What products and services does City of Escondido procure?

The City of Escondido's Purchasing Division acquires equipment, materials, supplies, consultant services, and construction/contractor services supporting municipal departments' daily operations, maintenance, public works, and specialized professional needs across city functions.

Does City of Escondido use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

Yes. Escondido Municipal Code Section 10-91, as amended by Ordinance 2020-17, authorizes the Purchasing Officer to procure goods and services through state and intergovernmental cooperative purchasing programs and to participate in cooperative purchases for recycled products.

What procurement requirements does City of Escondido publish for vendors?

Vendors must obtain a City Business Tax Certificate to conduct business with the City of Escondido; contractors must hold an active California State Contractor's License, and awarded contracts require specified insurance, bonds, and City Attorney-approved standard agreements.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Escondido?

Procurement policies and standard contract terms are codified in Escondido Municipal Code Chapter 10 (Articles 1, 5, and 6) and Ordinance No. 2020-17; they set procurement thresholds, small-purchase and competitive-bid procedures, protest rules, and cooperative purchasing authority.

What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Escondido use?

The City of Escondido references federal and state small-business certifications (minority-, veteran-, disabled veteran-, women-, disadvantaged/8(a)-, and LGBTQ-owned) on its Financial Resources page and directs vendors to the Small Business Development Center for certification assistance; the Municipal Code also encourages recycled-product purchases.

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Location:: Escondido, CA
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RFB 27-03 Grand Avenue Vision Project – Phase III
Posted
Oct 23, 2026
Closes
Nov 17, 2026
Phase III extends improvements along Grand Avenue between Maple Street and Escondido Boulevard and includes construction of the Maple Street traffic circle. The project is intended to enhance pedestrian safety, accessibility, and multimodal circulation while supporting downtown businesses. Current design activities include roadway and pedestrian-accessibility improvements, decorative lighting and streetscape design, and drainage and infrastructure improvements.
Facilities Fire & Life Safety Program (Request For Proposal)
Posted
Oct 19, 2026
Closes
Nov 9, 2026
To provide facility fire protection system inspections and repairs.
Oakvale Road Rock Lined Swale Repair Project RFP
Posted
Oct 8, 2026
Closes
Nov 5, 2026
The Work consists of repair and restoration of approx. 260 LF of existing rock-lined drainage swale along Oakvale Road, as shown on the Contract Drawings. Work includes removal and disposal of deteriorated or displaced swale materials; excavation, grading, and preparation of the swale subgrade; placement of filter fabric, bedding, and rock lining; restoration of disturbed adjacent surfaces; traffic control; erosion and sedimentation control/BMPs; and all incidental work necessary to provide a complete and functional drainage swale.

