What products and services does City of Hudson procure?

City of Hudson routinely procures construction projects, maintenance service contracts, and material and equipment contracts. Recurring Public Works needs—street maintenance, stormwater, water distribution, and fleet services—drive many of these solicitations listed on the Bid Postings page.

Does City of Hudson use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

City of Hudson authorizes purchases through another political subdivision’s contract and joint/cooperative purchasing programs per Section 6.04 of the Hudson Codified Ordinances, allowing cooperative or piggyback procurement methods when applicable.

What procurement requirements does City of Hudson publish for vendors?

Each City of Hudson solicitation includes specific insurance, bonding, licensing, and other compliance requirements in its solicitation documents; event applications likewise list requirements. Vendors must review the solicitation or application documents on the Bid Postings portal for exact submission and compliance terms.

How does City of Hudson approve procurement contracts and awards?

Under Section 6.04 of the Hudson Codified Ordinances, the City Manager may execute purchases and contracts within appropriations up to $25,000; purchases and contracts over $25,000 require City Council approval and specified advertising/posting, with listed exceptions and emergency procedures.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Hudson?

Vendors can find the City of Hudson’s purchasing rules, authorities, and standard terms in CHAPTER 210 (Purchasing and Contracts) and SECTION 6.04 of the Hudson Codified Ordinances; those ordinance pages define the city’s procurement rules and thresholds.

What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Hudson use?

City of Hudson’s CHAPTER 210 includes section 210.01 'Local providers policy,' which establishes a codified local providers (local preference) policy; vendors should consult CHAPTER 210 for the policy text and how it applies to solicitations.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Hudson, OH
Country:: US

City of Hudson RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

48" Storm Culvert Addition & New Box Culvert (SR 303 to existing box culvert at Rosewood Grill) RFP
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Closes
Nov 17, 2026
The proposed work consists of the removal and replacement of an existing box culvert with a 4’x6’ precast concrete box culvert, the installation of 230 LF of 48 hdpp storm pipe parallel to an existing 48" concrete pipe between the commercial parking lot of #36 and #46 e. Streetsboro street, the replacement/relocation of an existing 12 cast iron water main underneath the new 4’x6’ box culvert, existing storm tie-ins into the new storm system, and roadway and parking lot restoration.
General Landscaping Services RFP
Posted
Oct 18, 2026
Closes
Nov 12, 2026
The proposed work consists of professional grounds maintenance activities for city-owned parcels, including greens, associated landscape beds and gardens, and restorative landscaping for city public improvements.

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- Entity: City of Hudson, OH
- Threshold: Purchases over $25,000 require an affirmative vote by five or more council members.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Hudson

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals Meeting Minutes
Date: Apr 21, 2016Type: Meeting mention
The Board conducted two public hearings. The first concerned a request for a front yard setback variance for a property on North Main Street, which was approved after review of the revised house design. The second hearing involved an appeal regarding the resumption of cremation services at a pet cemetery; the Board ultimately voted to grant the appeal of the Community Development Director's determination that the services had been voluntarily discontinued, effectively permitting the resumption of operations.
Board Of Zoning & Building Appeals Meeting Minutes
Date: Aug 20, 2015Type: Meeting mention
The Board considered a variance request regarding the placement of an existing accessory structure detached garage within a side yard to accommodate a property line realignment, which required deviation from zoning codes that restrict accessory structures to rear yards.
Board of Zoning and Building Appeals Meeting Minutes
Date: Jun 15, 2017Type: Meeting mention
The board addressed a request for a variance regarding a rear yard setback for a deck addition at a residential property. After reviewing evidence and testimony, the board approved the variance with the condition that live plant screening be installed and approved by the city arborist to mitigate impact on neighboring properties. Additionally, information regarding an upcoming public open house concerning a Land Development Code rewrite was shared with the board.

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Where does City of Hudson post bids and RFPs?

City of Hudson posts solicitations on its official Bid Postings page (CivicEngage) and provides an Electronic Bidding link (BidExpress) for electronic submissions and notifications. Vendors can create accounts and sign up for alerts on the Bid Postings page to receive notices.

Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Hudson?

The City Manager holds purchasing authority for the City of Hudson, and purchases or contracts over $25,000 require City Council approval under Section 6.04 of the Hudson Codified Ordinances. The Finance Department is the vendor-facing contact for commodity and service listings.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Hudson?

Vendors register through the City of Hudson Bid Postings/CivicEngage portal and use the BidExpress electronic bidding link for submissions and notifications; event vendors complete the City Vendor Application and vendors may contact the Finance Department for commodity/service listings.

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City of Hudson RFPs

48" Storm Culvert Addition & New Box Culvert (SR 303 to existing box culvert at Rosewood Grill) RFP

General Landscaping Services RFP

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City of Hudson RFPs

48" Storm Culvert Addition & New Box Culvert (SR 303 to existing box culvert at Rosewood Grill) RFP

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