The City of Tarpon Springs seeks Letters of Interest from qualified independent vendors to provide concession services for its 2027 Recreation Events. The services are for the City's Recreation Division, and the posting identifies the opportunity as an open EOI. Submissions are due November 20, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. EST.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $25,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through OMNIA Partners, Sourcewell, and other Florida-usable contracts; 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 Tarpon Springs (FL) can sole source for proprietary technology, essential OEM parts, or continuity of service.
Process:Work with the end-user department (e.g., Public Works, Police) to build the business case, then engage the Procurement Services Department to draft the sole source justification.
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The city actively uses cooperative purchasing and piggybacking to accelerate buys and bypass the low competitive threshold. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Tarpon Springs
Sustainability Committee Meeting
Date: Oct 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed the history of its outreach efforts and discussed a recent event that explored the overview effect and ecological restoration. Significant focus was placed on coordinating an upcoming event, 'Planning the Seeds for Growing Future,' including guest recruitment and logistics. The members also evaluated potential collaboration with a neighboring municipal environmental committee and engaged in a detailed discussion regarding Sunshine Law compliance for committee interactions and meeting procedures.
Board of Commissioners of the City of Tarpon Springs Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board of Commissioners discussed the proclamation of National Community Planning Month, acknowledging the Planning and Zoning Department's contributions. Public comments addressed concerns regarding local flooding and erosion near the bayou, the impact of school expansion on traffic, and general inquiries about city policies and government surveillance. The Board also reviewed and approved several consent agenda items, with specific discussion and clarification provided regarding the purchase of eight new police vehicles.
Public Art Committee Meeting
Key Contacts
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Who manages procurement policies and purchasing for the City of Tarpon Springs?
The City of Tarpon Springs Procurement Services Department manages procurement and purchasing in-house, while the elected Board of Commissioners holds final award and governance authority and meets regularly at City Hall to approve actions.
Where does the City of Tarpon Springs post bids and RFPs?
The City of Tarpon Springs posts public bids and RFPs on its Bonfire procurement portal (https://ctsfl.bonfirehub.com/portal/) and on the City's Bid Postings page; formal bid openings are conducted virtually per City guidance.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Tarpon Springs?
Vendors complete a two-step registration: submit the City Vendor Application (including NIGP commodity codes and Federal ID/SSN) to purchasing@ctsfl.us, then register on the City’s Bonfire portal and select applicable NIGP codes; SAM.gov is required for federal projects.
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Date: Oct 14, 2026
Type: Meeting mention
The committee addressed several business items, including updates on the illuminated art boxes index and the status of committee business cards. A primary focus of the meeting was the storm drain mural project, where members reviewed new artist submissions for three locations and discussed design criteria, specifically emphasizing the environmental awareness theme 'only rain down the drain' and the requirement for native species imagery.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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What products and services does the City of Tarpon Springs procure?
The City of Tarpon Springs procures supplies, equipment, and professional and nonprofessional services for City departments using NIGP commodity codes; acquisition methods include sealed bids, Requests for Proposals, written quotations, cooperative purchasing, piggybacking, and purchasing cards.
Does the City of Tarpon Springs use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
Yes. The City of Tarpon Springs authorizes cooperative purchasing and piggybacking under Section 1.13 of its Procurement Guidelines, including Florida State Contracts, co-op contracts, GPC contracts, GSA Schedule 70/84, and other government-agency contracts or competitively solicited bids.
What vendor requirements does the City of Tarpon Springs publish for vendors?
The City requires completion of the Vendor Application with Federal ID or SSN and NIGP codes, verification against Florida's suspended vendor list, E‑Verify and Sunbiz registration as applicable, and SAM.gov registration for federally funded projects; solicitation-specific insurance, bonding, and licensing requirements appear on each solicitation.
How does the City of Tarpon Springs approve procurement contracts and awards?
Contracts of $25,000 or more require sealed bids or Requests for Proposals and must be approved by the City of Tarpon Springs Board of Commissioners by resolution before an authorized purchase order is issued; Procurement Services administers solicitations and awards.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Tarpon Springs?
The City of Tarpon Springs procurement policies are published in the Administrative Code 'Procurement Guidelines' (effective April 2, 2024) and the City's document library; thresholds: under $5,000 no quotations, $5,000–$24,999.99 three written quotations, $25,000+ sealed bids or RFPs.