The contract covers 1.51 miles of hot-mix asphalt cold milling and resurfacing on Avenue A east from M-37 (Helmer Road) in Springfield. The work also includes concrete sidewalks and ramps, concrete curb and gutter, and pavement markings. It is identified as a Local Agency project in Calhoun County, with bids due at the MDOT letting on November 6, 2026.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
201919
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
16
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
5,246
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
78 / 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:Not supported here; pivot to direct outreach and spec influence instead.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, and MiDEAL; 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 Springfield (MI). No evidence of sole source contracting. Deprioritize this path. Instead, identify the relevant department head (e.g., Public Services, Finance), build the relationship, and work to have your specifications written into the competitive bid requirements. No published sole source thresholds found; expect formal competition for significant purchases.
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No evidence that City of Springfield uses cooperative purchasing today, but you can position these co-ops as another option and reach out to your Starbridge contact to gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Springfield
City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Aug 3, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council meeting covered several operational and administrative items. Key discussions included the City Manager's report regarding economic development and the upcoming public display of The Wall That Heals. The Council approved the purchase of a 2027 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor for the police fleet, as well as several business licenses for local establishments.
City of Springfield Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Date: Jun 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Planning Commission conducted a regular meeting to address training regarding roles and responsibilities. The meeting also included deliberation on zoning reclassifications for multiple properties, including a request for residential zoning at the corner of Avenue A/Harmony Lane and a mixed-use zoning change for a property on 20th Street, both of which were approved. Additionally, a proposal to rezone a property on W. Dickman Road to industrial/research/technology was reviewed and ultimately failed to pass.
City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Jun 15, 2026Type:
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Springfield.
TS
Tina SeamanBuilding Administrator / Code Enforcement / Building Official / Deputy Zoning Administrator
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Springfield?
Procurement for the City of Springfield is administered by city administration—primarily the City Manager and the Finance Director/Treasurer—and procurement actions are presented to and overseen by the City Council. Council packet materials show staff-prepared procurement recommendations and council resolutions approving awards.
Where does City of Springfield post bids and RFPs?
The City of Springfield posts public solicitations, bids, and RFPs on its official website Public Services / Bids page. Vendors should monitor that city-hosted page to download bid documents and follow the posted submission instructions and deadlines listed on each solicitation posting.
How does City of Springfield approve procurement contracts and awards?
Contract awards and many procurement decisions for the City of Springfield are approved by the City Council via formal resolutions following staff recommendations from the City Manager and Finance administration. Council packet documents show staff cover memos and 'RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL' resolution language approving awards.
Meeting mention
The council meeting addressed several operational and financial matters, including the waiver of charter deadlines regarding oaths of office for appointive officers and the authorization of an equipment lease and purchase agreement for a project with Veregy. The city manager provided an update on the CDBG housing grant, the upcoming application launch for the Home Improvement Program, and meetings held with local officials regarding countywide initiatives. Departmental reports were reviewed covering public works, law enforcement, and fire department activities.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
Know what buyers discuss before RFPs drop
Track City of Springfield meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Springfield?
Vendors can find the City of Springfield Procurement Policy referenced in City Council materials and the City Code on Municode for official procurement rules and standard contract terms. Those documents provide the city's formal procurement procedures and any referenced vendor obligations.
