How do vendors register with the City of Grapevine?

Vendors register free through the City of Grapevine's IonWave supplier portal (gpvine.ionwave.net/VendorRegistration.aspx), linked from the City's Vendor Registration page; registration enables automatic bid/RFP email notifications, additional user accounts, and collection of SAM.gov Unique Entity ID information.

Does the City of Grapevine use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

Yes. The City of Grapevine uses interlocal cooperative purchasing under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 791, has executed cooperative agreements with neighboring jurisdictions, and authorizes purchases via BuyBoard or interlocal agreements through Council authorization or an authorized designee.

What procurement requirements does the City of Grapevine publish for vendors?

The City of Grapevine requires contractor insurance, and applies state compliance rules: bid/performance/payment bonds for competitively bid procurements $50,000 and above, Texas Form 1295 disclosure for contracts over $15,000, Chapter 176 conflict disclosures, and other applicable state clauses.

How does the City of Grapevine approve procurement contracts and awards?

The City of Grapevine routes purchasing by thresholds: department quotations under $3,000; Purchasing‑obtained three written bids for $3,000–$50,000; formal competitive bids for $50,000 and above with awards made or approved by City Council. Approved contracts are posted on the Contracts & Procurement Transparency page.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard contract terms for the City of Grapevine?

Vendors can find the City's Procurement Policies, Objectives and Ethics page, the Guide for Suppliers, and the Contracts & Procurement Transparency page on grapevinetexas.gov; these pages include bid thresholds, ethics, insurance requirements, HUB guidance, and references to controlling state statutes.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Grapevine, TX
Country:: US

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Grapevine CMAR Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements (Request for Proposal)
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Nov 20, 2026
Seeking a qualified construction management at risk firm. The firm must demonstrate that it has the resources, experience and qualifications necessary to provide services in connection with construction manager at risk services for improvements to the city wastewater treatment plant (WWTP). Project involves the improvements to the city's wastewater treatment plant, including filtration, aeration, and service water system improvements.
Integrated Public Safety System (Request for Proposal)
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Oct 29, 2026
Integrated public safety system.
Integrated Public Safety System (Request for Proposal)
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Oct 29, 2026
Integrated public safety system.

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50,714
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34 / 100
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- Sole Source: Use only if the solution is truly proprietary or essential for continuity; otherwise pivot to coops immediately.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell and 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 Grapevine, TX uses sole source for highly specialized or proprietary technology that is essential for continuity of service or uniquely available. Work with the Purchasing Division (lwright@grapevinetexas.gov, tmoss@grapevinetexas.gov) to prepare the justification, mirroring the city’s past proprietary software renewals. If your product doesn’t clearly meet these criteria, deprioritize and move to cooperative purchasing.
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- The city has used cooperative purchasing before and relies on it to streamline buys and avoid formal bids. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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City Council Of The City Of Grapevine Regular Session Meeting
Date: Jul 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council meeting addressed multiple agenda items, including an executive session regarding pending litigation, real property acquisition, and economic development negotiations. The council conducted several public hearings concerning amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and various Conditional Use Permits for commercial and performing arts projects. Additionally, the council handled new business, such as the approval of a sole-source agreement for a bronze sculpture, a contract for water and sanitary sewer improvements, and a wide-ranging consent agenda covering various departmental purchases, appointments, and grant applications.
City Council of the City of Grapevine Regular Session
Date: Jun 16, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council held a meeting that included an executive session regarding legal, real property, and economic development matters. Public hearings were conducted for several conditional use permits, such as those for automotive retail, repair facilities, and restaurant alcohol sales, alongside zoning ordinance amendments for business park and government-use districts. The Council also processed Mayoral appointments of Council Liaisons to various boards and commissions. Action was taken to authorize specific municipal procurements, including fire apparatus engine replacement, equipment purchases for golf and library services, and various maintenance and software service contracts.

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What supplier diversity or HUB programs does the City of Grapevine use?

The City of Grapevine follows the Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) program; its Guide for Suppliers requires soliciting quotations from at least two HUB businesses listed on the State's HUB roster for purchases between $3,000 and $50,000.

Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Grapevine?

The City of Grapevine's Purchasing Division, within the Fiscal Services Department, manages procurement under the City's Council‑Manager form of government. The Purchasing Agent and staff handle solicitations and purchasing activity, with executive oversight by the City Manager and governing authority by City Council.

Where does the City of Grapevine post bids and RFPs?

The City of Grapevine posts solicitations on its IonWave e‑bidding portal (gpvine.ionwave.net), linked from the City's Purchasing page, and publishes contract awards and procurement transparency documents on the Contracts & Procurement Transparency page on grapevinetexas.gov.

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City of Grapevine RFPs

Grapevine CMAR Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements (Request for Proposal)

Integrated Public Safety System (Request for Proposal)

Integrated Public Safety System (Request for Proposal)

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Integrated Public Safety System (Request for Proposal)

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