What procurement requirements does the City of Petersburg publish for vendors?

The City of Petersburg Procurement Office requires vendors to review each solicitation posted on eVA for required forms, terms, and submission instructions. Individual solicitations specify any insurance, bonding, licensing, background-check, cybersecurity, or other vendor-specific requirements and reference applicable state and federal rules.

How does the City of Petersburg approve procurement contracts and awards?

The City of Petersburg Procurement Office administers purchasing, and contract awards above defined thresholds require City Council adoption of an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement. City Council ordinances and meeting minutes record those authorizations at public council meetings.

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

Vendors can find the City of Petersburg's procurement policies on the 'Purchasing Manual and Purchasing Procedures' and 'Procurement Guide for Suppliers' pages on petersburg-va.org. The City follows the Commonwealth of Virginia's Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual (APSPM) for statewide policy guidance.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Petersburg, VA
Country:: US

City of Petersburg RFPs

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Developer Partner (Request for Qualifications)
Posted
Sep 15, 2026
Closes
Oct 2, 2026
Seeking experienced developers/development firms to serve as developer partner(s) for the rehabilitation, repositioning, redevelopment, new construction, and mixed-use/mixed-income development of authority-owned, managed, affiliated, or other strategically acquired properties.
IFB-128330 Janitorial Services for Petersburg Public Library
Posted
Sep 14, 2026
Closes
Oct 8, 2026
The City of Petersburg is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive janitorial services at the Petersburg Public Library, including cleaning, floor care, and carpet cleaning. The initial contract term is one year with renewal options, and award will go to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder subject to stated qualifications, insurance, and submission requirements. The IFB was issued September 14, 2026, includes a mandatory pre-bid conference on September 24, 2026, and remains open through October 8, 2026, at 2:30 PM Eastern.
Digital Forensic Law Enforcement Software
Posted
Feb 13, 2026
Closes
Dec 31, 2026
The City of Petersburg, Virginia, has issued a sole source procurement notice for Digital Forensic Law Enforcement Software. The solicitation was officially posted on February 13, 2026, through the city's procurement portal. The procurement is managed by Eunita Wade and is identified by the source ID IV113629.

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176786
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900
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33,734
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72 / 100
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- Sole Source: Deprioritize; only consider if the department insists and you can justify uniqueness. To influence a future bid, submit brand-name/alternate specs in writing at least 10 days before bid receipt.
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- City of Petersburg, VA. This path is unreliable and high-risk due to opaque postings lacking contract values; deprioritize in favor of formal competitive bidding. Dollar thresholds: not specified in the provided sources. Practical notes: build a relationship with the end‑user department to shape a future solicitation; brand-name or alternate specifications may be considered if submitted in writing at least 10 days prior to bid receipt.
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- No evidence the City of Petersburg uses cooperative purchasing today; focus on direct competitive bids via the City’s site and eVA.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Petersburg

City of Petersburg Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Jul 2, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission discussed a request for a special use permit for multi-family dwellings at 30 Shore Street, ultimately voting to defer the item to allow the applicant to provide accurate project plans and renderings due to concerns regarding density, parking, traffic impact, and consistency with the Comprehensive Plan. Additionally, the commission reviewed excerpts from the Comprehensive Plan concerning education, blighted properties, and city infrastructure, and received an update from city staff regarding recent City Council actions on various rezoning and special use permit requests.
City Of Petersburg Economic Development Authority Meeting Minutes
Date: Aug 27, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed and adopted a new remote participation policy and a revised vision statement. Financial reports were presented, including an update on the current financial balances and the status of the audit. Presentations were conducted regarding the Façade Improvement Program implementation and an overview of the VEDP iVS database listing industrial properties. Furthermore, the board addressed potential public development projects, specifically a structural review of the Titmus site, and finalized a decision regarding the retrieval of legal client files from a retiring attorney.

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Where does the City of Petersburg post bids and RFPs?

The City of Petersburg posts bids, RFPs, solicitations, and award notices on the Commonwealth of Virginia's electronic procurement system, eVA. Open opportunities appear on the City of Petersburg eVA vendor page and awarded or cancelled items appear on eVA 'Awarded' listings; the City's Bids & Proposals page links to eVA.

How do vendors register with the City of Petersburg to receive solicitations?

Vendors register for City of Petersburg solicitations through the Commonwealth of Virginia's eVA portal. Registration is free, enables commodity-code notifications for matching solicitations, and vendors may also contact the City Procurement Office at Purchasing@petersburg-va.org or 804-733-2345 for assistance.

What products and services does the City of Petersburg procure?

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City of Petersburg RFPs

Developer Partner (Request for Qualifications)

IFB-128330 Janitorial Services for Petersburg Public Library

Digital Forensic Law Enforcement Software

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City of Petersburg RFPs

Developer Partner (Request for Qualifications)

IFB-128330 Janitorial Services for Petersburg Public Library

Digital Forensic Law Enforcement Software

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