The City of Panama City is requesting bids for PC26-037 SRF Area P-12 Improvements, a construction project in the Cove neighborhood. The work includes replacing approximately 15,916 linear feet of road, 15,216 linear feet of water line, and 4,705 linear feet of sewer line, plus lining 7,731 linear feet of sewer; the expected project duration is 365 days. Bids must be submitted electronically by November 6, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Central Time.
The City of Panama City seeks proposals from qualified builders and buyers for City-owned real properties under the Residential Lot Disposition Program, offering residential lots for development through market value purchase, discounted purchase, or City contribution.
Provide professional services for the design and permitting of the rails to trails, designing a 12'-wide multi-use path in areas where existing pedestrian facilities do not exist and to address ada non-compliance issues.
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.
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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).
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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:
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City of Panama City Commission City Commission Meeting
Date: Sep 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission addressed several fiscal and operational matters, including the approval of the 2026/2027 fiscal year operating and capital budgets for the Port Authority, the adoption of final millage rates and budgets for the City and the Downtown Improvement District, and the approval of a temporary moratorium on large-scale data centers. Additional actions included authorizing a state-funded grant for a water storage tank, entering into road reconstruction agreements, and conducting an executive session regarding litigation. The commission also directed staff to provide cost-benefit analyses for IT services and initiated the process to terminate the RedSpeed agreement.
City Of Panama City Commission Special Call City Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Aug 19, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included a public comment session followed by interviews for the position of City Clerk-Treasurer, during which candidates Leslie Glaze and Celeste Welejski presented statements and answered questions. The Commission subsequently discussed and approved the selection of Leslie Glaze for the City Clerk-Treasurer role and authorized the initiation of contract negotiations.
City of Panama City Comprehensive Plan 2046
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Panama City?
The City of Panama City Purchasing Division manages centralized procurement under the City Manager within the Commission-Manager government. The Purchasing Division is the vendor contact for solicitations; email purchasing@panamacity.gov or call (850) 872-3095 for purchasing questions and forms.
Where does City of Panama City post bids and RFPs?
City of Panama City posts public bids, RFPs, RFQs and solicitations on its Bonfire procurement portal and on the city's official Bids page; vendors should register on Bonfire and enable notifications to receive postings and updates.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Panama City?
Vendors follow the City of Panama City 'Become a City Vendor' guidance and respond to solicitations via the Bonfire portal; vendors may contact the Purchasing Division at purchasing@panamacity.gov or (850) 872-3095 and sign up for website bid notifications to receive alerts.
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Date: Sep 4, 2026Type: Strategic Plan
The Comprehensive Plan for the City of Panama City serves as a foundational document guiding the city's long-term growth, development, and resource management. It outlines principles, guidelines, standards, and strategies across twelve key elements, including Future Land Use, Transportation, Housing, and Economic Development. The plan aims to ensure orderly and balanced economic, social, physical, environmental, and fiscal development, ultimately accommodating future growth, providing essential public services, protecting natural and cultural resources, and maintaining a high quality of life for its residents.
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What products and services does City of Panama City procure?
The City of Panama City routinely procures construction services, professional services, supplies, equipment, commodities, and contractual services, with procurements typically initiated by departments such as Public Works and Development Services.
Does City of Panama City use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The City of Panama City Purchasing Policy authorizes purchases from State Term Contracts and other approved cooperative agreements when authorized; such purchases do not require additional Purchasing Division approval when budgeted by the City Commission. Piggybacking is expressly prohibited for federally funded procurements.
What procurement requirements does City of Panama City publish for vendors?
City of Panama City requires proof of workers' compensation for contractors working on City premises and generally requires three written quotes for purchases; if quotes are not obtained vendors must submit a Minimum Quote Certification. Vendors should review each solicitation for any additional bonding, insurance, or forms.
How does City of Panama City approve procurement contracts and awards?
Per the City of Panama City Purchasing Policy, approval and signature authority tiers are: Department Director/Purchasing Manager and City Clerk up to $20,000; Assistant City Manager up to $50,000; City Manager up to $100,000; City Commission for purchases over $100,000. Change orders exceeding the lesser of 10% of contract price or $100,000 require Commission approval; bid protests are pursued in the Fourteenth Judicial Circuit in Bay County.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Panama City?
Vendors can find the City of Panama City's Purchasing Policy and standard terms on the city's website (Purchasing Policy document and P-Card Policy Manual). The Bid Submission Process and IFB/RFP pages outline solicitation procedures and standard contract terms.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Panama City use?
The City of Panama City Purchasing Policy establishes a Local Business Preference allowing qualifying Panama City businesses to match the lowest non-local bid within 5% (3% for non-principal local businesses) and applies a 5% (3%) evaluation preference on RFPs/RFQs; the policy also encourages MBE/WBE consideration and requires federal affirmative steps where federal funds apply.
