The City of Lebanon is seeking a qualified contractor to perform earthwork and site-preparation activities for Phase IIIA of its solid-waste facility. The work includes excavating and stockpiling soil, constructing a perimeter access road, installing storm-water management features, and implementing erosion- and sediment-control measures. The solicitation requires bonding and insurance, includes a mandatory pre-proposal meeting, and sets substantial completion for April 30, 2027, with final completion by May 31, 2027.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
170000
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
209.8
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
15,481
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
68 / 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:Deprioritize; approvals are unlikely—pivot 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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City of Lebanon, NH:No documented sole source pathway or threshold identified. The city adheres strictly to competitive bidding—attempts to justify sole source purchases are likely to fail. Deprioritize and pivot to cooperative purchasing instead.
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City of Lebanon has used cooperative purchasing before (active Sourcewell member). Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Lebanon
Lebanon Planning Board Meeting
Date: Aug 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board conducted a public hearing for a proposed six-lot major subdivision and five-dwelling unit development located at 0 Barrow Street. Discussions focused on the project's site plan changes, specifically the shift to a pattern zoning concept, and requests for multiple waivers regarding subdivision regulations, including design review, premature and scattered development determinations, and driveway sharing limitations. Additionally, the applicant provided detailed information on utility site plans, covering water main locations and the installation of a new wastewater pump station.
Economic Development Commission Meeting
Date: Aug 26, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting addressed the potential location for a child care facility at 226 Masoma Street, following a shift away from a previously proposed site. Updates were provided on the Barrow Street housing project, specifically regarding pricing, financing, and applicant interest. Discussions also covered the West Lebanon Main Street revitalization project, including commercial lending RFP responses, strategies for attracting future tenants to add vitality to the area, and preparations for an upcoming community block party.
Lebanon Artways Committee Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Lebanon.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Lebanon?
City of Lebanon's Finance Department and the Office of the City Manager oversee municipal procurement, and procurement governance is established in Procurement Policy ADM‑110. The Finance Director and City Manager are listed on the city organizational chart as primary administrative contacts for purchasing matters.
Where does City of Lebanon post bids and RFPs?
City of Lebanon posts bids, RFPs, RFQs and public notices on its official e‑Procurement Bid Portal at LebanonNH.gov/BidPortal. Vendors can view current solicitations there and register/subscribe in the portal to receive notifications of new opportunities.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Lebanon?
Vendors register by creating an account and subscribing in City of Lebanon’s e‑Procurement / Bid Portal to receive solicitations and notifications; the city also maintains a Vendor Requests page for solution submissions (for example, software vendor requests). See those pages for account setup and submission instructions.
Native sync to Salesforce & HubSpot
Date: Aug 25, 2026
Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed coordination and staffing for their presence at LebFest, including potential joint activities with the Lebanon Outing Club and the Upper Valley Business Alliance. Key logistical decisions involved the use of display materials like easels and maps. Additionally, the committee deliberated on the rules for an upcoming poetry contest, specifically focusing on character limits for submissions and the judging process, with plans to consult local poets for review.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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What procurement requirements does City of Lebanon publish for vendors?
City of Lebanon publishes procurement requirements in Procurement Policy ADM‑110 and within each solicitation posted on the Bid Portal. Solicitation documents specify required forms, insurance/bonding, licensing, submission instructions, and specific contract terms vendors must meet.
How does City of Lebanon approve procurement contracts and awards?
Contract approval rules for City of Lebanon are defined in Procurement Policy ADM‑110 and the City Council Purchasing Policy, which establish approval thresholds and Council involvement. Vendors should consult those documents to confirm signature authorities, award approvals, and the procedural workflow for contract execution.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Lebanon?
City of Lebanon publishes its Procurement Policy (ADM‑110) and a City Council Purchasing Policy on the city’s Bids/RFPs page. Vendors can reference those policies for standard terms, purchasing procedures, and solicitation-specific requirements attached to each posted bid.
