Seeking professional engineering services for the Island Parkway Pump Station and Force Main Improvements Project. The selected Consultant shall provide planning, feasibility, design, permitting, bidding, and optional construction support services
Buyer Attributes
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Census ID
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207602
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
144.8
Population
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28,752
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
45 / 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 $75,000 or less, use sole source; if over $75,000, route for City Council approval.
Coops:The City frequently procures goods/equipment through Sourcewell, TIPS, and NASPO ValuePoint; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding. Loop in the Finance Director to validate.
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Policy:Municipal Code Sec. 2-107(a) exempts all service contracts from competitive bidding. Position your offer as a specialized personal/professional service.
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You can get onboarded to the recommended cooperative paths by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
The City regularly uses cooperative purchasing for goods/equipment and has a documented history with HGACBuy; a 2018 agreement encouraged increased coop use.
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City of Belmont Contracts
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GovInvest Inc. at City of Belmont
Effective: Jan 1, 2017Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Service Agreement outlines the provision of actuarial consulting services by GovInvest, Inc. to the City of Belmont, the Belmont-San Carlos Fire Department, and the Belmont Fire Department. The services primarily involve Postretirement Healthcare actuarial reports, specifically GASB 75 OPEB Actuarial Valuations. The agreement details general terms, conditions, insurance requirements, and defines the contractual relationship. The scope of services includes actuarial valuations for a five-year term, with the service commencing on January 1, 2017, and concluding on January 1, 2022. The total fee for services for all three entities amounts to $19,980.
GovInvest Inc. at City of Belmont
Effective: Mar 1, 2018Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is Amendment No. 1 to Service Agreement 2017-007-00 between the City of Belmont and GovInvest, Inc. for Actuarial Consulting Services. The amendment expands the scope of services, detailed in Exhibit A-1, to include analysis of CalPERS Unfunded Actuarial Liability. The total compensation payable to the Consultant is amended not to exceed $29,980, increasing from the original $19,980. The amendment incorporates by reference all original terms and conditions not specifically modified. The amendment was signed by the Consultant on February 12, 2018, with services under the amended scope anticipated to begin in late March/early April 2018.
GovInvest Inc. at City of Belmont
Effective: Jun 17, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is an invoice (Invoice #2024-5566) from GovInvest Inc. to Belmont for a total of $49,250.00 USD. The invoice covers a one-time Compensation Implementation Fee and an annual subscription fee for a Compensation Module. The service period for the annual subscription runs from June 17, 2024, to June 16, 2027. The payment is due by August 11, 2024, with Net 30 terms.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Belmont
Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting
Date: Jul 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission reviewed a traffic study and complete streets checklist for the Alameda de las Pulgas Multimodal Safety Project, focusing on accessibility, traffic circulation, and safety improvements. They also approved recommendations for artist designs for the Happy Hydrant Centennial Art Project. Furthermore, the meeting included departmental reports on recent community events and updates regarding upcoming seasonal programs and festivals.
Belmont Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Jul 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission conducted a community forum regarding housing development incentives within the local transit corridor. A public hearing was held for a Single-Family Design Review at 1141 Villa Avenue, focusing on a proposed second-story addition, where the commission reviewed roof styles, building elevation, tree preservation, and residential design criteria before adopting a resolution. Additionally, the commission received updates regarding the cancellation of future meetings, the upcoming opening of an affordable housing project, and feedback on neighborhood outreach procedures.
Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
Key Contacts
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Belmont?
The City Manager is the City of Belmont's purchasing officer. City Council approves contracts and formal awards by resolution under Belmont City Code Chapter 2, Article V; the Belmont Fire Protection District conducts its own procurement under a separate Board of Directors.
Where does the City of Belmont post bids and RFPs?
The City of Belmont posts solicitations on its Bidding & Contract Opportunities page, which links to PublicPurchase for bid notices, document distribution, and solicitation records. Parks & Recreation maintains a separate departmental bidding page; typical notice types include RFP, RFQ, and CCN.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Belmont?
Vendors must obtain a Belmont Business License through the City’s HdL business‑license portal and register on PublicPurchase to receive bid notifications and access solicitation documents for the City of Belmont. HdL Companies administers the City's business license services.
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The meeting included public hearings regarding single-family design reviews for projects at 1502 Escondido Way and 1800 Robin Whipple Way, involving discussions on architectural design, tree removal, and neighborhood outreach. Additionally, the Director provided general updates concerning the adoption of the Fiscal Year 26-27 budget, the Safety Element, the Harbor Industrial Area update, and various development projects nearing completion.
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What products and services does the City of Belmont procure?
The City of Belmont commonly procures public works construction and maintenance, professional services (planning, consulting), fleet and vehicle purchases, facility maintenance and painting, building inspection services, and active‑transportation/bicycle infrastructure improvements. These categories are reflected on the Public Works and Parks & Recreation departmental pages.
How does the City of Belmont approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City Manager acts as the City of Belmont purchasing officer and originates departmental expenditures; the City Council approves contracts and awards by resolution under Belmont City Code Chapter 2, Article V. The City Attorney handles legal‑services procurement and the Finance Department supports contract administration.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Belmont?
Vendors can find procurement rules in the Belmont City Code Chapter 2, Article V (Purchasing) and in the Council‑adopted Procurement/Purchasing Policy (adopted July 25, 2023). The Finance Policies page links to purchasing policies, and the purchasing officer maintains qualified contractor lists per state law.