solicitation‑specific vendor requirements — required forms, insurance, bonding, licensing, and other compliance items — on DemandStar and Beacon Bid with each solicitation. Vendors must review each City of Bedford solicitation document on those portals for precise submission instructions and required documentation.
Who manages procurement contracts and purchasing for the City of Bedford?
Procurement contracts and purchasing are managed by the City of Bedford Purchasing Department; Purchasing Manager Angi Mize is listed on the City's Purchasing page. Contact the Purchasing Department using the phone or email shown on that page for solicitations, purchase orders, and contract administration.
Where does the City of Bedford post bids and RFPs?
Native sync to Salesforce & HubSpot
Date: Jul 23, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission reviewed and discussed proposed revisions to the Zoning Ordinance Appendix B, specifically addressing screen requirements, landscaping standards, and tree preservation policies. Deliberations centered on the establishment of an approved plants list, incorporating regional standards from Texas SmartScape and the North Central Texas Council of Governments, and clarifying procedures for mandatory tree replacement. The commission ultimately voted to recommend approval of the revised ordinance sections to the City Council.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
Know what buyers discuss before RFPs drop
Track City of Bedford meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
The City of Bedford posts bids and RFPs on DemandStar and Beacon Bid and accepts electronic submissions through those portals. Vendors should register on those City of Bedford portals to view solicitations, receive addenda, and submit electronic bids.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Bedford?
Vendors register with DemandStar or Beacon Bid to receive notifications, view solicitations, and submit electronic bids to the City of Bedford. Beacon Bid offers free registration; vendors should verify and maintain accurate contact information on those portals to receive messages and addenda.
What products and services does the City of Bedford procure?
The City of Bedford commonly procures construction projects, utility services (electric, water, natural gas), and trash and recycling/solid‑waste services, as reflected on the City's Bidding and Purchasing pages. Vendors should monitor the City of Bedford bid portals for category‑specific solicitations and register to receive notices.
How does the City of Bedford approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Bedford Purchasing Department administers solicitations; bid awards and status are posted on DemandStar and Beacon Bid, and the Purchasing Manager listed on the Purchasing page handles contract execution and related questions. Vendors can check those City of Bedford portals for award postings and next‑step guidance.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Bedford?
The City of Bedford Purchasing Policy (updated August 2025) is available for download from the City of Bedford Purchasing page. The Purchasing page also lists contact information for policy questions and links to standard terms and forms used in City of Bedford solicitations.
