What products and services does City of Santa Barbara procure?

City of Santa Barbara routinely procures public works contracts, goods and supplies, and professional/independent contractor services under its municipal purchasing rules. These durable procurement categories are reflected in the City’s municipal code and standard agreement templates.

Does City of Santa Barbara use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

Chapter 4.52 of the City of Santa Barbara Municipal Code authorizes participation in cooperative purchasing agreements, enabling the City to use piggyback contracts. Vendors can confirm cooperative-vehicle use in individual solicitations or by contacting the City of Santa Barbara Purchasing Department.

What procurement requirements does City of Santa Barbara publish for vendors?

The City of Santa Barbara publishes solicitation-specific vendor requirements; each solicitation posted on the City’s PlanetBids portal lists required insurance, bonds, licenses, compliance forms, submission instructions, and any special contract terms vendors must meet.

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

Procurement for the City of Santa Barbara is governed by the City Municipal Code (Chapter 4.52 - Purchasing) and implementing ordinances; vendors should consult those code sections and contact the City of Santa Barbara Purchasing Department for standard terms, protest rules, and award procedures.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Santa Barbara, CA
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Transmission Main Renewal Phase 2
Posted
Sep 10, 2026
Closes
Oct 16, 2026
Execute pipeline rehabilitation and renewal tasks along existing 24” and 30” Water Transmission Mains. The work generally includes the removal, replacement and/or addition of plug valves, butterfly valves, gate valves, combination air vacuum release assemblies with isolation valves, blow-off assemblies with isolation valves, capping and abandoning corporation stop valves, and main line and branch line piping, fittings, couplings, appurtenances, ranging in size from 3” to 36”. Tasks include utility shut down coordination, excavation, shoring, dewatering, temporary/permanent asphalt, striping, coatings rehab, and disinfection.
San Roque Water Main Replacement Project
Posted
Sep 4, 2026
Closes
Oct 6, 2026
Replace approx 4 miles of existing water main.
Raw Water Quality Study for the Charles E. Meyer Desalination Plant RFP No. 5142
Posted
Sep 3, 2026
Closes
Oct 1, 2026
This is a government RFP, not a grant program. The City of Santa Barbara Water Resources Department is seeking a qualified consultant team to design, install, and manage a comprehensive raw-water monitoring program for the Charles E. Meyer Desalination Plant. Proposals must be submitted electronically by October 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM PDT, with questions due September 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM PDT.

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- Sole Source: If proprietary/continuity/emergency, work with Purchasing to complete the sole source justification; City Council approval required.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell or OMNIA Partners; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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- Entity: City of Santa Barbara, CA.
- Basis: Municipal Code Section 4.52.070(L) (proprietary technology, continuity of service, or emergency).
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- The City has used cooperative purchasing and maintains confirmed memberships (e.g., Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners). Piggybacking is expressly authorized by Municipal Code Section 4.52.140; validate access to your specific contract with Purchasing at (805) 564-5349.
- Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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City of Santa Barbara Contracts

