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Sep 22, 2026
Oct 6, 2026
The City of Grand Rapids is seeking bids to furnish and install exercise equipment at its Fire Training Station. This is a single solicitation, numbered 805-57-48. Bids are due October 6, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. EDT.
Posted
Sep 17, 2026
Oct 6, 2026
Work consists of improvements to restroom building, pavement and utilities, miscellaneous demolition, new sidewalks, new site furnishing, site grading, landscaping and related work.
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Sep 11, 2026
Oct 5, 2026
The City of Grand Rapids is soliciting proposals for Insurance Agent of Record services under solicitation 918-69-01. The opportunity is an active procurement for professional insurance-agent services, not a grant program, and is available through the City's designated purchasing process. Proposals are due October 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM EDT.
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1,715.8
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201,183
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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 approved a development and reimbursement agreement with Slick Investments, LLC for the 111 Barnett Street NE, 830 Fourth Street NW, and 838 Butterworth SW Redevelopment Project, along with associated interlocal tax capture sharing agreements. Additionally, the board approved the August 2026 activity report for the Environmental Site Assessment Grant Program, the Pleasant Hills I amendment to the LBRF developer reimbursement agreement, and the issuance of a request for proposals for legal services. Other business included a discussion regarding a request to the Affordable Housing Fund and clarification on various revolving loan fund programs managed by the department.
The Commission addressed a Special Land Use and Site Plan Review request for a new multiple-family development at 2450 7th St. NW, which was approved with conditions including wetland protection measures and infrastructure coordination. Additionally, the Commission granted a six-month extension request for 740 & 742 Clancy Avenue NE. Discussion took place regarding cumulative traffic impacts from nearby developments and the importance of proactive infrastructure planning, followed by public comments covering concerns over traffic safety, pedestrian infrastructure, density analysis, and the impact of the approved development on neighborhood character.
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The Board of Zoning Appeals met to consider dimensional variance requests for a spa business project at 3535 Lake Eastbrook SE. Key discussion topics included the request for dimensional variances regarding front, side, and waterfront setbacks to accommodate a spa facility featuring saunas and cold plunges, along with shared parking arrangements. The board evaluated the project against exceptional circumstances, property rights, master plan consistency, and potential impact on the neighborhood. The board ultimately approved the requested variances, allowing the project to proceed.
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