The City of Dinuba hereby invites sealed bids from qualified vendors for the purchase and delivery of one (1) used articulating bucket truck for use by the City's Public Works Department.
The City is seeking a reliable and serviceable used bucket truck suitable for municipal Public Works operations. The City recognizes that used vehicles and equipment vary in year, mileage, operating hours, configuration, condition, maintenance history, and available features. Accordingly, bidders are not required to offer identical vehicles. Each bidder shall identify the specific vehicle being offered and provide sufficient information for the City to determine whether the vehicle meets the minimum specifications contained herein.
The City's maximum available budget is $100,000 total out-the-door, including all applicable taxes, delivery charges, documentation or dealer fees, registration fees, and any other costs associated with the purchase and delivery of the vehicle to the City of Dinuba.
The City intends to award the purchase to the lowest responsible bidder offering a vehicle that meets all minimum specifications and requirements of this Notice Inviting Bids.
The City of Dinuba Fire Department is seeking Statements of Qualifications from qualified architectural and engineering firms to provide professional design and related services for the City's proposed second fire station, to be built on City-owned property as identified in the City's updated Fire Master Plan. The selected consultant will review and advance the existing preliminary floor plan and site plan through final design and construction documents, covering all required architectural and engineering disciplines, cost estimating, permitting and agency coordination, bidding assistance, and construction administration. The consultant will work with City and Fire Department staff to validate the project scope and recommend changes for a functional, efficient, code-compliant, and cost-effective essential services facility.
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161293
Employee FTE
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154
Population
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25,949
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78 / 100
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There is no evidence that City of Dinuba uses cooperative purchasing or that its municipal code authorizes them today. Focus on formal competitive bidding. You can position these co-ops as another option, and your Starbridge contact can help you gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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City of Dinuba Contracts
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Kemper Sports Management, LLC (f/k/a Kemper Sports Management, Inc.) at City of Dinuba
Effective: Jul 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Fourth Amendment extends the Consulting and Management Agreement between the City of Dinuba and Kemper Sports Management, LLC for the Ridge Creek Golf Course. Effective July 1, 2025, the agreement's term is extended to June 30, 2035. Key financial provisions include a revised annual Fixed Management Fee of $120,000, an updated Incentive Management Fee structure, an annual Accounting Reimbursement of $28,800, and a KSM Capital Contribution Commitment of up to $150,000 for driving range improvements.
Kemper Sports Management, Inc. at City of Dinuba
Effective: Nov 13, 2005Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Consulting and Management Agreement between the City of Dinuba (Owner) and Kemper Sports Management, Inc. (KSM) details KSM's role in the development, operation, and management of a golf club facility. The contract is divided into three phases: pre-development consulting, development consulting (including 'grow-in' services), and long-term management. KSM will receive various fees, including monthly consulting fees of $6,000 (Phase I) and $8,000 (Phase II), an annual fixed management fee of $96,000 (Phase III) with annual 3% increases, and an incentive management fee based on gross revenues exceeding $2,000,000. The agreement outlines responsibilities for budgeting, financial procedures, insurance, and conditions for default and termination, emphasizing KSM's role as an independent contractor.
Kemper Sports Management, Inc. at City of Dinuba
Effective: Jul 1, 2011Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Second Amendment, effective September 27, 2011, modifies the Consulting and Management Agreement between the City of Dinuba and Kemper Sports Management, Inc. It extends the contract term for the management and operation of the Ridge Creek Golf Course until July 13, 2019. Key financial changes include an annual increase of the fixed management fee by three percent, effective July 1, 2011, and a reduction of the monthly accounting reimbursement fee from $3,433 to $2,000, effective January 1, 2012.
Kemper Sports Management, Inc. at City of Dinuba
Effective: Jul 1, 2020Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is the Third Amendment to the Consulting and Management Agreement between the City of Dinuba and Kemper Sports Management, Inc., for the management and operation of the Ridge Creek Golf Course. Effective July 1, 2020, this amendment extends the contract term until June 30, 2025, and revises compensation structures. The fixed annual management fee is reset to $84,000, with annual CPI increases. An incentive management fee is introduced, allowing KSM 5% of gross revenues exceeding $2,700,000, subject to certain conditions. The amendment also updates clauses on out-of-pocket expenses, annual reporting, admissions tax compliance, direct cost budgets, and working capital management.
