City of Panama City

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Panama City, FL
Country:: US

City of Panama City RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

St. Andrews Marina Upland Reconstruction Project
Open
Aug 11, 2026
Closes
Aug 25, 2026
Marina upland reconstruction.
2215 East 3rd Street Development
Open
Jul 29, 2026
Closes
Sep 16, 2026
The City of Panama City is requesting proposals for the development of the property located at 2215 East 3rd Street, Panama City, Florida, with potential uses including a cottage court or similar residential community. The scope may include planning, design, permitting, financing, construction, and construction management, and proposers must demonstrate relevant experience, technical expertise, organizational capability, and financial capacity. Proposals are due by 9:00 a.m. Central Time on September 16, 2026, and will be publicly opened at City Hall.
2215 East 3rd Street Development (Request for Proposal)
Open
Jul 29, 2026
Closes
Sep 16, 2026
Work includes street development.

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Buyer Attributes

Key metrics and characteristics

Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
194768
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
591
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
37,806
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
36 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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How to Sell to City of Panama City

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Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
36 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: If sale is less than $3,500, 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.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Sole Source
- City of Panama City: No evidence of sole source approvals above the city’s very low $3,500 competitive bidding threshold. Deprioritize and pivot to cooperative purchasing. If attempting a sole source, first confirm viability with the Purchasing Division (purchasing@panamacity.gov, 850-872-3095).
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Cooperatives
- You can get onboarded to the recommended cooperative vehicles by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
- The city actively uses cooperative purchasing (e.g., Sourcewell and Florida state agreements). Programs to leverage:
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.

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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Panama City

City of Panama City City Commission City Commission Meeting
Date: Jul 28, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission addressed multiple public hearings, including ordinances to vacate an alleyway, amend the city charter for a referendum, adjust community development district boundaries, and revise the Special Event Handbook. The commission also approved a nuisance assessment, discussed quasi-judicial hearings for land use and zoning map amendments, and authorized the Residential Lot Disposition Program including property sales and a city housing endowment. Additionally, budget amendments were approved for debt payments and donation acceptance, while millage rates and future budget hearing dates were established.
Infrastructure Surtax Citizens Committee Minutes
Date: May 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed and discussed Infrastructure Surtax Projects, including associated invoices, with the City Manager. Additionally, the committee performed a financial review and granted approval for the use of Surtax funds covering the period from January 1, 2026, through March 31, 2026.
City of Panama City Planning Board Special Meeting
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Key Contacts

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Katlin MercerAccounting & Grants Coordinator

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Lori SagehornAdministrative Assistant

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City of Panama City RFPs

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City of Panama City City Commission City Commission Meeting

Infrastructure Surtax Citizens Committee Minutes

City of Panama City Planning Board Special Meeting

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City of Panama City RFPs

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City of Panama City City Commission City Commission Meeting

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City of Panama City Planning Board Special Meeting

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