The City of Fremont, Nebraska is requesting quotes for all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to purchase and commission a large-volume natural gas filter and large-volume natural gas ultrasonic meter. Quotes must be submitted to the Fremont City Clerk at 400 East Military Avenue, Fremont, Nebraska, and must guarantee the bidder’s good faith to honor the proposal for ten days if accepted by the City Council. The City reserves the right to select the quote that provides the best workmanship and materials regardless of price, reject any or all quotes, and waive informalities.
The City of Fremont, Nebraska is soliciting proposals for Waste Transfer Station (WTS) services, including all necessary information and costs. An optional pre-bid public meeting is scheduled for September 8, 2026, and questions may be submitted through September 16, 2026. Physically delivered proposals are due by October 23, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. CST, and emailed proposals will not be accepted.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
169591
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
260
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
28,350
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
44 / 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 the solution is uniquely available, pivot to Sole Source with a clear justification and required approvals.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding. Other cooperative options include DAS Statewide Contracts and ESUCC Cooperative Purchasing.
Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
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The city has used cooperative purchasing before (active Sourcewell participant), which they treat as a pre-competed, fast-track path. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Fremont
City Council Meeting
Date: May 9, 2023Type: Meeting mention
The meeting featured a presentation from the Business Improvement District (BID) concerning ongoing efforts to revitalize the downtown area. Key discussion topics included prioritizing specific projects for the upcoming municipal budget cycle, such as the repair and replacement of city-owned parking lots, the implementation of screening and aesthetic enhancements for these parking areas, and the potential installation of decorative entrance archways. The Council reviewed these proposed initiatives to evaluate their feasibility and alignment with the city's comprehensive plan.
Fremont City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Mar 29, 2022Type: Meeting mention
The meeting addressed various community concerns during public comment, including fireworks regulations, local drainage issues, and a commendation for the library's recent book sale. The Board of Equalization conducted a public hearing regarding assessments for the business improvement district. The Mayor recognized several city employees for their service awards. The council amended the agenda to move two items, approved consent agenda items, and engaged in a detailed discussion regarding the vetting process and necessary experience qualifications for applicants seeking cement and asphalt work licenses.
City Council Special Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Fremont.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Fremont?
The City Administrator oversees day-to-day operations and the Finance Department manages purchasing, while the City Council provides governing oversight and final approvals. Operating departments such as Public Works and Utilities execute procurements within their program areas and coordinate with Finance and Council agendas.
Where does the City of Fremont post bids and RFPs?
The City of Fremont posts bids, RFPs, and contract opportunities on its official Bid Postings portal (CivicEngage) at https://www.fremontne.gov/Bids.aspx. Vendors can view posted solicitations there and subscribe to receive text or email notifications of new solicitations and updates.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Fremont?
Vendors register through two City channels: construction trades register with the Building Permits & Inspections Division via the Registration & Examination process, and general bidders subscribe for bid notifications through the City of Fremont Bid Postings portal. Construction registration also documents exam and insurance requirements.
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Date: Aug 23, 2022Type: Meeting mention
The council reviewed the fiscal year 2021 governmental funds, covering revenue, expenditures, and capital projects. Key financial discussions included the performance of the sales tax and street funds, an analysis of the city's financial reserves, and the status of various utility funds. The meeting also addressed the impact of the Property Tax Request Act on future property tax levy requests and examined the policies regarding unassigned fund balances and reserve minimums.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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What products and services does the City of Fremont procure?
The City of Fremont commonly procures construction services, electrical, mechanical/HVAC, plumbing and pipefitting, onsite wastewater services, utilities-related services (electric, gas, sewer, water), and consulting/professional services. These categories align with municipal operations and trade registration classifications on the City website.
Does the City of Fremont use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The City of Fremont, as a Nebraska political subdivision, is eligible to use the Nebraska Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Cooperative Purchasing program to purchase goods and services from State Contracts when the contracted vendor agrees to participate.
What procurement requirements does the City of Fremont publish for vendors?
The City of Fremont requires trade registrants to submit specified liability insurance, proof of passed trade examinations or reciprocal registration, and a U.S. Citizenship Attestation form as listed on the Registration & Examination page. The page specifies $250,000 minimum insurance for general contractors and $1,000,000 for master-level trades.
How does the City of Fremont approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City Council is the approval authority for procurement contracts and awards for the City of Fremont. Departments such as Finance, Public Works, and Utilities manage procurements and route contract recommendations and agenda items to the Council via the CivicEngage Agenda Center for formal consideration.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Fremont?
The Fremont Municipal Code is the official source for the City of Fremont's procurement and purchasing ordinances and is published at https://www.fremontne.gov/427/Fremont-Municipal-Code. An index of City Ordinances is available and the City Clerk can be contacted for questions at the City website listings.
