The City of Orange Beach seeks qualifications from qualified firms for the expansion of the city’s wastewater treatment facility capacity from 10 MGD to 15 MGD. In order to support a growing population and tourism fluctuations.
Supply and delivery of LED Panels. Items include - 40 EA Indoor 2.9mm 500x500mm GOB Touring Custom OBPAC Banded Panels, as specified; 72 EA Indoor 2.9mm 500x1000mm GOB Touring Custom OBAC Branded Panels, as specified; see attached file.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
160550
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
400
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
8,798
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
44 / 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 $25,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, TIPS, and OMNIA; 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 Orange Beach has used cooperative purchasing to fast-track buys and avoid formal bidding hurdles. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
Unlock detailed thresholds, contracting paths, payment terms, and vendor benchmarks for this buyer.
Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Orange Beach
Orange Beach Planning Commission Minutes
Date: Mar 9, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Planning Commission conducted a meeting involving several public hearings and site plan reviews. Approvals were granted for the preliminary and final minor subdivision of the Dittlinger Subdivision, Crawford Subdivision, and Horton Resubdivision. The Commission also approved a site plan review for the OSO Restaurant to construct an open-sided structure. A deferral was granted for the Terrell Office Building project to a future meeting. Additionally, the Commission received an update on the Comprehensive Plan and a warning regarding email fraud involving fake invoices sent to applicants.
Orange Beach Planning Commission Work Session
Date: Jun 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting consisted of a presentation by The Walker Collaborative regarding the draft plan of the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Orange Beach, Alabama. This presentation was followed by discussions among the commission members regarding the proposed plan.
Orange Beach City Council Committee Of The Whole Meeting
Date: Jul 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Orange Beach.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Orange Beach?
The City of Orange Beach Procurement Office and its designated Procurement Officer manage procurement and purchasing for the City. Vendor contacts and departmental responsibilities are listed on the City’s Departments and About pages for vendor guidance and inquiries.
Where does the City of Orange Beach post bids and RFPs?
The City of Orange Beach posts bids and RFPs on its OpenGov Bids portal. Vendors must register for a free OpenGov account to view solicitations, download documents, and submit responses per the City’s Purchasing page instructions.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Orange Beach?
Vendors register for a free OpenGov account and complete the City of Orange Beach Vendor Application Form to be kept on file with the Procurement Office. Follow the OpenGov Bids portal and Purchasing page instructions to submit the vendor application and supporting documents.
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The Committee of the Whole reviewed multiple resolutions, including agreements for coastal resource management, the procurement of a work skiff, and a cooperative arrangement with the Alabama Department of Environmental Management. Discussions also involved retirement benefits for a police sergeant, software service agreements for the Police Department, and professional architectural services for the design of a Hurricane Safe Room. Further agenda items included reappointments to the Tourism Board, participation in a workers compensation fund, the acceptance of a police canine donation, and proposed amendments to zoning and flood damage prevention ordinances.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
Know what buyers discuss before RFPs drop
Track City of Orange Beach meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
What products and services does the City of Orange Beach procure?
The City of Orange Beach procures municipal goods and services managed by the Procurement Office and posted as solicitations on the OpenGov Bids portal. Vendors should monitor OpenGov postings for specific purchase categories and solicitation details as they become available.
What procurement requirements does the City of Orange Beach publish for vendors?
The City of Orange Beach requires vendors to register, complete a Vendor Application Form, and provide solicitation-specific compliance documents such as insurance, bonding, and licensing where required. Each OpenGov solicitation lists required forms, certifications, and contract terms that vendors must review before bidding.
How does the City of Orange Beach approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Orange Beach Procurement Officer and Procurement Office coordinate contract awards and purchasing activities for the City. Vendors should review each solicitation on the OpenGov Bids portal and contact the Procurement Office for specific award approval steps or signature-authority details.