How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Oshkosh?

Vendors register for City of Oshkosh solicitations through DemandStar (demandstar.com/registration); select or search for "City of Oshkosh" and complete the portal prompts. Contact the City of Oshkosh Purchasing Office via the Purchasing page for assistance.

What vendor requirements does the City of Oshkosh publish for solicitations?

The City of Oshkosh requires vendors to follow the specific requirements listed in each solicitation; vendors must submit mandatory forms, follow submission instructions, and meet terms stated in solicitation documents. For questions, contact the City of Oshkosh Purchasing Office listed on the Purchasing page.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Oshkosh?

Procurement policies and standard purchasing terms for the City of Oshkosh are referenced on the City of Oshkosh Purchasing page and in Oshkosh Municipal Code Chapter 12 as cited there. Vendors can consult those sources or contact the Purchasing Office for code or policy clarifications.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Oshkosh, WI
Country:: US

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IFB - REMOVAL/INSTALLATION OF TWO WATER METER TEST BENCHES WITH AMS TECHNOLOGY
Posted
Oct 16, 2026
Closes
Nov 10, 2026
The City of Oshkosh seeks bids for removal and installation of two water meter test benches with AMS technology at its Water Distribution Center. This is an invitation for bids for procurement work, not a grant program. Sealed bids must be received by November 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Central.
Wood Utilization (Saw and Milling) for the City of Oshkosh Forestry Division (Request for Quotation)
Posted
Oct 7, 2026
Closes
Oct 21, 2026
Wood Utilization (Saw and Milling) for the City.
2027 - 2028 Paratransit Services - City of Oshkosh Go Transit (Request for Proposals)
Posted
Oct 5, 2026
Closes
Nov 3, 2026
2027 - 2028 Paratransit Services - City Go Transit.

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Census ID
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177288
Employee FTE
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628.5
Population
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Procurement Hell Score
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48 / 100
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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $25,000, use sole source.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell and OMNIA Partners; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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- Entity: City of Oshkosh, WI
- Competitive bidding threshold: $25,000.
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- The City has used cooperative purchasing before (e.g., Sourcewell and OMNIA Partners). Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Oshkosh

Oshkosh Common Council Minutes
Date: Aug 31, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Council held a workshop regarding the 2027 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan, specifically focusing on facilities and infrastructure projects. Additionally, the Council convened in a closed session to discuss bargaining options, strategy, parameters, and terms related to the potential redevelopment and acquisition of property at 101 Commerce Street and 201 Pearl Avenue.

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Steven M. GohdeAssistant Director of Public Works and City Engineer

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Dean M. SmithChief of Police

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What products and services does the City of Oshkosh procure?

The City of Oshkosh procures a broad range of municipal commodities and services to support city operations and departments. Vendors should consult specific solicitations and the City of Oshkosh Purchasing Office for department-level purchasing categories and opportunities.

Who manages procurement policies and purchasing for the City of Oshkosh?

The City of Oshkosh Purchasing Office is the central purchasing agency and manages procurement policies and purchasing for the City of Oshkosh under the authority of the Oshkosh Common Council. Contact details and procedures are available on the City of Oshkosh Purchasing page.

Where does the City of Oshkosh post bids and RFPs?

The City of Oshkosh posts bids and RFPs through the DemandStar portal; vendors are directed to register at demandstar.com/registration and search for "City of Oshkosh" to view and respond to solicitations. See the City of Oshkosh Purchasing page for registration steps.

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