The City of Tamarac is requesting quotes through an informal quotation for its annual Sprout Social software renewal, not a grant program. The one-year renewal covers the Advanced Plan, unlimited profiles, three additional users, listening for up to three topics, and an onboarding add-on, with the current license expiring November 19, 2026. Authorized partners and resellers may submit online quotations, and the City may use national consortium pricing for competitive rates.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
124239
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
445
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
74,134
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
39 / 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
Higher is better Unlock
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $65,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, TIPS, or the Florida Sheriffs Association; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
Unlock detailed thresholds, contracting paths, payment terms, and vendor benchmarks for this buyer.
The City of Tamarac has used cooperative purchasing to streamline awards and avoid full competitive solicitations. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
Recommended (accessible through Starbridge):
Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
Unlock detailed thresholds, contracting paths, payment terms, and vendor benchmarks for this buyer.
Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Tamarac
City of Tamarac General Employees' Pension Trust Fund Regular Board Meeting
Date: May 20, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board of Trustees held a regular meeting to conduct various pension fund business. Key discussion topics included the annual actuarial valuation report with a 7% interest rate assumption and the approval of this return rate. The Board also reviewed a quarterly investment performance report, resulting in the approval of an increase in equity allocation within the investment policy. Other topics addressed included legal updates on potential legislative changes, the ratification of recurring invoices and benefit payments, and updates on the fiduciary liability policy. Additionally, the Board appointed a new Vice-Chairperson and made a decision regarding the legal representation of the pension fund.
City of Tamarac Firefighters' Pension Trust Fund Regular Board Meeting
Date: May 20, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board discussed several key items, including an actuarial valuation and assumption review, a quarterly investment performance report, and legal counsel updates regarding IRS-required amendments. Additionally, the Board ratified invoices and benefits payments, reviewed a proposal for paperless agenda distribution, discussed the timing of Cost-of-Living Adjustments, conducted a formal transition of legal representation, and appointed new Board Trustees.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Tamarac.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Tamarac?
The City of Tamarac’s Purchasing and Contracts Division (within Financial Services) is responsible for procurement and purchasing. The five-member City Commission sets policy while the City Manager oversees operations; Purchasing handles requisitions, solicitations, contract administration, and vendor onboarding for city departments.
Where does City of Tamarac post bids and RFPs?
City of Tamarac posts public solicitations on its Bids & Tenders e‑procurement site (tamarac.bidsandtenders.org) and lists solicitations on the Government Databases / Current Solicitations page linked from the City website; vendors should register on Bids & Tenders to receive notifications.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Tamarac?
Vendors register on the City of Tamarac Bids & Tenders portal to receive notices and respond to solicitations, then complete a Vendor Account in the City’s Click2Gov portal. Required submissions include commodity codes, a signed W‑9, a current Certificate of Insurance, and Direct Deposit/ACH consent.
City of Tamarac Planning Board Meeting Agenda and Minutes
Date: Dec 4, 2019Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting proceedings included the approval of special exception petitions and ordinance amendments. Key discussion items involved a special exception request for a child day-care center in a mixed-use zoning district, the termination extension of the Woodlands Overlay District, and the adoption of the City of Tamarac Impact Fee Study. Additionally, the board reviewed a special exception request for a minor vehicle service and repair facility, focusing on compatibility with existing zoning, traffic impact, and environmental compliance with waste disposal regulations.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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What products and services does City of Tamarac procure?
The City of Tamarac procures three primary categories: goods (supplies, materials, equipment), services, and construction. The Purchasing and Contracts Division handles requisitions, formal solicitations (RFPs/IFBs), and contract administration across City departments for these categories of purchases.
Does City of Tamarac use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
Yes. City of Tamarac’s Purchasing Policy 96‑06R defines and authorizes Piggyback Agreements and participation in cooperative purchasing programs, and the City Commission approves specific piggyback agreements by resolution; solicitation documents identify cooperative participation details for each opportunity.
What procurement requirements does City of Tamarac publish for vendors?
City of Tamarac’s Purchasing Code and Purchasing Policy 96‑06R require vendors to provide a current Certificate of Insurance naming the City as additional insured, bid/performance/payment bonds where required, appropriate Florida contractor licensing, a signed federal Form W‑9, Scrutinized Companies certifications, and E‑Verify compliance.
How does City of Tamarac approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City Commission approves procurement contracts and awards above the City’s formal solicitation thresholds; the Purchasing and Contracts Division processes requisitions and purchase orders while the Accounting Division validates account coding. The Purchasing Manager and Department Directors have delegated approval authorities, and the City Manager handles emergencies.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Tamarac?
City of Tamarac’s procurement policies and standard terms are published in the Tamarac Procurement Code (Chapter 6, Article V) and in Purchasing Policy 96‑06R; those pages list procurement methods, procedures, and the City’s dollar thresholds and serve as the authoritative sources for solicitation rules and vendor terms.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Tamarac use?
City of Tamarac maintains a Local Business Preference program referenced on the City’s Purchasing page. Vendors should consult solicitation documents or contact the Purchasing and Contracts Division for the program’s qualification criteria, documentation requirements, and how preferences are applied in evaluations.
