This is a federal-aid construction project sponsored by the City of Nampa to improve safety on 2nd Street South. The work includes 19 LED roadway lights, two rectangular rapid flashing beacon crossings, turn-lane improvements, roadway reconstruction, and a paved shoulder. The Idaho Transportation Department lists the bid opening for November 3, 2026, so the solicitation is open as of October 10, 2026; it is a construction procurement, not a grant program.
Work includes erosion and sediment control; 1,545 SY of type C gravel surface restoration; 3,450 LF of 6" C900 PVC DR25 pressure irrigation pipe; 2 EA of 6"x2" DI tee; 103 EA of 1" irrigation service connection; 25 SY of 5" concrete sidewalk; 40 SY of concrete driveway approach; 60 LF of valley gutter repair; 560 SY of landscape/sod/ sprinkler system;1 EA of pipe elevation adjustment; locate sewer services.
Sole Source:Use only for specialized Public Works equipment that must match existing systems; justify under Idaho Statute 67-2808 and seek Council approval.
Coops:Frequently procures through Idaho Division of Purchasing – Statewide Contracts, NASPO ValuePoint, OMNIA Partners, and 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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The City of Nampa can be onboarded to the cooperative vehicles below by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
The City of Nampa actively uses cooperative purchasing.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Nampa
Nampa City Council Special Meeting
Date: Mar 19, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council convened an emergency meeting to address the unexpected passing of the Mayor. Key actions included the approval of a resolution authorizing the Council President to temporarily exercise mayoral powers to maintain ongoing city operations. The council also initiated a discussion regarding the process for the appointment of a new mayor to fill the vacancy.
City Council Special Meeting
Date: May 7, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The workshop focused on annual department updates presented to the City Council. Discussions encompassed administrative restructuring within Public Works, the implementation of a new internship framework, and strategies for improving financial efficiency and budget alignment. Additionally, the session reviewed Transportation department operations, including airport management, revenue generation strategies from land and hangar leases, ongoing grant-funded capital improvement projects, and community engagement efforts.
City Council Annual Department Update Workshop
Date: May 29, 2024Type: Meeting mention
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Nampa?
The City of Nampa's municipal departments manage procurement: Finance stewards city funds while departments such as Public Works, Planning & Zoning, and the Ford Idaho Center/Nampa Civic Center run operational procurements; the Nampa City Council provides governing approval for matters requiring resolutions.
Where does City of Nampa post bids and RFPs?
City of Nampa posts public bids and RFPs on its official Bid Postings / RFP page and the CivicEngage 'Bids' portal; vendors should monitor those pages and use the portal's subscribe or download features to access solicitation documents.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Nampa?
Vendors register and access solicitation documents via the City of Nampa Bids/CivicEngage portal; use the bids page to find sign-up, subscription, or notification options and contact the solicitation's listed departmental contact for onboarding or assistance.
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The City Council conducted an annual department update workshop focused on Development Services. The Building Department presented on permit revenue, construction valuation, and efforts to improve service efficiency through electronic plan review and streamlined processes. The Planning and Zoning Department outlined their vision for land use, reviewed staffing and organizational structure, and highlighted accomplishments including the expansion of city impact areas and the successful production of educational videos for public engagement.
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What products and services does City of Nampa procure?
City of Nampa's Bids and Proposals listings show durable procurement categories including public works and construction, legal and consulting services, venue and event services (Ford Idaho Center / Nampa Civic Center) and food/beverage concessions, plus assorted municipal goods and services.
What procurement requirements does City of Nampa publish for vendors?
City of Nampa publishes vendor requirements such as the Planning & Zoning bond standard (bond amount set at 150% of the documented contractor estimate), Temporary Use Permit requirements for mobile food vendors, and the adoption of the Idaho Standard for Public Works Construction; solicitation notices list specific insurance, bonding, and licensing requirements.
How does City of Nampa approve procurement contracts and awards?
Procurement contracts and awards are administered by City of Nampa departments (with Finance stewarding city funds and departments like Public Works managing solicitations) and overseen by the Nampa City Council for approvals that require resolutions; follow the solicitation's routing and department contact instructions for award or signature details.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Nampa?
City of Nampa's Manuals page is the authoritative location for procurement- and construction-related policies and standards, including the adopted Idaho Standard for Public Works Construction; vendors should review relevant manuals and solicitation documents for standard terms and specifications.
