Grover Beach is seeking a qualified landscaping professional to assist the City staff in weekly, biweekly, and monthly City landscaping maintenance and other as needed landscaping maintenance services including but not limited to the Scope of Services listed below. The City desires to enter into a three (3) year contract with two optional one (1) year contract extensions when agreed upon by both parties. A notice to proceed will be issued to the successful bidder upon award of the contract by the City. The City of Grover Beach reserves the right to terminate or suspend this contract at any time. Contractor Requirements: Contractor must be registered with the DIR and shall possess and maintain throughout the duration of this contract, all insurance, licenses and permits required, including a C-27 Landscaping and Pest Control Operators License. Contractor shall provide proof of public liability insurance, workmen’s compensation, unemployment insurance and automobile insurance. Information to be updated annually or on change of insurance carrier.
The City of Grover Beach is requesting proposals from qualified firms to provide Janitorial Services for City Facilities. The City desires to enter into a three (3) year contract with two optional one (1) year contract extensions when agreed upon by both parties. A notice to proceed will be issued upon award of the contract by the City. The City of Grover Beach reserves the right to terminate or suspend this contract at any time. To be considered, proposals must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 11, 2026. Interested firms are invited to submit three (3) printed copies of their proposals and one electronic copy in PDF format on a flash drive to the following address: City of Grover Beach Attn: Billy Haas - Public Works 154 S. 8th Street Grover Beach, CA 93433 All proposals will be compared on the basis of understanding the scope of work to be performed, methods and procedures to be used, management, personnel and experience, and consultation and coordination with the City of Grover Beach. Your firm is invited to submit a proposal for your services, together with other required information listed in the attached Request for Proposal. Only those proposals submitted per the City’s proposal requirements found on pages 6-7 of this package and certified by an authorized company officer will be considered. Proposals received by fax will be rejected.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
123155
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
69.1
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
12,456
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
48 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:If the need is proprietary or for continuity of service, work with purchasing to justify.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, and NASPO ValuePoint; 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 Grover Beach occasionally uses sole source for specialized professional services. Position your product as proprietary or essential for continuity. Work directly with the purchasing department to prepare the sole source justification. City Council approval is required for any contract exceeding $100,000.
Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
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You can get onboarded to these cooperative paths by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
Unlock detailed thresholds, contracting paths, payment terms, and vendor benchmarks for this buyer.
Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Grover Beach
City Council Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 28, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Council conducted ceremonial proclamations, reviewed an informational update from Waste Connection, and approved several consent items including treasurer's reports, the award of a construction contract for street improvements, and a professional services agreement for the Housing Element Update. A public hearing was held to adopt an ordinance establishing hours of use for park sport courts and playgrounds. Additionally, the Council discussed and took positions on statewide ballot measures for the November 2026 election, aligning with the League of California Cities.
Grover Beach City Council Minutes
Date: Aug 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council meeting addressed various municipal matters, including the announcement of a Council member's resignation and the introduction of new city employees. Ceremonial actions included a proclamation for Hunger Action Month and a police badge pinning ceremony. The Council held a public hearing regarding amendments to the Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance, reviewed the Long-Term Water Supply Study draft report, and established a procedure to fill a vacant District 3 Council seat by appointment. Additionally, the Council adopted a resolution supporting pilot rail service and reviewed various administrative reports and committee updates.
City Council Minutes
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Grover Beach.
Nick SzametAdministrative Services Director / City Treasurer
Frequently asked questions
Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Grover Beach?
The City Manager's Office and the Administrative Services Department administer procurement for the City of Grover Beach, with procurement oversight by the City Council. The Council meets second and fourth Mondays; Administrative Services handles solicitations, contract processing, and procurement guidance.
Where does the City of Grover Beach post bids and RFPs?
The City of Grover Beach posts bids, RFPs, and RFQs on its Bid Postings page (CivicEngage) at https://www.grover.org/bids.asp. Vendors can subscribe using the page's 'Notify Me' option for email or text alerts and download solicitation documents there.
What products and services does the City of Grover Beach procure?
The City of Grover Beach procures goods, services, construction, professional services, supplies, and equipment under its Purchasing Policy (Section 2800, Ordinance No. 23-02). Vendors should review Section 2800 and the adopting staff report in the City's Document Center for category definitions and procedures.
Native sync to Salesforce & HubSpot
Date: Sep 14, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Council conducted ceremonial proclamations recognizing National POW/MIA Recognition Month and National Recovery Month. Consent agenda items included a biennial conflict-of-interest code review, support for a gubernatorial signature on AB 1761, code amendments related to park hours and accessory dwelling units, and a temporary stay of enforcement on poultry regulations. The Council also supported a proposal for emergency medical services in neighboring jurisdictions. Regular business included a presentation on the Regional Housing Needs Allocation Plan and guidance provided for a policy resolution at the League of California Cities Annual Conference.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
Know what buyers discuss before RFPs drop
Track City of Grover Beach meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
How does the City of Grover Beach approve procurement contracts and awards?
Procurement contracts for the City of Grover Beach are approved by the City Council at its regular meetings; day-to-day procurement is administered by the City Manager's Office and Administrative Services Department. Formal Council action is required at the dollar thresholds set in the Purchasing Policy (Section 2800), and agendas and staff reports are published online.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Grover Beach?
The Grover Beach Purchasing Policy is codified as Section 2800 of the Municipal Code and was adopted by Ordinance No. 23-02 (Aug. 28, 2023). The ordinance text, the adopting City Council staff report, and the full municipal code are available in the City's Document Center and on American Legal Publishing.
