The City of Sterling Heights, Michigan is accepting sealed bids for brush chipping (ITB-SH26-041), covering mechanical brush chipping of overgrown vegetation on city streets, sidewalks, and medians at various sites within the city. Sealed bids are due Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 2:30 PM, and the required documents include the bid form, proof of insurance, contractor licensing, and compliance with city specifications, which are available at www.mitn.info. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bid that meets all specifications, with payment made upon satisfactory completion of work per the city's standard payment terms.
The City of Sterling Heights, Michigan is accepting sealed bids for brush chipping (ITB-SH26-041), covering mechanical brush chipping of overgrown vegetation on city streets, sidewalks, and medians at various sites within the city. Sealed bids are due Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 2:30 PM, and the required documents include the bid form, proof of insurance, contractor licensing, and compliance with city specifications, which are available at www.mitn.info. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bid that meets all specifications, with payment made upon satisfactory completion of work per the city's standard payment terms.
Sole Source:If sale is less than ~$10,000, only use sole source if Purchasing explicitly directs; otherwise pivot to a cooperative contract.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell 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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Paymentus Corporation at City of Sterling Heights
Effective: May 7, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Master Services Agreement between Paymentus Corporation and the City of Sterling Heights, MI, details the provision of electronic bill payment services. Effective May 7, 2025, the agreement establishes a 5-year initial term from an unspecified service launch date. It defines service scope, variable transaction-based fees (per item or percentage), payment processing, and general contractual obligations, including detailed fee schedules and historical payment data.
Paymentus Corporation at City of Sterling Heights
Effective: Jun 11, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Statement of Work (SOW No. 1), effective June 11, 2025, details the provision of five Lane 3000 EMV devices by Paymentus to the City of Sterling Heights for over-the-counter payments. The total due for these devices is $2,375.00 plus shipping and handling, however, this amount is explicitly waived upon signing the SOW.
POINT & PAY LLC at City of Sterling Heights
Effective: Feb 21, 2019Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details an E-Payment Services Agreement between Point & Pay, LLC and the City of Sterling Heights, effective from February 21, 2019. The initial three-year term has been extended through two one-year renewals, now covering the period until February 21, 2024. The agreement outlines the provision of electronic payment processing services via various modules (Counter, Web, IVR), includes a detailed fee schedule for per-transaction and per-item services, and covers terms related to compensation, intellectual property, warranties, liabilities, data security, and exclusivity. The contract does not specify a single total amount, as costs are transaction-based, but provides a comprehensive pricing structure for services rendered.
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Sterling Heights Police and Fire Retirement System Regular Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 17, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board reviewed and approved the annual Actuarial Valuation report and certified the required employer contributions for the upcoming fiscal year. Key financial actions included the authorization of a reserve transfer from the Employer Contributions fund to the Retired Benefit Payments fund and the approval of various disbursements, such as supplemental valuation fees and annuity withdrawals. Additionally, the Board processed several pension administration items, including retirement benefits, EROP terminations, deferred retirement applications, and the approval of surviving spouse benefits.
Sterling Heights Community Alliance Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 16, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board conducted a bonding exercise and discussed contributing recipes for a community cookbook. A presentation was provided regarding upcoming charter amendment proposals. The organization held officer elections for the new program year. Discussion topics included updates on graphic design projects, participation in the Macomb Student Voice Summit, the launch of the Pen Pal Network initiative, and future ambassador opportunities. The group reviewed the success of a recent social event and scheduled a tentative date for a new resident welcome event, alongside promotion for an upcoming charity 5k fundraiser.
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Sterling Heights?
The City of Sterling Heights Office of Purchasing, led by the Purchasing Manager, is the city's procurement authority and operates under the City’s Purchasing & Procurement Manual and the Purchasing Ordinance (Article VI). Vendors should consult those sources for roles, responsibilities, and contact routing.
Where does the City of Sterling Heights post bids and RFPs?
The City of Sterling Heights posts bids and RFPs on its official City Bids page and Cooperative Contract Bids page and publishes solicitations via the BidNet/MITN vendor portal. Vendors should monitor those pages and register on BidNet to receive notices and download documents.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Sterling Heights?
Vendors register through the City of Sterling Heights' BidNet/MITN vendor registration system and can also complete the City's Vendor Application form available on the Doing Business with the City page. Registering on BidNet enables notice delivery and access to solicitation documents.
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City of Sterling Heights Election Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Oct 12, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Election Commission meeting addressed several operational items regarding the upcoming General Election. The Commission approved the establishment of absent voter counting boards and authorized the early processing and tabulation of absent voter ballots in compliance with state law. Furthermore, the Commission appointed election inspectors and receiving board members, with a note on recruitment efforts for these positions. Additional discussions included updates on the temporary relocation of several polling precincts and the schedule for early voting locations, including the community center and the Chaldean Community Foundation.
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What products and services does the City of Sterling Heights procure?
The City of Sterling Heights procures supplies, services, public improvements/construction, and equipment maintenance under its municipal purchasing code. Vendors can review the City’s purchasing ordinance and the Bids page for category context and posted solicitations within these durable categories.
Does the City of Sterling Heights use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The City of Sterling Heights uses cooperative purchasing: it publishes Cooperative Contract Bids on the City website with pricing extendable to MITN members and posts cooperative/piggyback opportunities via the BidNet/MITN system for member use.
What vendor requirements does the City of Sterling Heights publish for solicitations?
The City of Sterling Heights publishes standard terms and templates in its Purchasing & Procurement Manual and includes solicitation-specific requirements—such as insurance, bonds, required forms, and certifications—within each posted solicitation; vendors must review each solicitation for exact compliance terms.
How does the City of Sterling Heights approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Sterling Heights Office of Purchasing administers procurements under the City Purchasing Ordinance (Article VI), which defines dollar thresholds, exemptions, and approval authorities determining when awards require Purchasing Manager action, department approval, or City Council authorization.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Sterling Heights?
Vendors can find procurement policies and standard terms in the City of Sterling Heights Purchasing & Procurement Manual on the City website and in the City Purchasing Ordinance (Article VI) in the municipal code; these sources contain templates, thresholds, and governing rules.
