The City of Goodyear, (“City”) is soliciting proposals from qualified Construction Managers at Risk (“CMAR”) to provide Pre-construction design phase services and complete construction phase services for the Estrella Parkway and MC85 Intersection Improvements (Project). The CMAR will be chosen through a qualifications-based selection process. Construction of the Project will be by the CMAR delivery method.
Sole Source:Generally avoid; only consider if truly unique—otherwise pivot back to coops.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell or OMNIA; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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City of Goodyear, AZ shows a strong aversion to sole source above the formal threshold, with only one instance since 2016. Practical note: deprioritize this path and pivot to cooperative contracts to bypass high insurance/bonding requirements and the lengthy (often ~90 days) formal bid cycle.
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City of Goodyear has used cooperative purchasing before. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Goodyear
Youth Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Oct 28, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Commission received updates from the Chair and Vice Chair regarding proposed bylaw changes presented to the City Council Sub-Committee. Participants conducted recaps of the annual Make a Difference Day and Fall Festival events. The meeting included a discussion on eligibility requirements for upperclassmen to attend the National League of Cities Conference, with a requirement for interested students to prepare presentations for the following month. Additionally, the commission explored fundraising opportunities for the Arizona Special Olympics and held breakout group sessions to coordinate annual projects.
Goodyear City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Nov 2, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting featured a public comment session during which residents expressed concerns regarding leadership integrity, fairness in election practices, and the inclusive representation of religious symbols in public spaces. The Council approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Arizona Child Abduction Response Team. Additionally, the Council discussed and approved a firming water delivery agreement with the Central Arizona Water Conservation District, which included an overview of the Arizona Water Banking Authority and the specific methodologies for recovering banked water credits to mitigate projected shortages.
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Goodyear?
The City of Goodyear Procurement Office (Vendor Services/Procurement) manages purchasing, solicitations, and vendor outreach for the City. The Vendor Services/Procurement webpage provides contact information, solicitation guidance, and instructions for coordinating procurements with City departments.
Where does City of Goodyear post bids and RFPs?
The City of Goodyear posts public solicitations through its Procurement Office and the City’s online procurement portal (Bonfire). Vendors can view current solicitations, bid results, and submission instructions via the portal link on the City of Goodyear Vendor Services/Procurement webpage.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Goodyear?
Vendors register free through the City of Goodyear’s Procurement Portal (Bonfire) by providing company information and contact details. The Vendor Services/Procurement page links to the portal and explains registration to receive solicitation notices and submit proposals or bids.
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Arts & Culture Commission Education And Programs Subcommittee Meeting Minutes
Date: Oct 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed and selected themes for the 2027 Library Fine Art Shows, settling on 'Walk in the Park', 'Rural America', and 'Light and Shadow'. Additionally, the committee reviewed the 'After Hours Art Talks' program, evaluating a proposal to transition to a bi-monthly schedule with earlier meeting times, integrating community workshops, and identifying potential future discussion topics such as historical lectures and flower arranging.
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What procurement requirements does City of Goodyear publish for vendors?
The City of Goodyear publishes solicitation-specific vendor requirements on each procurement posting; vendors must review every solicitation for required forms, insurance, bonding, licensing, and other compliance items listed per solicitation. Always download and follow the bid package documents available in the portal.
How does City of Goodyear approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Goodyear Procurement Office issues and manages solicitations, while contract award authority and protest procedures are governed by the City municipal code (Art. 3-4). Vendors should consult the municipal code and contact the Procurement Office for award rules, signatures, and protest steps.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Goodyear?
Official City of Goodyear procurement policies and standard contract terms are published in the City municipal code (Art. 3-4) and summarized on the Vendor Services/Procurement webpage. Those sources describe solicitation methods, purchase thresholds, and standard terms vendors must follow.
