What products and services does City of Paterson procure?

The City of Paterson Purchasing Division issues sealed bids, RFPs, and written quotes for municipal needs, including public construction contracts, supplies, and professional/consulting services; these categories are reflected on the Purchasing page and in Chapter 373 public-construction provisions.

What vendor requirements does City of Paterson publish?

The City of Paterson requires vendors to obtain bid packages from the Purchasing Division; each solicitation's issued documents specify insurance, bonding, licensing, and other compliance requirements. Vendors must review the official bid package for required forms and terms.

How does City of Paterson approve procurement contracts and awards?

Procurement for the City of Paterson is administered by the City Purchasing Division under applicable federal, state, and municipal public-contract laws (municipal code Chapter 373); sealed bids and proposals are received and processed by Purchasing and awards follow statutory and solicitation terms.

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

Vendors can find procurement policies and standard solicitation terms on the City of Paterson Purchasing Division pages on patersonnj.gov and in municipal code Chapter 373 (Public Construction Contracts); bid packages issued by Purchasing include standard contract provisions and required forms.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Paterson, NJ
Country:: US

City of Paterson RFPs

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CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE 2025 MASTER PLAN UPDATE/ RE-EXAMINATION FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, RFP NO. 2026-42
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Oct 7, 2026
The City of Paterson is soliciting proposals for consultant services to update its 2014 Master Plan and development regulations. The project is intended to address local, state, and national changes while creating a forward-looking framework for growth, development, redevelopment, economic revitalization, and more efficient zoning application processing. This is a procurement/RFP supported by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s GRM Phase 2 grant, rather than a grant program solicitation.
PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF TWELVE (12) 2026 OR NEWER HARLEY DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLES MODEL NO. FLTRXP OR EQUAL BID NO. 26.26
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Oct 6, 2026
Procurement of twelve 2026 or newer Harley Davidson motorcycles.
RECONSTRUCTION AND RESURFACING OF RAILROAD AVENUE AND PORTION OF GOVERNOR STREET, BID NO. 26.28
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Sep 22, 2026
This RFP is for the reconstruction and resurfacing of Railroad Avenue and a portion of Governor Street.

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Employee FTE
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How to Sell to City of Paterson

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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $53,000, deprioritize sole source; above $53,000 the city doesn’t use this path—redirect to coops.
- 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.
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- City of Paterson (NJ) competitive bidding threshold: $53,000. Public records show no sole source awards above this threshold; deprioritize this path and pivot to cooperative contracts.
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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Paterson

City of Paterson Strategic Goals 2025-2029
Date: Jan 1, 2025Type: Strategic Plan
This document outlines the Mayor's Office Strategic Goals to strengthen community engagement and civic pride across Paterson. The vision is for a cleaner, safer, and more connected city where residents actively participate in building a stronger community. The plan focuses on six strategic pillars: Keeping Paterson Clean; Economic Development, Small Business, & Tourism; Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness; Health & Human Services; Digital Transformation & Smart City Engagement; and Cultural Affairs & Community Identity. These goals aim to improve quality of life, foster civic participation, and promote Paterson's identity as a vibrant, inclusive, and resilient city.
Patterson Municipal Council Regular Meeting
Date: Aug 18, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting involved the adoption of several consent agenda items and specific resolutions. Key discussions included the authorization of a contract for city-wide fuel tank inspections, which prompted a debate regarding fuel usage tracking and the management of city vehicles. Additionally, the council approved a contract for website hosting, implementation, maintenance, and support services to improve municipal IT compliance and public engagement.
Paterson Municipal Council Special And Workshop Meeting

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Mayra Torres-ArenasActing Board Secretary

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Paterson?

The City Purchasing Division at City Hall manages procurement and purchasing for City of Paterson. The Purchasing Division issues official bid packages and vendor contact information; the office and pickup location are listed on the City's Purchasing page and facility listing (155 Market St).

Where does City of Paterson post bids and RFPs?

City of Paterson posts bids and RFPs on its Purchasing page and the 'Bid Opportunities & Public Auctions' service pages on patersonnj.gov. Vendors may request bid packages from the Purchasing Division or email purchasing@patersonnj.gov to obtain solicitation documents.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Paterson?

Vendors complete registration by using New Jersey Department of the Treasury vendor-registration forms and by contacting the City of Paterson Purchasing Division for local registration details and bid-package pickup instructions; the City's Purchasing page directs vendors to state registration and local procedures.

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