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- Sole Source: If essential to match installed systems (e.g., Motorola, MUSCO, ESRI), partner with the champion department to draft the justification per Municipal Code §10-102(b) and route for City Council approval.
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- City of Escondido (CA) permits sole source when required for compatibility with equipment presently on hand (Escondido Municipal Code §10-102(b)).
- Best fit: solutions tied to existing platforms (e.g., Motorola, MUSCO, ESRI).
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- City of Escondido actively uses cooperative purchasing and allows piggybacking (Escondido Municipal Code §10-91). You can get onboarded to the recommended path by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Invoice Cloud, Inc. at City of Escondido
Effective: Jan 1, 2020Expires: Expiration date locked.
This Public Services Agreement, identified as A-3229, is established between the City of Escondido and Invoice Cloud, Inc. for the provision of public services. The contract has an effective start date in 2020, with an initial five-year term and five successive one-year options for extension, potentially extending the agreement until 2030. Compensation for services is estimated based on the City's activity and usage, rather than a fixed sum. The agreement includes comprehensive terms and conditions covering insurance requirements, indemnification, assignment clauses, and compliance with various laws.
City of Escondido at City of Escondido
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This Golf Course Construction and Lease Agreement, dated August 10, 1990, between the City of Escondido and CCA/Silband Golfcorp, outlines the Lessee's obligations for constructing and subsequently operating and managing an 18-hole public golf course for a term of 35 years. The effective start date for operations and rent payment is the first calendar month following construction completion or February 1, 1992, whichever comes first. The agreement details specific financial commitments, including up to $750,000 for off-site improvements, assurance of $6,000,000 for construction, and a rent structure involving minimum annual payments and percentage-based earnings. It also covers responsibilities for maintenance, repairs, insurance, taxes, and conditions for default and termination.
Escondido Golf, LLC at City of Escondido
Effective: Sep 14, 2022Expires: Expiration date locked.
This document outlines two concurrent agreements between the City of Escondido and Escondido Golf, LLC for the Reidy Creek Golf Course. The first is a Golf Course Management Agreement, where Escondido Golf, LLC will manage and operate the golf course for an annual fixed fee of $75,000 (with annual 2.5% or CPI increases), a 10% incentive fee based on net profit, and a $1,250 monthly accounting fee (with annual 2.5% increases). The second is a Lease and Concession Agreement, granting Escondido Golf, LLC exclusive rights to provide food and beverage services in exchange for 10% of gross food and beverage revenues. Both agreements have an initial five-year term, with an option for four additional years, structured to coincide with the bond payment schedule ending October 2030.
Escondido Golf, LLC at City of Escondido
Effective: Sep 30, 2022Expires: Expiration date locked.
This document is the First Amendment to the Golf Course Management Agreement between the City of Escondido and Escondido Golf, LLC for the Reidy Creek Golf Course. The amendment, signed on June 12, 2023, is retroactively effective to September 30, 2022, the original agreement's date. Its primary purpose is to revise the calculation of the 'Incentive Fee' paid to the Manager. The Incentive Fee will now be paid only when gross revenue increases by at least 10% from the previous year, and will be calculated as 15% of the amount by which actual Gross Revenue exceeds the prior year's Gross Revenue, capped at 15% of the total management fee for that year. All other terms and conditions of the original agreement remain unchanged.

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Escondido City Council Regular Session Minutes
Date: Sep 16, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Council meeting included public comments requesting the cancellation of an ICE firing range contract. Key legislative actions included authorizing a consulting services agreement with Dudek for an urban forest management plan, approving a public services agreement for the Senior Nutrition Program, and updating the city's conflict of interest code. The Council approved hazardous waste disposal services and accepted grants from the State of California Board of Community Corrections and the U.S. Department of Justice. Several ordinances were adopted, regulating mobility devices, establishing a police military equipment use policy, and implementing a moratorium on data centers. Further actions included authorizing a real property consulting services agreement with Jones Lang LaSalle and supporting a North County Transit District grant application, alongside receiving an update on development services streamlining.
City of Escondido Public Art Commission Minutes
Date: Aug 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission discussed the Escondido Expressions Traffic Signal Box Program, deciding not to fund the Sikes Theme box, declining to issue a call for artists for the Grand Avenue box, and voting to retain the Old Escondido traffic signal box design. The commission also approved funding for the 2027 Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month, allocating funds for grants and an outreach and engagement program. Additionally, reports were provided regarding the staff liaison, Queen Califia's Magical Circle, and various recent arts-related community events and awards.

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Escondido?

The City of Escondido's Purchasing Division in the Finance Department administers procurement; a Purchasing Officer appointed by the City Manager supervises centralized purchasing, and the City Council approves contracts above specified dollar thresholds.

Where does City of Escondido post bids and RFPs?

The City of Escondido posts solicitations on its Bid Postings page and distributes opportunities through BidNet Direct (California Purchasing Group); vendors should register on BidNet to receive alerts and view posted solicitations and results.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Escondido?

Vendors register with BidNet Direct (California Purchasing Group) to receive solicitation alerts and view opportunities; vendors can also sign the City of Escondido bidders list and must obtain a City Business Tax Certificate via the online Business License portal.

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