Work includes 6,175 LF install striping; 1,255 LF 12" striping (thermoplastic limit line); 25,540 sf install ladder crosswalk; 840 SF pavement markings (thermoplastic); 755 SF green pavement markings (bike lanes); 2,500 LF remove and install curb marking; 6 EA remove existing sign; 2,187 LF install detail 9 per caltrans standard plan a20a; 229 LF install detail 37b per caltrans standard plan a20b; 250 LF install 6" white line (not from a caltrans detail). See outside link.
The City of South Pasadena is seeking an underwriter for its 2026 Water Revenue Refunding Bonds under invitation CM26-04. The transaction concerns refunding the City’s water revenue debt, and the underwriter’s role is to market and sell the bonds. The electronic solicitation was posted October 5, 2026, and proposals are due October 22, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
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161183
Employee FTE
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202
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25,503
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52 / 100
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Coops:Frequently procures through NASPO ValuePoint, OMNIA Partners (Public Sector), and Sourcewell; 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 South Pasadena, CA. For sole source, prepare a written justification explaining why competition is not in the City’s best interest and align to proprietary/continuity needs (especially public safety/critical infrastructure). City Council approval is required for any amount exceeding $30,000. Work with the end‑user department and Finance (Purchasing) to route approvals.
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The City actively uses cooperative purchasing and allows piggybacking; 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 South Pasadena Contracts
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Donovan Bros. Golf LLC at City of South Pasadena
Effective: Jul 1, 2011Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract outlines a Golf Course Operations Management Agreement between the City of South Pasadena (Owner) and Donovan Bros. Golf, LLC (Manager) for the Arroyo Seco Golf Course. Effective July 1, 2011, for an initial 48-month term, the agreement details the Manager's exclusive role in operating the facility, including financial management, personnel, and capital improvements. Compensation includes a monthly fee of $8,000 and an incentive fee based on increased Net Operating Income. The document also includes a Lease Agreement as Exhibit 1, which may supersede the management agreement, offering an initial 10-year term with options to extend, and defining minimum and percentage rent structures.
Donovan Bros. Golf LLC at City of South Pasadena
Effective: Apr 1, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Third Amendment to the Golf Course Operations Management Agreement, executed in April 2022 between The City of South Pasadena, California (Owner) and Donovan Bros. Golf, LLC (Manager), ratifies a prior hold-over period and transitions the agreement to a month-to-month term. It modifies termination provisions, clarifies personnel requirements, and addresses an outstanding Incentive Management Fee by awarding the Manager $61,586.80 for the July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021 period, in exchange for waiving all prior claims for such fees.
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South Pasadena Public Works Infrastructure Commission Commission Meeting
Date: Oct 14, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Commission meeting focused on general public comment and a discussion regarding safety and multimodal operation improvements at the intersection of Mission Street, Pasadena Avenue, and Arroyo Drive. Public speakers addressed concerns regarding infrastructure needs, specifically street maintenance, potholes, and proposed street repair measures. Following public comment, project engineers presented an overview of the existing traffic, pedestrian, and cyclist conditions, identified safety concerns such as speeding and visibility issues at the intersection, and outlined the goals for proposed infrastructure improvements to increase safety for all users.
South Pasadena Community Services Commission Special Meeting
Date: Sep 3, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission held a special meeting covering several key topics, including staff introductions and the approval of the consent calendar. The commission approved field use requests for Holy Family Catholic School and AYSO Region 214. Additionally, the commission discussed a proposed six-month pilot program for public court operations, evaluating potential changes to hours of operation, reservation systems, and striping configurations for tennis and pickleball courts.
South Pasadena Community Services Commission Special Meeting
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Nick KimballAssistant City Manager/Chief Financial Officer
Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of South Pasadena?
The City of South Pasadena Finance Department oversees purchasing: the Purchasing Agent and Finance Manager administer routine procurements; the City Manager has approval authority for certain professional services up to $30,000, and the City Council approves contracts above $30,000. The City Clerk tracks insurance certificates.
Where does the City of South Pasadena post bids and RFPs?
City of South Pasadena posts solicitations and bid results on the City of South Pasadena PlanetBids portal; vendors must register on the PlanetBids contracting opportunities page to view, download documents, and submit electronic responses through that portal.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of South Pasadena?
Vendors complete registration through the City of South Pasadena PlanetBids vendor portal; the City's Contracting Opportunities page provides the PlanetBids link and a vendor assistance contact (Joan M. Powe) for registration or submission questions.
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The Commission discussed the reorganization of the city's parks and facilities division, which was transferred from Public Works to Community Services to improve coordination and reporting. Approval was granted for the temporary closure of the Arroyo South field for necessary turf restoration. Additionally, the Commission reviewed a proposed policy concerning the use of memoranda of understanding and partnership agreements for outside organizations requesting to use city facilities or support public programs.
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What products and services does the City of South Pasadena procure?
City of South Pasadena procures goods and general services, professional services (including architects and engineers via Qualifications-Based Selection), public works construction projects, and recurring operational supplies frequently procured via blanket purchase orders under Finance Department purchasing rules.
Does the City of South Pasadena use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The City of South Pasadena Finance Policies and Procedures Manual authorizes cooperative purchasing and piggyback contracts as appropriate procurement methods, permitting use of cooperative purchasing vehicles when suitable for a purchase.
What procurement requirements does the City of South Pasadena publish for vendors?
The City of South Pasadena requires vendors to carry insurance for services and public works, may require bid security (bid bonds up to 10% where specified), and includes cybersecurity/privacy-liability provisions; the City Clerk tracks insurance certificates and federal purchases follow Uniform Guidance requirements.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of South Pasadena?
Vendors can find procurement policies, bidding and award thresholds, ethical standards, insurance and bonding guidance, emergency procurement rules, and PlanetBids e‑procurement instructions in the City of South Pasadena Finance Policies and Procedures Manual and on the City's Contracting Opportunities page.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does the City of South Pasadena use?
The City of South Pasadena maintains a Local Vendor Purchasing Preference in its Finance Policies and Procedures Manual that encourages purchases from South Pasadena-based vendors; consult the Finance Manual for specific preference provisions and application details.
