City of Ceres

Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for City of Ceres.

Buyer type:: City
Location:: Ceres, CA
Country:: US

City of Ceres RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

Richland Avenue Reconstruction RFP
Open
Jul 30, 2026
Closes
Aug 27, 2026
Work to be performed includes storm drain improvements, traffic-signal modifications, street lighting, signage and striping, full-depth recycling (fdr-c) of the roadway pavement, asphalt paving, reconstruction of curb, gutter, sidewalks, curb ramps, driveway approaches, as necessary to achieve ada compliance.

Buyer Attributes

Key metrics and characteristics

Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
183855
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
181
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
48,982
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
62 / 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.
TraditionalStartup-Friendly
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How to Sell to City of Ceres

Procurement guidance and navigation tips.

Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
62 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: Deprioritize sole source; only use if unavoidable, otherwise pivot back to a coop path.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell, BuyBoard, or CMAS; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Sole Source
- City of Ceres rarely uses sole source for purchases above $25,000 and lacks supporting public records. Deprioritize this path and pivot to cooperative contracting to bypass the low competitive bidding threshold and avoid a lengthy, uncertain formal process.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Cooperatives
- City of Ceres uses cooperative purchasing and is authorized to piggyback to bypass formal bidding; purchases over $25,000 typically require City Council approval. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.

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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Ceres

City Of Ceres, California Parks And Recreation Master Plan
Date: Mar 1, 2016Type: Strategic Plan
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan for the City of Ceres, California, outlines a strategic direction for developing and managing its park and recreation system. The plan analyzes existing facilities, assesses community needs through public input, and provides detailed recommendations for improvements, expansion, and programming. It also explores various funding mechanisms, with a vision to balance passive and active recreational opportunities, establish comprehensive neighborhood and community parks, and foster strategic partnerships to enhance the city's recreational and cultural services.
City Council of Series Regular Meeting
Date: Jul 27, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included public comments regarding state legislation, youth programs, pedestrian and traffic safety concerns, and the maintenance of public spaces. The council handled conflict of interest declarations and approved various consent calendar items. Additionally, the council authorized a contract with AM Signal for a citywide intelligent transportation system modernization project, which includes upgrading traffic controllers, implementing video detection technology, and enhancing situational awareness capabilities through security cameras.
Planning Commission, City of Ceres Regular Meeting
Date: Jun 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Planning Commission discussed several items, including a variance request for sign area requirements for a property on E. Hatch Rd, which was approved with conditions. The commission also considered amendments to the Municipal Code related to the Housing Element and affordable housing policies, ultimately approving them with a modification to parking requirements. Additionally, the commission received an update regarding a potential moratorium on car washes and gas stations. Finally, the commission debated and approved a change to the compensation structure for its members.