The City of Berkeley seeks proposals for gardening education, hands-on garden workdays, garden maintenance, and related educational resources at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center.
The City of Berkeley is soliciting proposals to provide wheelchair-accessible transportation services for eligible older adults and adults with disabilities.
Qualified, certified ServiceNow Partner organizations to
provide comprehensive Professional Services for the City’s ServiceNow platform. The objective is to secure a strategic partner capable of maintaining the existing ecosystem including but not limited to IT Service Management (ITSM), Project Portfolio Management (PPM), IT Asset Management (ITAM), customer Portal, and mobile application while ensuring seamless integration with the City’s enterprise systems (Microsoft 365, Azure.)
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
123092
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
1,747
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
121,911
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
65 / 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.
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City of Berkeley Contracts
Track vendor wins and renewal opportunities
Tyler Technologies, Inc. at City of Berkeley
Effective: Jul 1, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is an amendment to Contract No. 114159-1 between the City of Berkeley and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for professional services, software maintenance, and hosting related to CAD & Fire Software. The amendment revises the scope to cover FY23 and FY24 maintenance and professional services, and adjusts the contract term from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2024, with an additional extension to June 30, 2025 noted. It adds $619,442.94 to the contract. The amendment also includes compliance with the Sanctuary City Contracting Ordinance. Multiple 'total not to exceed' figures are present, leading to ambiguity regarding a single global contract total.
Tyler Technologies, Inc. at City of Berkeley
Effective: Jul 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is an amendment to Contract No. 114159-1 (originally 10515) between the City of Berkeley and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) Software (New World) services. The amendment, authorized by Resolution No. 71,495-N.S., adds $645,173 for software maintenance and support for FY25 (July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025) and FY26 (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026). The total contract value, including this amendment, is increased to a not-to-exceed amount of $2,934,123, and the term is extended from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2027. It also includes provisions for discontinuing maintenance on specific applications and compliance statements for Sanctuary City and Oppressive States ordinances.
Tyler Technologies, Inc. at City of Berkeley
Effective: Jul 1, 2021Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is an amendment to Contract No. 10515/114159-1 between the City of Berkeley and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for software implementation and maintenance services. This amendment adds $288,750.27 for software maintenance renewals for the period of July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2022, bringing the total cumulative contract amount to $1,535,672.52. The contract term has been extended multiple times, with the latest extension pushing the overall contract end date to June 30, 2023.
Tyler Technologies, Inc. at City of Berkeley
Effective: Jul 1, 2019Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is an amendment package for a contract between the City of Berkeley and Tyler Technologies, Inc. It details an increase of $300,287.25, bringing the total contract value to $931,922.25. The amendment specifically covers New World software, maintenance, and integration services, including components for Fire integration with CAD and an ePCR interface. The amended contract term runs from July 1, 2019, to June 30, 2020.
Tyler Technologies, Inc. at City of Berkeley
Effective: Mar 15, 2017Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract is a License and Services Agreement between Tyler Technologies, Inc. and the City of Berkeley for the upgrade and implementation of New World CAD & Fire RMS public safety software and associated professional services. The agreement encompasses software licensing, professional services, third-party products, and maintenance and support. The total authorized contract amount is $1,164,210, with an effective period from March 15, 2017, to June 30, 2020. The contract details payment terms, compliance requirements, and provisions for dispute resolution and termination.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Berkeley
Zoning Adjustments Board Action Minutes
Date: Oct 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed several land use permits and administrative items. Approvals were granted for a leave of absence for a committee member and a modification of a condition of approval for a property on Grayson Street. A use permit application for 3048-3050 Shattuck Avenue was continued to a date not certain. The board also approved a mixed-use development project at 2900-2920 Shattuck Avenue involving the construction of 242 dwelling units and commercial space, as well as the demolition of a commercial building at 701 University Avenue. Additionally, the board received subcommittee reports regarding design review and shared staff announcements concerning recent City Council actions.
3x3 Committee Of The Berkeley City Council And Berkeley Housing Authority Meeting Minutes
Date: Feb 9, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee held a session featuring a presentation and discussion regarding the BART station development update. Additionally, the committee received operational updates from the Berkeley Housing Authority, specifically concerning an office move and emergency housing vouchers.
Berkeley City Council Annotated Agenda
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Berkeley.
Don ColbertActing Equipment Maintenance Superintendent
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Frequently asked questions
Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Berkeley?
The General Services Division within the City of Berkeley Finance Department centrally manages procurement, issuing and awarding non-construction bids and RFPs and opening construction bids; the City Manager oversees operations and the Berkeley City Council sets policy and approves high-value contracts.
Where does the City of Berkeley post bids and RFPs?
City of Berkeley posts bids, RFPs, RFQs, and other solicitations on its official bid portal at berkeleyca.gov/doing-business/working-city/bid-proposal-opportunities; submissions typically close at 2:00 pm on the date specified and vendors can subscribe to GovDelivery for notices and results.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Berkeley?
Vendors register using the City of Berkeley vendor sign-up form on the Information for Vendors page; vendors must maintain an active Berkeley business license and submit required compliance ordinance forms before payment. Vendors can also subscribe to GovDelivery for bid notifications.
The City Council meeting included ceremonial recognitions of the outgoing and incoming Director of Police Accountability, a presentation from the BART Board Director, and recognitions of United Against Hate Week and Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Key legislative actions included adopting ordinances related to surveillance technology vendor accountability and the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan. The Council approved various contract amendments for property management, website maintenance, video streaming services, and restroom renovations. Additionally, financial contributions were authorized for community celebrations, and support was voiced for a state ballot proposition. Public hearings were held regarding revisions to the Environmental Health fee schedule and amendments concerning the undergrounding of electrical transformers in residential districts. Further business included an update to the Affordable Housing Preference Policy and the establishment of the 2027 City Council meeting schedule.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track City of Berkeley meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
What products and services does the City of Berkeley procure?
The City of Berkeley procures supplies, equipment, software, construction services, and professional consulting services; the General Services Division establishes purchasing and maintenance agreements across these categories and seeks vendors that meet City compliance and solicitation requirements.
Does the City of Berkeley use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The City of Berkeley permits piggyback contracts under its purchasing authorities, allowing reliance on existing competitively procured contracts from other jurisdictions when scope and compliance match; non-competitive piggybacks typically require City Council waiver and formal vetting for policy compliance.
What procurement vendor requirements does the City of Berkeley publish?
City of Berkeley requires vendors to hold an active Berkeley business license and submit applicable compliance forms (Living Wage, Equal Benefits, Nondiscrimination/Workforce Composition, Nuclear Free Zone, Oppressive States, Sanctuary City). Insurance, bonding, and federal debarment rules vary by solicitation and are specified in each bid.
How does the City of Berkeley approve procurement contracts and awards?
The Berkeley City Council approves service contracts above $50,000, goods above $100,000, and construction above $200,000; the City Manager and General Services Manager can approve waivers for sole source, emergency, or inadequate competition, and the City Auditor reviews contract compliance procedures.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard contract terms for the City of Berkeley?
Vendors can find procurement policies in the Berkeley Municipal Code and the City's Purchasing Manual on berkeleyca.gov; policies cover competition thresholds, sole-source waiver procedures, piggyback authority, and approval limits for solicitations and contracts.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does the City of Berkeley use?
The City of Berkeley provides a local preference: a 5% bidding preference for qualifying local business enterprises on certain goods and non-professional services contracts and up to five additional evaluation points for Berkeley-based professional services proposals; social-responsibility ordinances also affect vendor eligibility and scoring.