Work includes approx 40,150 SF 5' asphalt repaving roadway; 9,130 TN crushed stone backfill; 17,300 SF seeding and mulch; 8,020 LF of 16" class 350 DIP water main; 165 LF of 30" steel casing via trenchless method.
The City of Johnson City, TN is soliciting proposals for a new turn-key 2-site, 5-channel voting receiver conventional P-25 repeater system for public safety communications.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $50,000, use sole source; over $50,000 requires City Commission approval.
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Public Entity Partners at City of Johnson City
Effective: Jul 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details two annual renewals of the City of Johnson City's liability self-insured retention program with Public Entity Partners. The primary renewal covers the policy period from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2026, under Purchase Order JC-28688, for a net premium of $583,134.00. This program includes General Liability, Law Enforcement Liability, Errors and Omissions, Auto Liability, and Auto Physical Damage. A subsequent renewal for the period July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2027, for $672,164.00 is also included.
PMA Management Corp. at City of Johnson City
Effective: Oct 15, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a series of agreements and purchase orders between PMA Management Corp. and the City of Johnson City, Tennessee, for third-party claim administrative (TPA) and risk services for workers' compensation. The primary agreement is effective October 15, 2024, for a three-year term with renewal options, featuring an annual claim handling service fee of $55,250. The document also includes specific purchase orders for the first two years of this term (JC-24586 for 2024-2025 and JC-30538 for 2025-2026), and an earlier amendment for the 2023-2024 term (JC-18823) with an annual fee of $44,100. The services encompass claim handling, managed care, risk control, RMIS access, and various other support functions, with detailed fee schedules and performance guarantees.
Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, LLC at City of Johnson City
Effective: Dec 1, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This is a Consulting Services Agreement between the City of Johnson City (Client) and Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, LLC (Gallagher), effective December 1, 2023. Gallagher will provide advisory and consulting services as detailed in Exhibit A. The agreement has an initial one-year term with options for annual renewals. Compensation is outlined in Exhibit A, with specific annual fees provided for the initial three years and two optional renewal years.
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Historic Zoning Commission Minutes
Date: Aug 25, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission held a hearing regarding a new construction project and rear yard fencing at 704 West Pine Street. The project was approved with specific conditions, including the requirement to utilize lap siding as cladding instead of the proposed vertical seamed paneled siding, and a mandate that any changes to the approved plan set must be submitted to the Planning Division Staff or the Historic Zoning Commission for review.
Board Of Commissioners Of The City Of Johnson City Minutes
Date: Jun 5, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The board addressed several agenda items, including a resolution for a 12-month moratorium on industrial land use and building permits in the I-2 zoning district. The commission approved the consent agenda, which encompassed grants, material and bond reimbursements, and various service contracts for fire and public works departments. Zoning ordinances were processed, covering map amendments, the establishment of property tax rates, and new provisions for data centers. Additionally, the board approved several annexation requests, a concept plan amendment, and various code revisions regarding city administration.
Board of Commissioners of the City of Johnson City City Commission Meeting Minutes
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Johnson City?
The City of Johnson City Purchasing Department handles day-to-day procurement under the City-Commission/City-Manager form of government, with oversight by the Board of Commissioners and executive authority vested in the City Manager. The Board consists of a Mayor, Vice Mayor and three Commissioners.
Where does City of Johnson City post bids and RFPs?
The City of Johnson City posts bids, RFPs, and awarded solicitations on its Current & Awarded Solicitations page and also publishes solicitations through BidNet Direct (Tennessee Purchasing Group). Vendors can register on those portals to receive notifications and download solicitation documents.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Johnson City?
Vendors complete registration for City of Johnson City solicitations through the BidNet Direct Tennessee Purchasing Group portal, which is linked from the City of Johnson City Purchasing page. Registration is free and vendors select commodity codes to receive bid and RFP notifications.
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The Board of Commissioners discussed and approved several items, including a proclamation for Celebrate Life and Community Day and a consent agenda covering various fire department grants, a transit substance abuse policy, and an interlocal agreement. Action was taken on RFP #6888 for utility billing support services. Several ordinances were addressed during first readings, involving property rezoning, the conveyance of city-owned land, annexation, and the adoption of the municipal budget for the upcoming fiscal year. A second reading regarding an increase in court costs was also conducted, alongside public comments on the budget and local data centers.
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What procurement requirements does City of Johnson City publish for vendors?
Johnson City requires purchases to be awarded to the 'lowest responsible bidder' for purchases over $2,000 and requires public advertisement and sealed competitive bids for purchases over $50,000, per Municipal Code Chapter 5. Individual solicitations list required insurance, bonding, licensing, cybersecurity, and background checks.
How does City of Johnson City approve procurement contracts and awards?
Contracts over $2,000 require approval and confirmation by the Board of Commissioners, while the City Manager may approve purchases and expend funds up to $50,000 without specific board authorization, per Johnson City Municipal Code §5-102. The Purchasing Department executes procurements and presents items to the Board as required.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Johnson City?
Procurement policies and standard terms are codified in Chapter 5 of the Johnson City Municipal Code (sections 5-102, 5-117, 5-118) and summarized on the City of Johnson City Purchasing page. Thresholds include p-card use under $4,000; written quotes $4,001–$20,000; posted quotes $20,001–$50,000; public notice over $50,000.