The City of Monroe is seeking proposals from professional and licensed services firms to provide engineering, design, permitting, contractor procurement, resident construction inspection, project management, and NGDISM Grant administration services for the replacement of approximately 3.5 miles of steel natural gas main with new polyethylene natural gas main.
The project generally consists of the following major components of work and appurtenances: Construction of a new Vortex Grit System; Construction of a new Influent Pump Station; Construction of new Selectors and Aeration Basins 1-6; Construction of a new Blower & Compressor Building; Construction of new Secondary Clarifiers 1-4; Construction of new Effluent Filters; Construction of a new UV & Reuse PS Structure; Conversion of an existing Anaerobic Digester to an Aerobic Digester; Construction of new Bulk Liquid Lime Structure and Piping; Construction of various new Submersible Pump Stations; Miscellaneous piping upgrades and modifications; and Electrical and instrumentation upgrades and modifications.
Buyer Attributes
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Census ID
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102253
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
276
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
16,507
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
46 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
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City of Monroe, GA adheres strictly to competitive bidding and shows little to no use of sole source awards. Formal bidding is required for purchases over $100,000, and a low $25,000 council approval threshold can add timing friction. Deprioritize sole source and pivot to cooperative purchasing (Sourcewell) to avoid delays.
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City of Monroe, GA has used cooperative purchasing (e.g., Sourcewell for a high-value FY2023 street sweeper). Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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The commission reviewed and approved several requests, including a certificate of appropriateness for the demolition of an accessory dwelling unit at 227 East Merble Street. The commission also approved a certificate of appropriateness for the new construction of single-family dwellings at 407 and 411 East Meribel and 403 Maple Lane. Additionally, the commission reviewed a request for a certificate of appropriateness regarding a proposed addition to the office building located at 506 South Broad Street.
Planning Commission Meeting
Date: Sep 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee meeting began with the appointment of a new chair. The Planning Commission discussed and tabled a certificate of appropriateness for 1110 North Broad Street. They approved a certificate of appropriateness for a package store at 1100 North Broad Street, conditioned on the submission of detailed landscaping plans. A conditional use permit was approved for an automotive repair business at 1554 South Broad Street. Finally, the commission granted a parking variance for a manufacturing facility at 1450 Pedmont Parkway, allowing for parking capacity beyond standard limits to support future business expansion.
City Council of the City of Monroe City Council Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Monroe.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Monroe?
The City of Monroe's Central Services Department, through its Purchasing Division led by the Central Services Director, manages procurement; contract and award recommendations are forwarded to the City Administrator and City Council for formal approval.
Where does the City of Monroe post bids and RFPs?
The City of Monroe posts bids, RFPs, and RFQs on its Central Services 'Current Bids and Proposals' webpage; vendors download documents there and email the Purchasing Agent to register for addenda and receive bid notices.
What procurement requirements does the City of Monroe publish for vendors?
The City of Monroe's solicitation terms require vendors to hold a current City Occupational Tax Certificate, comply with Georgia E‑Verify law, certify non‑debarment, execute indemnification, and carry specified insurance limits and additional‑insured endorsements shown in each bid package.
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Date: Sep 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting featured a presentation regarding downtown infrastructure and development trends over the past decade. Staff provided updates on various municipal projects, including airport obstruction removal, ongoing road paving initiatives, utility uncovering, and the status of several grant-funded projects. A public hearing was conducted to discuss the rezoning of multiple properties on East Famro Street to better align zoning classifications with existing uses. Additionally, the council reviewed a request for annexation and rezoning to facilitate the establishment of a new technical training facility, which requires access to municipal sewer services.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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How does the City of Monroe approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Monroe awards to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder; a project evaluation panel (Project Manager, Crew Foreman, department Director) recommends awards to the City Administrator and City Council, which provides final approval; protests must be filed within 48 hours.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Monroe?
Procurement policies and standard terms are published on the City of Monroe Purchasing division page and within solicitation bid packages; these documents specify submission format, award basis, protest procedures, termination rights, and payment terms.