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Santa Barbara Golf LLC at City of Santa Barbara
Effective: Dec 15, 2015Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This document is the Second Amendment to the Golf Course Management Agreement (City Agreement No. 25,390) between the City of Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Golf, LLC, effective December 11, 2018. It modifies key financial and operational terms of the existing agreement, which originally commenced on December 15, 2015. Significant changes include an increase in the initial working capital provided by the City to the Operator from $160,000 to $225,000, and a new provision requiring the City to advance 50% of costs for Capital Projects exceeding $50,000. The amendment also details updated procedures for banking, deposits, payment of direct costs, management of capital expenditures, and requirements for third-party contracts, while affirming that all other terms and conditions of the original agreement remain in full force and effect.
Santa Barbara Golf LLC at City of Santa Barbara
Effective: Nov 23, 2019Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This is a Professional Service Contract (Agreement No. 2-200012-2) between the City of Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Golf, LLC, executed on November 23, 2019. The contractor will provide project management services for the renovation of the #9 green. The total compensation for all services under this contract shall not exceed $9,500. The contract includes provisions for scope of services, compensation, extra services, timeframes, ownership of documents, assignment, notices, indemnity, insurance, termination, conflict of interest, employment administration, business tax, and adherence to City ordinances regarding non-discrimination and minimum wage. Required insurance coverages and a nondiscriminatory employment certificate are attached as exhibits.
Santa Barbara Golf LLC at City of Santa Barbara
Effective: Jul 1, 2016Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This Third Amendment modifies Santa Barbara City Agreement No. 25,390, a Golf Course Management Agreement between the City of Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Golf, LLC. The amendment, operative March 31, 2021, extends the agreement term until July 1, 2026, and retroactively sets the overall agreement's effective date to July 1, 2016. It mandates the Operator to make a $125,000 capital investment and establishes new financial terms including an annual Fixed Management Fee ($96,445 for the year ending June 30, 2021), an Incentive Management Fee (15% of golf revenues over specified thresholds, e.g., $2,700,000 for the year ending June 30, 2021), and an annual Accounting Fee ($18,000 for the year ending June 31, 2021). All fees and thresholds are subject to annual adjustments based on CPI.
Santa Barbara Golf LLC at City of Santa Barbara
Effective: Jun 21, 2016Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This document is the First Amendment to the Golf Course Management Agreement (City Agreement No. 25,390) between the City of Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Golf, LLC, effective June 21, 2016. The amendment primarily modifies financial and accounting procedures, including removing the City as a signatory from the Operating Bank Account, increasing the initial Working Capital provided by the City to the Operator from $80,000 to $160,000, and establishing a monthly reimbursement process instead of biweekly. It also adds further detail to the types of records the Operator must maintain. All other terms of the original agreement remain in full force.
City of Santa Barbara at City of Santa Barbara
Effective: Jul 1, 2025Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This Equipment Lease Agreement, No. 28,761, is between the City of Santa Barbara (Lessor) and Santa Barbara Golf, LLC (Lessee) for the lease of equipment and tools at the Santa Barbara Municipal Golf Course. The agreement commences on July 1, 2025, and concludes on June 30, 2026, with an option for annual extensions. The rental fee for the equipment is a nominal $1.00. The contract specifies terms for equipment description (Exhibit B), use, maintenance, surrender, assignment, indemnity, and comprehensive insurance requirements (Exhibit A).

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Santa Barbara City Council Special Meeting
Date: Aug 25, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting consisted of a roll call followed by a transition into a closed session to discuss two agenda items involving conferences with the city attorney concerning pending litigation. There was no public comment regarding these items, and the council adjourned to the closed session.
Airport Commission Meeting
Date: Aug 19, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission meeting included discussions on noise abatement efforts and potential instrument approach changes, with a public comment session regarding noise complaints. The director provided updates on the FBO redevelopment process, including the publication of a request for qualifications, and the terminal improvement project which is utilizing a new construction manager at risk procurement method. Additionally, the commission approved items on the consent calendar, including a lease agreement, and reviewed the preliminary fourth-quarter year-end financial report, highlighting record passenger numbers and revenue growth.
Staff Hearing Officer Staff Hearing Officer Meeting
Date: Aug 19, 2026

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Santa Barbara?

Purchasing for the City of Santa Barbara is managed by the City Purchasing function and the Purchasing Agent, with oversight and authority vested in the City Administrator and City Council under the City Municipal Code (Chapter 4.52). Contact the City of Santa Barbara Purchasing Department for authority thresholds or organizational details.

Where does City of Santa Barbara post bids and RFPs?

The City of Santa Barbara posts solicitations on its Vendor Registration / Bids & Contracts web page and on the City’s PlanetBids e-bidding portal. Vendors should register on PlanetBids and monitor those official portals for posted bids, RFPs, solicitation documents, and addenda.

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