Provide construction engineering and support services for improvements include roadway pavement, median modifications, landscaping and irrigation, roadside signs, streetlight systems, traffic signal equipment and video detection systems, and traffic striping, pavement markers, and pavement markings. The selected Consultant(s) will provide construction administration, oversight, inspection, contract administration, and related services necessary to support successful completion of the project.
Seeking Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) from qualified and innovative organizations interested in developing a strategic public-private partnership to advance autonomous and/or emerging transportation services throughout the City.
Seeking experienced and qualified multimedia production firms, creative agencies, and/or video production houses to provide comprehensive multimedia content production and creative services, event coverage, and television programming support services for the City's Multimedia Division.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
183833
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
353
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
90,808
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
52 / 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:Use only for unique professional services under CMC 2611(e); draft justification with the department head and plan for City Council approval if over $25,
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, and NASPO ValuePoint; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
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The city has used cooperative purchasing before and allows it (e.g., under CMC 2611(f) or (g)). This path helps bypass the low $75,000 formal bidding threshold. Validate the specific vehicle with the Purchasing Manager and align an internal champion in the requesting department.
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Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
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City of Carson Contracts
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AdminSure, Inc. at City of Carson
Effective: Aug 15, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is Amendment No. 2 to an Agreement for Contract Services between the City of Carson (buyer) and AdminSure, Inc. (seller). The amendment, effective August 15, 2024, extends the existing agreement for an additional one-year term, expiring August 15, 2025. This extension increases the total not-to-exceed contract sum for third-party administration of workers' compensation claims from $427,812 to $540,168. The document also includes various insurance certificates and endorsements for AdminSure, Inc., covering liability, auto, workers' compensation, professional liability, and cyber insurance for the period of 2024-2025.
AdminSure, Inc. at City of Carson
Effective: Aug 15, 2020Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is Amendment No. 1 to an Agreement for Contract Services between the City of Carson and AdminSure, Inc. The amendment extends the original agreement, under which AdminSure, Inc. acts as the City's Third Party Administrator for workers' compensation claims, by one year, from August 15, 2023, to August 15, 2024. This extension increases the total not-to-exceed contract sum from $317,664 to $427,812, with the compensation for the extended year being $110,148. The amendment also details the compensation for a possible second option year (August 15, 2024, through August 14, 2025) at $112,356. The document further includes various insurance certificates and policy endorsements for AdminSure, Inc., listing the City of Carson as an additional insured for these policies.
AdminSure, Inc. at City of Carson
Effective: Aug 15, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a Purchase Order for AMENDMENT #2 to a Contract Services Agreement between the City of Carson and AdminSure Inc., for third-party work comp claims administration services. The original contract term is from August 15, 2020, to August 14, 2025. This specific purchase order covers the fiscal year 2024/2025, from August 15, 2024, to June 30, 2025, with a total value of $112,356.00.
GovInvest Inc. at City of Carson
Effective: May 21, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Purchase Order (PO #22500403) from the City of Carson's Human Resources & Risk Management department is for market research and compensation study services provided by GOVINVEST INC. The services are rendered under a Master Service Agreement dated 05/21/2024, with a contract term from May 21, 2024, to May 20, 2025. The total cost for these services under this purchase order is $23,000.00.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Carson
Carson Reclamation Authority Meeting
Date: Oct 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board discussed closed session items regarding the appointment of a Chief Operating Officer and property negotiations. Financial reports were reviewed, highlighting the need for improved coordination between the finance department and treasurer concerning reserves and cash flow reporting. The meeting also included a presentation on the Lunardo construction project, covering budget, scheduling, and funding sources.
City of Carson City Council Council Meeting
Date: Sep 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting featured a youth proclamation for the Mayor of the Day program, which aims to promote civic engagement and leadership among children. The council also conducted a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding ongoing litigation. A significant portion of the session was dedicated to National Voter Registration Day, during which the City Clerk emphasized the importance of ensuring accurate voter registration records and encouraged eligible residents to participate in the upcoming election process.
Environmental Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Feb 4, 2026
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Carson.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Carson?
The City of Carson's Purchasing Division in the Finance Department manages procurement under the Carson Municipal Code, Article II, Chapter 6. The Purchasing Manager implements purchasing policy while the City Manager and City Council provide administrative oversight and final approvals.
Where does City of Carson post bids and RFPs?
City of Carson posts bids, RFPs, and Invitations for Bids on its Bid/RFP Opportunities page and on the PlanetBids vendor portal. Vendors should register on PlanetBids to view solicitations, receive addenda, and submit electronic responses when required.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Carson?
Vendors register on the PlanetBids vendor portal to view City of Carson solicitations and receive addenda. To claim the City's local preference, vendors must submit a Local Business Certification and hold an active City of Carson business license at or before bid submission.
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The commission held an election for the positions of Chair and Vice Chair, both of whom were re-elected. A discussion took place regarding Senate Bill 707 and the regulations for remote commission meetings. Staff provided an update on commission priorities for the year, upcoming community events such as Earth Day, the progress of the climate action plan, and grant applications for city tree maintenance. Additionally, the commission discussed potential initiatives for community gardens, the Marathon Los Angeles Refinery Modernization Project, and traffic and detour impacts related to the Vincent Thomas Bridge closure.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track City of Carson meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
What products and services does City of Carson procure?
City of Carson routinely procures materials, supplies, equipment, professional services, and public works/construction as administered by its Purchasing Division. Public-contract thresholds and competitive procurement rules in the Carson Municipal Code apply to public projects and services.
Does City of Carson use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
Yes. The Carson Municipal Code authorizes cooperative purchasing for professional services and public projects when the Purchasing Manager reviews the originating solicitation/contract, the selection and pricing are fair and reasonable, and the participating contract meets the Code's timing and compliance conditions.
How does City of Carson approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City Manager or designee may approve and sign contracts up to $75,000; purchases and contracts over $75,000 require City Council approval under CMC §2604. Award rules and protest procedures for larger procurements are codified in the Municipal Code.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Carson?
Procurement policies and standard terms are published in the Carson Municipal Code, Article II, Chapter 6, and summarized on the City's Purchasing Guidelines page. Protest procedures and related timelines (e.g., filing deadlines) are specified in CMC §2613.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Carson use?
City of Carson's Local Business Preference (CMC §§2601, 2611.1) provides a local bid preference—typically 10% (alternate 5%)—for eligible materials, supplies, services, and equipment contracts under $100,000. Vendors must submit a Local Business Certification and hold a current City of Carson business license.
