The Village of Croton-on-Hudson (the “Village”) wishes to develop a contract for the purchase of all traffic signals, controllers, cabinets and hardware needed for the Intersections of South Riverside Avenue and Croton Point Avenue and South Riverside Avenue and Benedict Boulevard.
Buyer Attributes
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Census ID
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170676
Population
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8,282
Procurement Difficulty Score
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42 / 100
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:If sale is less than $20,000 (goods) or $35,000 (public works), use sole source; otherwise deprioritize; steer to a coop or a formal bid instead via Empire State Purchasing Group (BidNet).
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, and NASPO ValuePoint; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Village of Croton-on-Hudson:Sole source is not practical based on recent history (no awards above $20,000). Low competitive bidding thresholds ($20,000 goods; $35,000 public works) drive most purchases to coops or formal bids. If sole source is attempted, expect scrutiny; default to a cooperative or compete on BidNet.
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The Village uses cooperative purchasing and authorizes piggybacking (NY GML §103[16]). Reach out to your Starbridge contact to gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Village of Croton-on-Hudson
Waterfront Advisory Committee Meeting
Date: Oct 6, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed a referral from the Village Board of Trustees regarding a Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) consistency review for a proposed local law amending the zoning code to clarify regulations for adult-use cannabis dispensaries. The discussion focused on understanding the alignment of the proposed local law with statewide cannabis legislation. The committee also completed a review of the Short Environmental Assessment Form and the Coastal Assessment Form, finding no necessary changes, and determined that specific LWRP policies regarding development location and permit procedures were applicable and consistent with the Village's program.
Planning Board Meeting Minutes
Date: Oct 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed a change of use application for an art studio, which was deferred, and reviewed draft amendments regarding zoning regulations for cannabis dispensaries, suggesting additional distance requirements for other business types and the prohibition of drive-throughs. The meeting also included a review of final signage for a cannabis dispensary, with deliberations on LED lighting and sign aesthetics, and received updates regarding an engineer's report on local development projects.
Croton Fire Department Fire Council Meeting
Key Contacts
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Who manages procurement policies and purchasing for the Village of Croton-on-Hudson?
Procurement authority for the Village of Croton-on-Hudson rests with the Mayor and the Board of Trustees, per the Village Procurement Policy. The policy's 'Authority' section and Board agendas show the Board authorizes the Mayor to execute purchase and contract forms when required.
Where does the Village of Croton-on-Hudson post bids?
The Village of Croton-on-Hudson posts public bids and RFPs on BidNet's Empire State Purchasing Group portal. The Village 'Bids, RFPs, RFQs and Addenda' page directs vendors to BidNet to view and respond to posted solicitations.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the Village of Croton-on-Hudson?
Vendors who want to view or respond to Village of Croton-on-Hudson solicitations must register with BidNet (Empire State Purchasing Group). Event and street vendors must obtain required licenses and provide proof of insurance to the Village Clerk under the Village street-vendor policy.
Date: Jul 28, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council discussed municipal updates regarding village events, emergency response efforts, grant opportunities, and local infrastructure projects. The meeting addressed personnel matters, including membership applications and nominations for the upcoming department election. Operational reports covered training, equipment repairs, apparatus schedules, and departmental inspection plans. The Fire Prevention Committee reviewed inventory and promotional needs. Additionally, the council deliberated on affordable housing for first responders, implemented new driver training protocols, and reviewed the treasurer's financial report.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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What products and services does the Village of Croton-on-Hudson procure?
The Village of Croton-on-Hudson procures general municipal commodities and services under its Procurement Policy and New York General Municipal Law thresholds. Vendors should consult the Village Procurement Policy for purchase-order procedures and the categories covered by those thresholds.
Does the Village of Croton-on-Hudson use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The Village of Croton-on-Hudson authorizes piggybacking on contracts awarded by other municipal entities and posts solicitations via the Empire State Purchasing Group. Westchester County guidance also permits local governments to utilize cooperative purchasing arrangements where allowed under local policy.
What vendor requirements does the Village of Croton-on-Hudson publish for vendors?
The Village of Croton-on-Hudson requires vendors to carry Commercial General Liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, per Village Clerk guidance. Street and event vendors must also hold required New York State vending licenses and provide proof of insurance to the Clerk.
How does the Village of Croton-on-Hudson approve procurement contracts and awards?
Contracts and purchases for the Village of Croton-on-Hudson follow the Village purchase-order policy and require Board of Trustees authorization; the policy references a $1,000 threshold for purchase-order procedures. Board agendas show the Board may authorize the Mayor to execute contract forms when appropriate.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the Village of Croton-on-Hudson?
The Village of Croton-on-Hudson posts its Procurement Policy and related purchasing documents on the Village website and codifies procurement standards in Village Code Chapter 79. Those sources set purchase-order procedures, reference NY GML bid thresholds, and authorize a Best Value standard.