The City of Livonia is soliciting bids for its 2026 Water System Cross Connection Control Program. The work is to review and revise the City’s existing Cross-Connection Control Plan to meet Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy requirements. Bids are due October 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. EDT.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
166823
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
600
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
92,603
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
41 / 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 sale is less than $3,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through MiDEAL and other MITN-accessible cooperatives; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
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City of Livonia uses cooperative purchasing and relies on MITN and MiDEAL to bypass the local sealed bid process when permissible. Reach out to your Starbridge contact to gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
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Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Livonia
Livonia Planning Commission Public Hearings and Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing and regular meeting to discuss petitions concerning zoning and land use. Key discussions involved a request to rezone property on Levan Road from C1 to C2 for an electric vehicle charging station, which was tabled until October 13th due to a petitioner request. Additionally, the commission reviewed a request for waiver use approvals to operate a full-service restaurant at 19450 Hagerty Road, including site plan details such as parking, building modifications, lighting, and utility requirements like grease interceptors.
City of Livonia Strategic Plan 2050
Date: Sep 25, 2026Type: Strategic Plan
This amendment to the Livonia Vision 21 Plan provides an updated framework for addressing Livonia's housing needs in relation to future growth and land use, integrating current data and community feedback. The plan is structured around three main goals: Housing & Neighborhoods, Urban Design, and Housing Sustainability. It aims to promote greater housing diversity, enhance housing affordability, and advance long-term housing resilience, ensuring Livonia remains a resilient, inclusive, and attractive community for all residents with a long-term vision extending to 2050.
Council of the City of Livonia Regular Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Livonia.
City of Livonia posts bids and RFPs on its City Bids portal and through the Michigan Intergovernmental Trade Network (MITN/BidNet), as noted on the City's Bid Process page. Vendors should register on MITN/BidNet and sign into the City Bids portal to view and respond to solicitations.
How do vendors register with City of Livonia for bids and RFPs?
Vendors register for City of Livonia solicitations by creating an account on MITN/BidNet via the City's Bid Process page; local contractors may also submit the City of Livonia Contractor Registration form (PDF). Use the City Bids portal sign‑in to access and respond to postings.
What products and services does City of Livonia procure?
The City of Livonia's Finance Department purchases supplies, materials, equipment, and other articles used by City departments, including public‑works and construction‑related goods and services. These broad procurement categories are described in the City Charter and the City's Bid Process guidance.
Date: Aug 31, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council addressed various administrative and community development items, including the approval of sidewalk requirement waivers for residential properties, the consideration of sign petitions for commercial businesses, and the awarding of contracts for professional services such as golf course roof replacements and library elevator modernization. The council also authorized intergovernmental agreements for road improvements and traffic signal reconstruction, approved property sales, and reviewed department reports on purchases and financial statements.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Does City of Livonia use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
City of Livonia participates in the Michigan Intergovernmental Trade Network (MITN) e‑Procurement system, a multi‑agency cooperative purchasing vehicle referenced on the City's Bid Process page. Vendors should consult MITN listings and the City's bid instructions for cooperative purchasing opportunities and procedures.
What vendor requirements does City of Livonia publish for bidders?
City of Livonia's Bid Process page and Contractor Registration form require proof of insurance (Form 1304A) and collection of contractor licensing, federal ID, and workers' compensation/insurance details; each solicitation's bid documents list specific insurance, bonding, and licensing requirements.
Where can vendors find the City of Livonia's procurement policies and standard bid terms?
City of Livonia's procurement procedures and standard bid terms are published on the City's Bid Process page and in the City Charter, which authorizes the Council to set purchasing ordinances; the Bid Process page links bidder instructions and required bid forms (for example, Form 1304A).