The City of Wellington seeks bids to replace the existing 4-inch waterline beneath US Highway 160 with two parallel waterlines installed by directional drilling: approximately 715 feet of 6-inch pipe on the north alignment and 717 feet of 2-inch pipe on the south alignment. Work also includes removing and replacing fire hydrants and reconnecting existing services to the proposed waterlines. Bids are due October 27, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time and will be publicly opened then.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
164897
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
125
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
7,541
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
50 / 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:If sale is less than $2,500 and your solution is a direct, compatible replacement that cannot be competitively sourced, use sole source; otherwise pivot to coops.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell; 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 Wellington (KS) rarely approves sole source and limits it to equipment compatibility cases. Deprioritize this path unless the purchase is a direct, compatible replacement that cannot be competitively sourced. Expect to provide a clear compatibility justification and coordinate with Procurement. General thresholds to keep in mind: competitive process over $2,500; Governing Body approval over $10,000.
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The City uses cooperative purchasing and has an active Sourcewell membership (Account #7860). Coops are the lowest-friction path here; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform by reaching out to your Starbridge contact.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Wellington
Council of the City of Wellington Work Session
Date: Jul 28, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council held a work session to review the 2027 budget, covering property valuation increases, revenue neutral rates, and funding requests from various entities including the Chamber of Commerce and the Tourism and Convention Fund. Discussions included the transition to a self-funded health plan, management of non-levy and levy funds such as the Ambulance & Firefighting, Library, and General funds, and adjustments for debt service and compensation studies. The council also addressed aging infrastructure, potential sales tax measures, departmental equipment reserves, and capital improvement priorities, directing staff to further review funding allocations and bond possibilities for future projects.
Council Of The City Of Wellington Work Session
Date: Aug 19, 2024Type: Meeting mention
The council held a work session to discuss the 2024 proposed budget, reviewing financial projections, including the Revenue Neutral Rate, sales tax options for capital needs, and department-specific funding requests. Discussions covered health insurance planning, the status of hospital facilities and sales tax, ambulance and fire fund constraints, and necessary capital equipment upgrades across various departments, including the airport, police, and sanitation. The council reached a consensus on prioritizing specific capital expenditures, utilizing ARPA and ADA funds for critical projects such as radio upgrades, HVAC repairs, and city facility accessibility improvements, while deferring other non-urgent items to remain within budget allocations.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Wellington.
JN
Jason NewberryAssistant City Manager of Utilities and IT
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Wellington?
Procurement for the City of Wellington is managed by the City Manager and executed through municipal departments (Administrative/Finance, Public Works, Utilities, Building/Inspections, Municipal Airport). Significant contracts and procurement policy actions are approved by the Governing Body (Mayor and six‑member City Council).
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Wellington?
Vendors sign up for e‑notifications on the City of Wellington Bid Opportunities page to receive new bid and RFP alerts; to bid, follow each solicitation's submission instructions, email required documents to treasurer@cityofwellington.net or deliver them to City Hall, and verify receipt with the City Clerk.
What procurement requirements does City of Wellington publish for vendors?
City Council City Council Meeting
Date: Oct 6, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting addressed several municipal matters, including a public inquiry regarding a proposed moratorium on data center development. Discussion focused on the scope of the moratorium and its application to existing proposals. Key council reports included reminders for the city's Fall Cleanup event, operational updates on sanitation, and general comments regarding community negativity and economic impact. The council also approved a street closing request for an upcoming barbecue contest and authorized participation in a demolition program for a distressed residential property. Additionally, the council approved a rezoning request for a former church property to facilitate its conversion into a residence.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
Know what buyers discuss before RFPs drop
Track City of Wellington meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
The City of Wellington's solicitation documents require construction contractors to carry workers' compensation insurance, and many construction bids require performance bonds; each solicitation specifies required bonding, insurance minimums, and additional forms, so vendors should review every bid packet and confirm bid receipt with the City Clerk.
How does City of Wellington approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Wellington Governing Body (Mayor and City Council) approves procurement contracts and awards at public City Council meetings; the City Manager prepares meeting agendas and distributes supporting materials, and votes follow the Council's Rules of Procedure.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Wellington use?
The City of Wellington operates a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program for Wellington Municipal Airport projects and publishes a DBE public notice with participation information and contacts for airport‑funded procurements.
