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Jul 30, 2026
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Aug 20, 2026
The City of Grand Rapids is soliciting Occupational Medical Services under reference 948-47-03 as a services procurement, not a grant. The contractor will provide pre-employment physicals, drug testing, injury management, and related occupational medical services. The opportunity was published July 30, 2026 and remains open for responses until August 20, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. EDT.
Jul 29, 2026
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Aug 13, 2026
Seeking bids for the purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) Cisco Catalyst Routers Series 8300 and components, as per the specifications contained herein.
Jul 29, 2026
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Aug 12, 2026
Seeking bids for the purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) Cisco Secure Firewalls 3K Series and components, as per the specifications contained herein.
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185901
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1,715.8
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This document outlines two Statements of Work (SOWs) that amend an existing Master Service Agreement between the City of Grand Rapids and PayIt, LLC, originally effective July 1, 2021. The first SOW (dated December 21, 2022, and effective January 14, 2023) introduces Point of Sale and Interactive Voice Response payment channels, with a $17,500 cost for POS equipment and an increase of $200,000 to the contract with a $1.4M annual not-to-exceed limit, with services extending through June 30, 2024. The second SOW (dated May 12, 2023, and effective July 24, 2023) details the implementation of PayIt Checkout services, including a $5,000 setup fee. Both SOWs outline service scopes, responsibilities, and transaction-based pricing models.
This is an E-Payment Services Agreement between Point & Pay, LLC and the City of Grand Rapids, MI. It outlines the provision of electronic payment services, including various modules (Counter, Web, IVR) and payment device options. The initial contract term is three years, commencing November 7, 2015, with automatic annual renewals. Compensation is based on applicable interchange rates plus a 0.4% service fee per transaction. The agreement covers intellectual property, confidentiality, warranties, liability, data security, exclusivity, and an EMV liability indemnification notice.
This is a Support Agreement between Bellefeuil, Szur, & Associates, Inc. (Licensor) and the City of Grand Rapids (City) for yearly software updates and unlimited telephone support for various BS&A Software .NET Programs. The agreement specifies an annual fee of $71,535, itemized by program, and includes provisions for automatic one-year renewals and fee adjustments based on CPI. The contract was signed on October 24, 2017, and incorporates terms from a prior Licensing Agreement.
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Grand Rapids
The board meeting focused on several key agenda items, including the approval of an interlocal agreement related to the 970 Monroe project and the amendment of the agenda to include this resolution. The board discussed tax capture agreements, specifically interlocal agreements with the DDA, Smart Zone Local Development Finance Authority, and the North Monroe TIFFA district to facilitate redevelopment projects and reimbursements. Additionally, the board approved an environmental site assessment program update for the new fiscal year, reviewing multiple grant requests for environmental assessments for various commercial and housing redevelopment projects.
The committee held a discussion regarding high-rise firefighting protocols, including operational challenges like reflex time, resource requirements, and water supply issues, as well as fire prevention and inspection programs. The meeting also addressed intergovernmental mutual aid agreements for emergency response and touched upon the upcoming presentation regarding police K9 program policies and crime statistics.
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The meeting encompassed two committee sessions: the Committee on Appointments and the Fiscal Committee. The Committee on Appointments confirmed the appointment of a new member to the Community Relations Commission, discussed the board and commission vacancy list, including a vacancy on the Historic Preservation Commission, and addressed a request for sending letters of appreciation to families of deceased members. The Fiscal Committee approved an amendment to the investment policy for retiree healthcare defined benefit plans, a resolution to repeal authorization to trade securities with specific broker-dealer firms, and authorization to do business with Breen Capital LLC. Additionally, the Fiscal Committee accepted a grant award from the WGI Foundation for the purchase of a wood grinder to support composting operations, approved a contract with Experience Grand Rapids for fiscal year 2027, and authorized a police recruit class to attend Grand Valley State University.
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