What products and services does City of Farmington Hills procure?

The City of Farmington Hills Purchasing Division procures broad municipal categories including professional services (for example engineering and energy studies), public works and construction-related services, facilities maintenance, and goods, equipment, and supplies to support operations and infrastructure.

Does City of Farmington Hills use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

The City of Farmington Hills participates in cooperative purchasing through the MITN Cooperative. The City's Purchasing pages reference MITN participation for cooperative purchasing and shared solicitations that vendors can access via the cooperative portal.

What procurement requirements does City of Farmington Hills publish for vendors?

The City of Farmington Hills' Bid Process page states each solicitation includes required forms, terms, submission instructions, and any insurance or bonding requirements. Vendors must review every bid or RFP document for solicitation-specific instructions, forms, and mandatory contract terms before submitting a response.

How does City of Farmington Hills approve procurement contracts and awards?

The City of Farmington Hills' Purchasing Division administers procurements and manages solicitations; formal contract approvals and awards are overseen by the City Council through council meetings and ordinances. Vendors can consult Purchasing and Council records for award notices and approval actions.

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

Vendors can find procurement policies, solicitation terms, and bid procedures on the City of Farmington Hills Purchasing pages on fhgov.com, specifically the Purchasing Division and Bid Process pages, which host official purchasing guidance and standard solicitation language.

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

The City of Farmington Hills' Purchasing pages reference the Michigan Minority Supplier Development Council (MMSDC) as a supplier-diversity resource. Vendors seeking certification or diversity outreach can consult the City's purchasing pages and the MMSDC for guidance on minority supplier programs and networking.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Farmington Hills, MI
Country:: US

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HVAC, GEOTHERMAL & BUILDING AUTOMATION SYS. INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE & REPAIR
Posted
Sep 24, 2026
Closes
Oct 14, 2026
The City of Farmington Hills is seeking bids for installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC, geothermal, and building automation systems. This is Invitation to Bid ITB-FH-26-27-2600, published on September 24, 2026. Bids are due October 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT.
RFP-FH-26-27-2585 - Body Armor and Concealable Vest Carrier
Posted
Sep 21, 2026
Closes
Oct 15, 2026
The City of Farmington Hills is soliciting proposals under RFP-FH-26-27-2585 for body armor and concealable vest carriers. The opportunity is a Michigan local-government procurement posted through the City’s centralized e-procurement system, with proposals due October 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT. The available posting does not expose the technical requirements or a downloadable primary solicitation file.
Website Hosting and Maintenance Riley Skate Park Repairs RFP
Posted
Sep 22, 2026
Closes
Oct 6, 2026
Provide website hosting and maintenance.

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Employee FTE
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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $19,000, use sole source only if uniquely proprietary and not on a co-op; complete the Sole Source Justification (> $19,000) and be ready for City Council approval (> $25,000).
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding. Additional cooperative options include MiDEAL and CoPro+.
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- City of Farmington Hills uses sole source only for uniquely proprietary technology not available on a cooperative. Position your product as a Sole Source O.E.M vendor essential for city operations. Work with the Purchasing Department to complete the Sole Source Justification Form for any purchase over $19,000, and be prepared to support justification for City Council approval on any contract valued over $25,000.
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- The city actively uses cooperative purchasing (founding member of MITN; uses statewide and national co-ops). Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Farmington Hills

Farmington Hills City Council Special Meeting
Date: Aug 12, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council held a special meeting focused on the recruitment process for the City Manager position. Key discussions included entering a closed session to review employment applications and the subsequent selection of finalist candidates for interviews. The Council established logistics, dates, and an interview format featuring fourteen open-ended questions and a scoring rubric. Further topics addressed included travel reimbursement policies for candidates and a review of the City Manager employment agreement structure, specifically regarding risk mitigation and contract negotiation procedures.
Farmington Hills City Council Study Session
Date: Aug 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council held a study session to discuss several key items. Members authorized a closed session for collective bargaining negotiations. The Great Lakes Water Authority provided an update on the 14 Mile Road Transmission Main Project, covering the emergency pipe replacement, project funding, construction sequencing, traffic management, and community outreach. The council discussed property rights related to the Costick Center's Right of First Refusal and evaluated an option to purchase a 3.91-acre parcel. Finally, the council reviewed proposed updates to the fire code, specifically the adoption of the 2021 International Fire Code to address hazards associated with lithium-ion battery technology.

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Farmington Hills?

The City of Farmington Hills' Purchasing Division, within Central Services, manages procurement and assists City departments with purchasing. Contact and administrative information for the Purchasing Division, including solicitation support, is published on the City of Farmington Hills Purchasing and Central Services pages.

Where does City of Farmington Hills post bids and RFPs?

The City of Farmington Hills posts solicitations on the City Purchasing 'Current Solicitations' area on fhgov.com and on the MITN Cooperative portal, which the City participates in. Vendors should monitor both locations and register for portal notifications to receive postings.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Farmington Hills?

Vendors register through the City of Farmington Hills' vendor-managed solicitation portal tied to the MITN Cooperative vendor system. The City’s Purchasing page links vendors to the solicitation portal and explains vendor-managed registration steps for receiving bid notifications and submitting proposals.

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City of Farmington Hills RFPs

HVAC, GEOTHERMAL & BUILDING AUTOMATION SYS. INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE & REPAIR

RFP-FH-26-27-2585 - Body Armor and Concealable Vest Carrier

Website Hosting and Maintenance Riley Skate Park Repairs RFP

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HVAC, GEOTHERMAL & BUILDING AUTOMATION SYS. INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE & REPAIR

RFP-FH-26-27-2585 - Body Armor and Concealable Vest Carrier

Website Hosting and Maintenance Riley Skate Park Repairs RFP

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