Procurement for the upgrade of the Wastewater Digester Blower System at the City Wastewater Treatment plant, including furnishing and installing new blowers, motors, piping, and diffusers, as well as cleaning and replacing existing diffusers.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
207676
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
232
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
13,869
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
37 / 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:If sale is less than $50,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell or OMNIA Partners; 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 of Fernandina Beach regularly uses cooperative purchasing, and you can get onboarded to the recommended path by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
Unlock detailed thresholds, contracting paths, payment terms, and vendor benchmarks for this buyer.
Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Fernandina Beach
Technical Review Committee Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee conducted a first step site review for a proposed metal building construction project. Key discussions included warnings regarding ongoing scamming attempts targeting planning applicants, confirmation of zoning requirements and necessary buffers, and the requirement for a stormwater system for the project. Additionally, the committee received an update regarding the internal circulation of the city's speed hump policy.
Code Enforcement and Appeals Board Regular Hearing
Date: Aug 2, 2018Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed requests for the reduction of fines for properties located at 708 Centre Street and 613 Fir Street. Updates were provided regarding the property status at 818 San Fernando Street, and the board decided to continue holding fines in abeyance while that property is on the market. Furthermore, the board reviewed and made determinations on code violation cases involving parking restrictions for commercial or recreational vehicles at 731 N. Fletcher Avenue and the presence of inoperable motor vehicles at 1014 S. 10th Street. The board also addressed the reappointment of a member.
Golf Course Advisory Board Regular Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Fernandina Beach.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Fernandina Beach?
The City of Fernandina Beach Finance Department/Comptroller administers purchasing under the City Purchasing Policies & Procedures Manual. The manual is issued to all departments and provides the governing procedures; contact the Finance Department/Comptroller for purchasing guidance and department-level administration details.
Where does the City of Fernandina Beach post bids and RFPs?
The City of Fernandina Beach posts solicitations on its CivicEngage 'Bid Postings' page and distributes bid documents and notifications through the DemandStar e-bidding platform. Vendors should monitor the CivicEngage bids page and register on DemandStar to receive notices and download solicitation documents.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Fernandina Beach?
Date: Jun 13, 2018
Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed the success of a recent golf course tour by City Commissioners and received updates on golf course conditions, including aerification procedures and maintenance projects. The financial report noted the impact of rainfall on driving range revenue, although overall trends remain consistent with the projected budget. Updates were provided regarding upcoming tournaments, the status of the scholarship fund, the removal of hazardous rain shelters, and various marketing initiatives including public events, charity involvement, and summer golf camps. Additionally, the board discussed agronomy plans and public comments regarding future commission meetings.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
Know what buyers discuss before RFPs drop
Track City of Fernandina Beach meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Vendors should register with DemandStar to receive bid notifications and access e-bidding materials for the City of Fernandina Beach; the City also provides a Vendor Application packet in its Document Center that includes a W-9 and, when required, a Certificate of Insurance to be submitted per solicitation instructions.
Does the City of Fernandina Beach use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
Cooperative purchasing and any piggyback authority for the City of Fernandina Beach are governed by the City Purchasing Policies & Procedures Manual; vendors should review the manual and individual solicitation documents to confirm whether a specific cooperative vehicle or piggyback clause is authorized for a given purchase.
What procurement requirements does the City of Fernandina Beach publish for vendors?
The City of Fernandina Beach Vendor Application packet lists a W-9 and, when required, a Certificate of Insurance; solicitation documents specify solicitation-specific insurance, bonding, licensing, or other compliance requirements and the City's standard terms and conditions.
How does the City of Fernandina Beach approve procurement contracts and awards?
Contract approvals and award thresholds for the City of Fernandina Beach are defined in the City Purchasing Policies & Procedures Manual and are administered by the Finance Department/Comptroller; the manual specifies approval rules, delegated authority, and required steps for awards and contract execution.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Fernandina Beach?
Vendors can find the City of Fernandina Beach Purchasing Policies & Procedures Manual in the City Document Center; the manual contains official purchasing policies, standard contract terms, thresholds, and procedural guidance for all departments and vendors doing business with the City.