The City of Greenville, North Carolina is accepting bids for its 2027 grass-cutting and lot-maintenance contract covering 50 City-owned lots in West Greenville. Work includes mowing on a biweekly schedule, with weekly mowing for specified lots, monthly dormant-season maintenance, debris removal, weed control, edging, trimming, repairs to ruts and holes, and replenishing flower-bed mulch or pine straw. The initial contract is for the 2027 contract year, with up to three additional annual extensions by mutual agreement; bids are due November 5, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
The City of Greenville, North Carolina is accepting bids for its 2027 grass-cutting and lot-maintenance contract covering 50 City-owned lots in West Greenville. Work includes mowing on a biweekly schedule, with weekly mowing for specified lots, monthly dormant-season maintenance, debris removal, weed control, edging, trimming, repairs to ruts and holes, and replenishing flower-bed mulch or pine straw. The initial contract is for the 2027 contract year, with up to three additional annual extensions by mutual agreement; bids are due November 5, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Sole Source:Only if a true emergency or proprietary need; otherwise pivot back to coops.
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.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Greenville
Greenville City Council Meeting
Date: Oct 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included the removal of rezoning and annexation items from the agenda for future consideration. The council formally recognized the achievements of the local youth All-star baseball team. Public commentary was heard from citizens expressing opposition to the newly implemented downtown curfew for individuals under 18 years of age. Multiple appointments were confirmed for the Environmental Advisory Commission, Human Relations Council, Multimodal Transportation Commission, Convention and Visitors Authority, and Planning and Zoning Commission. Additionally, members discussed ongoing vacancies and status updates regarding the Housing Authority and Police Community Relations Committee.
Greenville City Council Workshop
Date: Oct 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The workshop featured a presentation on the economic impact of tourism and updates on the operations of the Convention and Business Bureau. Key discussion points included the organization's strategic pillars, tourism initiatives such as the African-American Cultural Trail and sports tourism efforts, and the management of occupancy tax funds. Additionally, the council discussed proposed amendments to board bylaws to include representation from local educational institutions.
Greenville City Council City Council Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Greenville.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Greenville?
The City of Greenville Purchasing Division (Purchasing Office) centrally manages the city’s procurement and purchasing functions. The City’s Purchasing and Bid Postings pages provide purchasing contacts, procurement notices, policy links, and procedural information for vendors and staff.
Where does City of Greenville post bids and RFPs?
City of Greenville posts public bids, RFPs, and contract opportunities on its official Bid Postings (CivicEngage) page. The City’s Purchasing page links to those postings and provides options to view solicitations and sign up for email notifications.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Greenville?
Vendors register through the City of Greenville Vendor Self Service (VSS) / MUNIS portal using the City’s Vendor Registration Guide. The VSS portal manages vendor onboarding and payment registration, and the Purchasing page links to the registration guide and VSS site.
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Date: Oct 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council addressed public concerns regarding drug-related issues in local public housing. The agenda included the passage of several consent items, such as ordinances, easements, a police department grant, and the issuance of limited obligation bonds. In new business, the council approved an application for a U.S. Department of Transportation resiliency grant to evaluate the Lake Ellsworth Dam. Additionally, the council passed a budget ordinance amendment to provide funding for the sports complex project, housing grants, sanitation staff, and various stormwater capital improvements.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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What products and services does City of Greenville procure?
City of Greenville posts solicitations for consultants, service providers, contractors, vendors, and suppliers, indicating typical procurements include professional services, contractor/construction services, and vendor‑supplied goods and services that support municipal operations and projects.
Does City of Greenville use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
City of Greenville documents cooperative purchasing or piggyback authority in its Purchasing policy documents and within individual solicitation documents. Vendors should review the City’s Purchasing page and solicitation language for explicit cooperative purchasing clauses or state contract piggyback authority.
What procurement requirements does City of Greenville publish for vendors?
The City of Greenville requires vendors to review each solicitation for required forms, insurance, bonding, licensing, and other compliance terms, which are specified in solicitation documents. General onboarding information is provided in the Vendor Registration Guide and via the VSS portal.
How does City of Greenville approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Greenville Purchasing Division administers procurements and contract awards. Specific approval authorities, signature thresholds, and award procedures are published in the City’s purchasing policies and detailed within individual solicitation documents linked from the Purchasing and Bid Postings pages.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Greenville?
City of Greenville’s Purchasing page on greenvillenc.gov hosts the City’s procurement policy documents and standard contract terms, including the Local Preference Policy and its amendment. Vendors should consult that Purchasing page for authoritative policy documents and related purchasing materials.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Greenville use?
City of Greenville publishes a Local Preference Policy and an associated amendment on its Purchasing page, representing the City’s local vendor preference program. Vendors should consult the Local Preference Policy on the Purchasing page for program details, eligibility, and application rules.
