The City of Salem is seeking quotes for one used, gasoline- or diesel-powered, double-drum ride-on vibratory roller in the one-ton class with no more than 400 hours of operation. The roller is for the City of Salem Parks and Recreation Department under RFQ #2027-013. The eVA posting identifies it as an open Quick Quote for equipment, closing October 16, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.
The City of Salem is seeking proposals from a qualified consultant team to prepare the East Bottom Small Area Plan as an implementation-oriented amendment to the City of Salem Comprehensive Plan. The work includes existing-conditions analysis, public and stakeholder engagement, land use, housing, economic, transportation, infrastructure, environmental, flood mitigation, preservation, industrial, design, rail-corridor, and implementation planning. Proposals for the single fixed-fee contract are due October 2, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. local time, and submissions may be made by hand, mail, or through Virginia’s e-procurement portal.
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Census ID
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176790
Employee FTE
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476
Population
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25,816
Procurement Hell Score
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68 / 100
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Sole Source:If sale is less than $200,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through Commonwealth of Virginia Statewide Contracts (DGS/DPS via eVA), VITA Statewide IT Contracts, OMNIA Partners Public Sector, and NASPO ValuePoint; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Current stance:City general terms indicate piggybacking/cooperative use is not authorized; no evidence of routine coop usage. Focus on direct bids and sole source first.
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City of Salem Contracts
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Virginia Risk Sharing Association at City of Salem
Effective: Jul 1, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Certificate of Coverage, issued by Virginia Risk Sharing Association to the City of Salem, confirms various insurance coverages for the policy period from July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2027. It details specific limits and deductibles for General Liability, Public Officials, Law Enforcement, Excess Liability, Automobile Liability, Auto Physical Damage, Property, Inland Marine - Misc. Equipment, Boiler & Machinery, Crime, and Workers Compensation. The coverage is subject to the terms and conditions of the Member Agreement and policy forms, and the document is identified by Policy Number P-2026-2027-VRSA-0390-1.
Virginia Risk Sharing Association at City of Salem
Effective: Jul 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a Certificate of Coverage issued by the Virginia Risk Sharing Association to the City of Salem, effective from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2026. It details various insurance coverages, including General Liability, Public Officials, Law Enforcement, Excess Liability, Automobile Liability, Property, and Workers Compensation, all under Policy Number P-2025-2026-VRSA-0390-1, with specified limits for each type of coverage. The certificate serves as information and does not alter the underlying Membership Agreement.
Virginia Risk Sharing Association at City of Salem
Effective: Jul 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Certificate of Coverage, issued by Virginia Risk Sharing Association to the City of Salem, details various insurance coverages active from July 1, 2024, to July 1, 2025, under policy number P-2024-2025-VRSA-0390-1. The covered policies include General Liability, Public Officials, Law Enforcement, Excess Liability, Automobile Liability, Auto Physical Damage, Property, Inland Marine, Boiler & Machinery, Crime, and Workers Compensation, each with specific coverage limits.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Salem
Planning Commission of the City of Salem Meeting Minutes
Date: Aug 12, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Planning Commission held a work session to review upcoming agenda items, including a property on Chestnut Street and a proposed city code change regarding voting signs. During the regular session, the Commission discussed recent site plan and subdivision plat approvals. Two public hearings were conducted: one regarding a request for a Special Exception Permit for a two-family dwelling, and another concerning an amendment to the city code regarding minor signs during voting. Both items were recommended for approval.
City of Waynesboro Strategic Plan
Date: Mar 1, 2025Type: Strategic Plan
This Economic Development and Tourism Strategic Plan for the City of Waynesboro aims to enhance community prosperity by stimulating the local economy through leadership, collaboration, and innovative programs driving capital investment, job creation, and increased tourism. Key strategic pillars include preparing local opportunities for future investment, attracting new investments, jobs, talent, and visitors, communicating attributes and achievements, and guiding entrepreneur development. The vision is to promote wealth-building, create a pro-business environment, and improve the quality of life for its citizens.
Salem City Council City Council Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Salem.
Who manages procurement policies and purchasing for the City of Salem?
The City of Salem Purchasing Division, led by the Purchasing Manager and reporting to the Director of Finance, manages procurement and procurement policies for the City of Salem. The Purchasing Manager is the primary procurement contact and oversees solicitations and bidder lists.
Where does the City of Salem post bids and RFPs?
The City of Salem posts bids and RFPs on its Bid Postings page (Bids.aspx); individual solicitations may reference electronic submission through Virginia’s eVA portal. Vendors should monitor the City of Salem Bids page for full solicitation documents, submission instructions, and addenda.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Salem?
Vendors register for the City of Salem by submitting the Bidders List Application PDF linked on the City of Salem Purchasing page and contacting the Purchasing Manager (Benjamin Denton) to be added to bidder lists. Farmers Market vendors use a separate Become a Vendor page.
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The council meeting began with a moment of silence for a recently deceased council member. Key business included the recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day with a proclamation presented to the Renick Valley Collective Response. Additionally, representatives from a high school DECA chapter requested that the council reconsider the current Spartan Field agreement to allow nonprofit organizations to sell concessions for fundraising purposes, noting inconsistencies with other city contracts. A citizen also addressed the council regarding historical property rezonings and concerns about city development decisions.
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What products and services does the City of Salem procure?
The City of Salem routinely procures public works and construction projects, water utility materials, professional services/consulting, and facility maintenance services, as reflected on the City of Salem Bid Postings page. Vendors can review solicitations for detailed specifications and scopes.
Does the City of Salem use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The City of Salem permits cooperative/piggyback language on a per-solicitation basis; solicitation documents may include clauses allowing other public bodies to piggyback when the City adds such language. Check each City of Salem solicitation for applicable piggyback or cooperative terms.
What vendor requirements does the City of Salem publish?
The City of Salem posts its General Terms and Conditions on the Purchasing page; vendors must obtain the current solicitation documents and any addenda. Specific insurance, bonding, licensing, and other compliance requirements are specified within each City of Salem solicitation.
How does the City of Salem approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Salem Purchasing Division, under the Director of Finance, administers procurements and posts Department Notices, Awards, and Approvals (including sole‑source and emergency approvals) on the Purchasing page. The Purchasing Manager is the solicitation contact for award questions.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Salem?
City of Salem procurement policies and standard contract terms, including the General Terms and Conditions and the Bidders List Application, are posted on the City of Salem Purchasing page. Contact the Purchasing Manager for policy or solicitation document questions.