What products and services does the City of Southfield procure?

The City of Southfield procures broad categories of tangible items and services, including administrative supplies and office equipment, building leases, and capital engineering projects such as infrastructure, paving, and design/architectural consulting; surplus property is also reallocated or disposed.

Does the City of Southfield use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

The City of Southfield participates in cooperative purchasing, using contracts from Oakland County Purchasing, the Road Commission for Oakland County, and the MITN consortium; the Department may also join State of Michigan or other governmental cooperative contracts when cost or time savings are realized.

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

Vendors for the City of Southfield must meet solicitation specifications, pass required background reviews, and comply with solicitation-specific forms and terms; contractors are also subject to the City of Southfield's Living Wage Ordinance (Title I, Chapter 14) and any applicable federal grant regulations.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Southfield, MI
Country:: US

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0.90 mi of hot mix asphalt shared-use path, concrete curb, gutter and sidewalk ramps and traffic signal work on 9 Mile from Northwestern Highway to Greenfield Road in the city of Southfield, Oakland County.
Posted
Oct 16, 2026
Closes
Nov 6, 2026
The advertisement solicits bids for 0.90 mi of hot mix asphalt shared-use path, concrete curb, gutter and sidewalk ramps, and traffic signal work. The project is on 9 Mile from Northwestern Highway to Greenfield Road in Southfield, Oakland County, and is identified as a Local Agency project. It specifies 5.00% required SBP participation and a completion date of October 1, 2027.
Furnishings and Concrete Installations (Request For Proposal)
Posted
Oct 14, 2026
Closes
Oct 29, 2026
Project includes furnishing (bench & trash receptacle) installations and/or concrete installation. Most installations will be at existing bus stops.
Event Rental Supplies and Labor Services RFP
Posted
Oct 5, 2026
Closes
Oct 29, 2026
Establish a rental program for various event rental supplies and equipment, such as tables, table coverings, chairs, piping and drapes, tents, lighting, barricade fencing, and portable light poles.

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Employee FTE
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Population
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76,111
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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $10,000, use sole source.
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- City of Southfield (MI): Deprioritize sole source. Purchases over $10,000 are subject to formal competitive bidding (public and council-approved), and there is no evidence of sole source awards. Move directly to cooperative contracting where possible.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Southfield

City Council Of Southfield Regular Meeting
Date: Aug 17, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council discussed several items, including the authorization of contracts for detention facility operations, the purchase of mobile data antennas for the Police Department, and an executive search for a Director of Human Resources. The council also addressed a Managed Assigned Counsel Coordinator contract, the transition of online utility and phone payment processing services, and a DTE billing agreement for the 9 Mile Pathway project. Additional discussions focused on training for DPW equipment, various land use and zoning proposals involving a former bank building and a Kroger Fuel station, grant applications for the Nine Mile Pathway project, and the installation of a native plant mural. The council also held a closed session, approved a property deed restriction release, designated delegates for the Michigan Municipal League conference, and reviewed city event protocols and relationships with the local Board of Education.
City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 14, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meetings covered various operational and administrative matters, including the approval of contracts for website redevelopment, the transfer of the Web Services Administrator position, and the creation of a new Emergency Management Specialist role. The council also authorized various purchases, such as fleet vehicles, service trucks, and street sweepers, and approved grants for tree planting, injury prevention, and road repairs. Additionally, they reviewed zoning requests for conditional rezoning and special land uses, held public hearings on economic development initiatives, and made appointments to various city commissions.

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Southfield?

The City of Southfield Purchasing Department within the Fiscal Services Group administers procurement; the City Clerk's Office receives bids, City Council approves contracts, and the Mayor validates council-authorized bonds, notes, and contracts.

Where does the City of Southfield post bids and RFPs?

The City of Southfield posts formal bids, RFPs, and bid results on the Michigan Intergovernmental Trade Network (MITN) portal and links them on the City's Open Bid Notices page; 'as read' bid tabulations are uploaded to MITN within two to three days of opening.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Southfield?

Vendors register with the City of Southfield through the Michigan Intergovernmental Trade Network (MITN) at www.mitn.info, which provides 24-hour access and automated bid notices; the City references MITN support at 800-677-1997 for account questions.

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City of Southfield RFPs

0.90 mi of hot mix asphalt shared-use path, concrete curb, gutter and sidewalk ramps and traffic signal work on 9 Mile from Northwestern Highway to Greenfield Road in the city of Southfield, Oakland County.

Furnishings and Concrete Installations (Request For Proposal)

Event Rental Supplies and Labor Services RFP

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City of Southfield RFPs

0.90 mi of hot mix asphalt shared-use path, concrete curb, gutter and sidewalk ramps and traffic signal work on 9 Mile from Northwestern Highway to Greenfield Road in the city of Southfield, Oakland County.

Furnishings and Concrete Installations (Request For Proposal)

Event Rental Supplies and Labor Services RFP

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