City of Vista

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Vista, CA
Country:: US

City of Vista RFPs

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Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Economic Development Advisory Services
Open
Jul 27, 2026
Closes
Aug 25, 2026
The City of Vista is seeking a qualified consulting company to provide on-call economic development advisory services, including economic development and economic impact analyses. The selected consultant may perform infrastructure financing strategies, fiscal and economic impact reports, workforce analyses, market and feasibility studies, real estate advisory services, and related assignments. This is a professional services solicitation rather than a grant program, with proposals due August 24, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
Traffic Signal Design for CIP No. 8407: N. Santa Fe Avenue & Angeles Vista Drive Traffic Signal (Request for Proposals)
Open
Jul 22, 2026
Closes
Aug 12, 2026
Provide qualified engineering firm or team to provide professional services for design surveying, underground utility survey, geotechnical investigation, engineering, electrical design, roadway design, striping, construction staking, construction material testing, and construction support for two traffic signals.

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Census ID
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211981
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
931
Population
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98,274
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Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: If sale is less than $50,000, use sole source. Above $50,000, treat sole source as non-viable; pivot to a coop or prepare for a formal bid.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, NASPO ValuePoint, and CMAS; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Sole Source
- City of Vista (CA). Sole source is extremely rigid with no evidence of use above $50,000. Deprioritize this path. Immediately pivot to cooperative purchasing as the only potential shortcut, with the expectation that a formal competitive bid will be required.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Cooperatives
- City of Vista has used cooperative purchasing before (e.g., documented Sourcewell use) and is authorized under Vista Municipal Code 3.08.060(C). Coops are occasional; validate applicability with the department and Purchasing. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.

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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Vista

City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Jun 23, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council meeting included a variety of actions and discussions, including the filing of the monthly check register and the Treasurer's Cash Report. Several contracts were awarded for professional services, including third-party administration of workers' compensation, a Climate Action Plan update, sewer system rehabilitation, and sewer capacity improvement projects. Additionally, an easement was granted to San Diego Gas & Electric for charging stations, and five public mural projects were approved. Public hearings were held regarding municipal code amendments, solid waste collection rates, and delinquent weed abatement charges. The Council also discussed election-related matters such as candidate statement regulations, tie-vote resolution processes, a Prop L reserve strategy, and a proclamation for Christian American Heritage Month.
Standing Committee on Homelessness Meeting
Date: Jun 25, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee meeting featured updates on the Buena Creek Navigation Center, including progress on housing exits and individual support cases. A presentation on the 2026 point-in-time homeless census count was conducted, detailing the methodology for measuring homelessness in the city, which includes the point-in-time count, the Homeless Management Information System, and a by-name list. The discussion covered the increase in homeless counts, the regional distribution of data by deployment sites, and the effectiveness of current outreach strategies. Members also deliberated on the influence of deployment site changes and volunteer participation levels on data accuracy, as well as the utilization of by-name lists for more localized and ongoing planning.
City Council City Council Meeting
Date: Jun 23, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council meeting addressed multiple public concerns, including safety issues regarding golf carts on a private street, enforcement of regulations for short-term rentals, and noise complaints related to pickleball courts. Additionally, the Council approved the consent calendar, which included sewer capacity improvements, and conducted a public hearing to amend the municipal code to comply with state laws concerning meeting disruptions, decorum rules for virtual participation, and the removal of outdated smoking prohibitions.

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Key Contacts

Public-sector contacts connected to City of Vista.

Erin AdamsAdministrative Programs Manager

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Kallison LeahyAssistant City Clerk

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Imelda Magadan HuertaAssistant City Manager

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Mathew McDonaldAssistant Finance Director

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City of Vista RFPs

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City Council Regular Meeting

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