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City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
Date: Apr 13, 2021Type: Meeting mention
The Council meeting agenda included various ceremonial matters, such as the oath of office for the Interim Fire Chief and Battalion Chief. Key consent calendar items involved approval of a professional services agreement amendment with AECOM Technical Services, a canine adoption agreement, the acceptance of a grant award from the Alta Healthcare District for a COVID-19 vaccine outreach program, and approval of an industrial disability retirement for a firefighter. Other agenda items included a public hearing on fee and fine adjustments, presentations on homeless outreach and COVID-19 updates, discussion on independence day celebration options, and an urgency ordinance regarding new massage businesses.
City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Aug 25, 2020Type: Meeting mention
The Council authorized the purchase of a new cardiac monitor/defibrillator for the Fire Department and a new Type 3 ambulance with related equipment. They also approved the submission of an application for funding through the Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus Response Round 1 Program. Additionally, the Council received reports regarding ongoing capital projects, including road improvements and infrastructure work, and heard updates from city staff on department operations.
Dinuba City Council Minutes
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Dinuba?
The City of Dinuba's purchasing and contracting system is established by the five‑member City Council; purchasing is administered by the Finance Department (Purchasing Agent/CFO), with departmental procurement handled by Public Works and other operating departments.
Where does City of Dinuba post bids and RFPs?
City of Dinuba posts bids, RFPs, RFQs, and other solicitations on the Beacon Bid portal, which is linked from the city's Business Services page; vendors can register on Beacon Bid and subscribe for free solicitation updates.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Dinuba?
Vendors register for City of Dinuba solicitations through Beacon Bid's vendor registration page; vendors doing business in the city must also obtain a City of Dinuba Business License from the Development Services Department.
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The City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2022-23 salary schedule and approved an ordinance regarding a zone change on N. Alta Avenue. Key actions included approving a team sponsorship for the United Health Centers foundation golf tournament, reviewing and authorizing the warrant register, and conducting a public hearing for the Castle Rock subdivision map and zone change. Additional agenda items covered the selection of delegates for the League of California Cities, a year-in-review presentation, various departmental updates, and a closed session focused on a liability claim and the City Manager's performance evaluation.
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What products and services does City of Dinuba procure?
City of Dinuba commonly procures public works construction and infrastructure, professional consulting and engineering services, vehicles and fleet equipment, police/fire and emergency services equipment, parks and community services supplies, business services, and information technology and software.
Does City of Dinuba use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
Charter §§1.01(D)–(E) authorizes the City of Dinuba to enter intergovernmental agreements and jointly deliver services with federal, state, county, special district, and other local agencies, providing legal authority to use cooperative purchasing or piggyback arrangements when executed by ordinance or agreement.
What procurement requirements does City of Dinuba publish for vendors?
Individual City of Dinuba solicitations set vendor requirements: vendors must obtain a City of Dinuba Business License, hold required legal licenses, maintain insurance acceptable to the City, provide bonds when required, and comply with federal clauses (e.g., 2 CFR 200.321) on federally funded procurements.
How does City of Dinuba approve procurement contracts and awards?
The five‑member City Council is the contracting authority; the Finance Department (Purchasing Agent/CFO) administers purchasing and the City Manager oversees administration. Published solicitations document an award and protest escalation chain from the Purchasing Agent to the City Manager and then to the City Council.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Dinuba?
Procurement policies and standard contract terms for the City of Dinuba are published in City Charter §5.05, in the Dinuba Municipal Code (codepublishing.com), and within individual solicitations such as RFP-CALOES-2024; these sources are linked from the city's Business Services and Municipal Code pages.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Dinuba use?
City of Dinuba requires affirmative steps under 2 CFR 200.321 for federally funded procurements; Beacon Bid registration includes a 'Special Designation' dropdown for MBE/WBE/SBE/Veteran/DBE classifications, and Charter §1.01(C) authorizes the City Council to adopt local bidding preferences by ordinance.
