The City of Hermosa Beach is seeking a qualified contractor to make high-priority structural repairs to its municipal pier. The work includes concrete deck-panel replacement and strengthening, soffit repairs, and epoxy crack injection, along with related site and environmental measures, and must be completed within 65 working days. Bids require a 10% bid bond and 100% payment and performance bonds; the estimated bid value is $2,810,000.
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Census ID
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193108
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
142
Population
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18,513
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
30 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:If sale is less than $60,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through OMNIA Partners, Sourcewell, NASPO ValuePoint, and CMAS; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Trigger:Use when the product is a unique technology/service essential for public safety or operational continuity and only available from one vendor (HBMC §3.12.070).
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The city actively uses cooperative purchasing to bypass its low $15,000 competitive bidding threshold and is authorized to piggyback (HBMC §3.12.140(e)). 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 of Hermosa Beach Contracts
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Athens Administrators at City of Hermosa Beach
Effective: Jul 1, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Workers' Compensation Service Agreement outlines the provision of third-party claims administration services by Athens Administrators to the City of Hermosa Beach, effective July 1, 2023, for an initial term of three years and six months, with options for extensions. The agreement details administrator duties, client duties, file management, penalty allocation, and definitions of claim types. Addendum A provides a schedule of fees for various services such as medical bill review, utilization review, case management, and additional related services. The contract specifies that some fees are per bill or per hour, and some case management fees are subject to annual increases.
AdminSure, Inc. at City of Hermosa Beach
Effective: Jul 1, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract establishes an agreement between the City of Hermosa Beach and AdminSure Inc. for professional services in administering Workers' Compensation and General Liability Self-Insurance Programs. Effective July 1, 2023, the agreement has an initial 3-year term with two optional 1-year extensions, extending services potentially until July 1, 2028. Compensation is structured on a per-claim-per-month basis with annual increases, rather than a fixed total.
Carl Warren & Company at City of Hermosa Beach
Effective: Jul 1, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This agreement establishes a Third Party Claims Administration program for the City of Hermosa Beach's (MEMBER) liability self-insurance. Carl Warren & Company (TPA) is appointed to handle liability claims within the Member Retained Limit, under the oversight of the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (AUTHORITY). The contract, effective July 1, 2023, details the scope of services, administrative responsibilities, legal support, pricing based on annual fees for three fiscal years (2023-24, 2024-25, 2025-26), and performance standards. It also includes provisions for indemnification, insurance requirements, and terms for cancellation and renewals.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Hermosa Beach
Hermosa Beach School Board Regular Meeting
Date: May 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board discussed and ratified the superintendent's action to place an employee on compulsory leave and approved the non-reelection of a probationary certified employee. The meeting featured reports from the Student Council covering student club activities and projects, including rocket launches, robotics, ceramic art, personal finance, and debate. Additionally, updates were provided on spring sports, such as volleyball, flag football, surfing, and track and field competitions.
City Of Hermosa Beach Parks And Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 1, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Commission addressed various items, including presentations on the Beach Cities Health District pool, Shakespeare by the Sea post-event, and Hermosa Beach Little League post-season. The Commission voted to continue the review of the 2027 Special Events Calendar and the Volleyball Court Use Policy to a future meeting. Additionally, the Commission established an Aquatics Access Ad hoc Subcommittee, approved the commencement of long-term agreement negotiations for the Walk to End Alzheimer's, recommended updates to the Field Use Policy and reservation fees to the City Council, and approved a wedding permit program with modifications.
Hermosa Beach City Council Regular Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Hermosa Beach.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Hermosa Beach?
Vendors register via the City of Hermosa Beach PlanetBids vendor portal. The City’s Bids & Proposals page provides the registration link and notes vendors may register free to receive solicitation notices and participate in posted opportunities.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Hermosa Beach?
The Finance Department of the City of Hermosa Beach manages procurement, including purchase orders and procurement administration. City department listings and the organization chart list Finance Administration as responsible for purchase orders, procurement management, vendor inquiries, and purchasing oversight.
Where does the City of Hermosa Beach post bids and RFPs?
The City of Hermosa Beach posts bids, RFPs, and RFQs on its PlanetBids portal. The City Clerk’s Bids & Proposals page directs vendors to PlanetBids to view active solicitations, addenda, results, and submission instructions.
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The City Council conducted a closed session and a regular meeting. The regular meeting included a pledge of allegiance, announcements regarding town hall meetings and upcoming local events such as the Sketchers peer-to-peer friendship walk and the Nike After Dark Tour half marathon, and election information. Proclamations and presentations were made recognizing the Hermosa Beach Open champions, the Hermosa Beach Museum’s accreditation, Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day, and the upcoming United Against Hate Week. Public comment included concerns regarding the police department's use of license plate reading camera systems.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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What products and services does the City of Hermosa Beach procure?
Common products and services procured by the City of Hermosa Beach include public works construction, professional services such as engineering and design, goods and supplies, and temporary staffing/agency services. These categories appear in departmental procurements and PlanetBids listings.
What procurement requirements does the City of Hermosa Beach publish for vendors?
The City of Hermosa Beach publishes solicitation-specific Terms & Conditions and vendor requirements on individual solicitations and department pages. Vendors must review each solicitation for required forms, insurance, bonding, licensing, and other compliance items specified in the procurement documents.
How does the City of Hermosa Beach approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach approves formal agreements and contract awards. Council meeting records and solicitation language show awarded vendors enter into City professional services or construction agreements following Council authorization and contract execution.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Hermosa Beach?
Vendors should consult the City of Hermosa Beach Municipal Code and department pages for procurement rules, contract Terms & Conditions, and procurement-related forms. Public Works forms/handouts and the Finance Department pages publish procurement forms and standard terms used by the City.
