Generally include the coordination and interconnection of two (2) new owner-procured and installed Biodryers, demolitions and replacement of dewatered solids conveyor systems, select wall demolition and replacement, indoor utility replacements, a site piping replacement/relocation, a dumpster loading canopy, and associated electrical improvements.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
174000
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
98
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
13,647
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
54 / 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 $10,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, and COSTARS; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Borough of Ephrata, PA shows near-zero appetite for sole source. Low sole source ceiling around $10,000 and a documented instance of rejecting a “sole bid.” Competitive bidding threshold is $23,800. Practical approach: deprioritize sole source and pivot to cooperative contracts.
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You can get onboarded to the recommended cooperative vehicles by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
The Borough actively uses cooperative purchasing (regular COSTARS use, verified Sourcewell membership, and historical HGACBuy use).
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Borough of Ephrata
Ephrata Borough Planning Commission Minutes
Date: Jul 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting focused on the review of a subdivision and land development plan for 237 East Fulton Street. Discussions included adjustments to lot boundaries and acreage, the proposed demolition of a historic structure, coordination with the neighboring township, and project responsibilities regarding financial security and inspections. The Commission also addressed emergency access and consulted with the local fire department. Additionally, the Commission recommended approval of the development plan subject to specific conditions and discussed local traffic conditions near the site.
Ephrata Borough Planning Commission Minutes
Date: Sep 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission reviewed the Land Development Plan for 1413 West Main Street, identifying issues with building orientation relative to zoning ordinances and incomplete project requirements. Concerns regarding fire truck access and navigation on the site were raised, and the applicant failed to attend the meeting. Consequently, the commission voted to table the plan and directed staff to communicate the necessary review comments and requirements to the applicant for future consideration.
Ephrata Borough Planning Commission Minutes
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Borough of Ephrata.
Who manages procurement for the Borough of Ephrata?
Procurement oversight for the Borough of Ephrata is exercised by the elected Borough Council, with day-to-day purchasing administered by the Borough Manager; the Ephrata Borough Authority (EBA) manages water, wastewater, and stormwater utility procurement.
Where does the Borough of Ephrata post bids and RFPs?
The Borough of Ephrata posts solicitations, RFPs, and contractor qualifications on its Document Center and the RFPs/Qualifications page; contract awards and procurement actions are published in Council agendas and minutes on the Agenda Center.
Does the Borough of Ephrata use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The Borough of Ephrata uses the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania COSTARS cooperative purchasing program; Borough Council minutes reference a COSTARS vendor in the context of a contract award, confirming COSTARS use for applicable procurements.
Date: May 19, 2026
Type: Meeting mention
The Commission reviewed and approved a combined preliminary and final land development plan for Caring Acres Community at 1103 West Main Street, subject to addressing specified review comments. Additionally, the Commission recommended approval of a waiver and modification request for a final lot add-on plan at 33 Ridge Avenue, contingent upon addressing technical review comments.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track Borough of Ephrata meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
What vendor requirements does the Borough of Ephrata publish for suppliers?
Council minutes show the Borough of Ephrata has required a Certificate of Insurance naming the Borough as additional insured; mechanical and crane work has required operator licensing and crane certification as noted in the same meeting record.