The City of Perry - City Council is soliciting bids for one construction contract under project L250225PER, supported by CDBG-ED grant 25DB-E04 and subject to Davis-Bacon wage requirements. Work includes resurfacing Main, Green, Drew, Faulkner, Quincy, Washington, and Orange Streets and four downtown parking lots. The contract also includes replacing signs and pavement markings.
Purchase, delivery, and installation of a commercial-grade four-post drive-on vehicle lift with rolling bridge jacks and runway extension kit for the City Garage.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
137739
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
91
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
7,330
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
58 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
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City of Perry has used cooperative purchasing before (member of BuyBoard; associated with OMNIA Partners).
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Perry
City Council Meeting
Date: Oct 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council discussed and approved a rental agreement for the Boys to Kings and Girls to Queens mentoring program, ensuring the city maintains control of the facility and utility cost coverage. Other key discussions included approving a proclamation for national e-waste awareness, authorizing applications for USDA rural development grants for water meter and generator projects, and submitting grant applications to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for park improvements. The council also addressed an ordinance correction regarding garbage utility rates, appointed members to the citizens advisory task force, and discussed a request for providing city sewer service at Forest Capital.
City Council City Council Meeting
Date: Aug 25, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting included a public comment session where a citizen advocated for establishing a travel budget for the city council. The council also received updates from the North Florida Regional Planning Council regarding a wastewater project design and a successful grant application for infrastructure and odor control. Additionally, representatives from the Boys to Kings and Girls to Queens mentoring organization presented their program and requested the permanent use of the Lockridge Park building to serve local youth.
City Council City Council Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Perry.
Who manages procurement policies and purchasing for the City of Perry?
The City of Perry's Purchasing Agent manages procurement and purchasing; official solicitations identify Christie Perry as the Purchasing Agent and primary contact for bids. The Purchasing Agent issues solicitations, directs bid submissions, and handles vendor inquiries.
Where does the City of Perry post bids and RFPs?
The City of Perry posts official bids and RFPs on its website, primarily on the Bids page and RFP listings where solicitation PDFs are published. Monitor the Bids page and RFP listings for current and archived solicitations.
What vendor requirements does the City of Perry publish for bids and RFPs?
City of Perry solicitation documents require bidder forms such as a Non‑Collusion Affidavit, proof of compliance with Florida Statute 287.017, a Drug‑Free Workplace plan, and an E‑Verify affidavit. Solicitations also instruct that bids be sealed and addressed to the Purchasing Agent; vendors must follow each solicitation's forms and instructions.
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Date: Sep 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting addressed public concerns regarding the homeless population in Perry, Florida, specifically focusing on the lack of adequate shelters and the challenges homeless individuals face accessing employment and government benefits without a permanent address. Additionally, the council reviewed a proposal from the Florida Gas Utility for a natural gas expansion project to serve Anderson Columbia. The project involves installing a new high-pressure gas line, with construction costs to be split equally between the city and the company, and was discussed in terms of its financial feasibility, expected revenue generation, and project management oversight.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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How does the City of Perry approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Perry conducts public bid openings and award presentations at City Council meetings; solicitations state openings occur during Council sessions. The Purchasing Agent manages solicitations and presents results to City Council for award decisions, and vendors may attend openings or contact the Purchasing Agent for award status.