Construction of traffic-calming improvements on Miraleste Drive, including revised lane striping, bicycle lanes and markings, crosswalks, signs, delineators, and related traffic control.
Removal of existing 18” / 24” CMP and construction of 18” HDPE pipe, utility protection, retaining wall protection, pavement reconstruction, and striping restoration
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
184452
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
107
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
39,654
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
48 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $25,000, use sole source only if the solution qualifies as a unique professional/technology service; otherwise pivot back to a coop.
Coops:Frequently procures through OMNIA Partners or NASPO; 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 Rancho Palos Verdes:Deprioritize sole source. There is a lack of documented sole source awards for general goods above the $25,000 threshold. Pursue only if your offering qualifies as a unique professional or technology service under the city’s exception policy; work with the department to frame it as a specialized professional service exempt from bidding.
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The city has used cooperative purchasing and authorizes piggybacking (Municipal Code 2.44.060). Reach out to your Starbridge contact to gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Rancho Palos Verdes
Finance Advisory Committee Meeting
Date: Oct 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed the nomination and selection of a Vice Chair for the upcoming fiscal year. Discussions included a review of the treasury report and portfolio performance, as well as the status of the RFP for Investment Advisory and Management Services. An Investment Services Subcommittee was established to oversee the RFP process and review related contractual requirements. Additionally, the committee received a presentation on the city grant application process and the methodology for evaluating potential grant opportunities.
The commission reviewed an appeal regarding a site plan for the installation of mechanical equipment at 28711 Cedar Bluff Drive. Discussion topics included compliance with zoning codes, setbacks, mechanical equipment screening requirements, and an overview of the statutory framework for the appeal process. Staff addressed specific appeal points, including fire ignition risks, property line accuracy, and administrative protocol, clarifying that only the screening of the mechanical equipment was subject to appeal.
Where does City of Rancho Palos Verdes post bids and RFPs?
City of Rancho Palos Verdes posts bids and RFPs on its CivicEngage "Bid Postings" page and on the PlanetBids vendor portal. Vendors can sign up for email notices on CivicEngage; PlanetBids hosts solicitation documents and accepts electronic bid submissions.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Rancho Palos Verdes?
Vendors complete vendor registration and submit bids through City of Rancho Palos Verdes' PlanetBids vendor portal; business licenses are applied for and paid via the City’s eTRAKiT portal. Vendors can also sign up for bid notices on the City’s CivicEngage Bid Postings page.
What procurement requirements does City of Rancho Palos Verdes publish for vendors?
City of Rancho Palos Verdes publishes solicitation-specific procurement requirements on its PlanetBids portal; vendors must review each posted solicitation for required forms, insurance, bonding, licensing, and contract terms. Business-license details appear on the City’s eTRAKiT page; download solicitation documents and follow submission instructions.
Native sync to Salesforce & HubSpot
Date: Aug 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting featured an introduction of a newly appointed committee member and presentations regarding several financial matters. The committee discussed the Development Impact Fee Study, ultimately voting not to proceed with it. Other topics included a review of the RPV Community Foundation Gift Policy, a quarterly presentation on treasury and investment reports, and a financial report concerning the Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex. Future agenda items and staff liaison reports regarding upcoming community events were also shared.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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