The City of Fayetteville is seeking qualifications from firms to provide investment management services for City funds. The initial contract term is one year, with four automatic one-year renewal options. Proposals may be submitted electronically or as sealed physical proposals by October 20, 2026, before 2:00 PM local time, and firms must be qualified and licensed to do business under applicable laws.
The City of Fayetteville is seeking proposals from qualified firms to assist in creating a water distribution master plan. Solicitation documents and addenda are available through the City Procurement Division’s electronic bidding platform, and a non-mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for October 6, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Proposals must be received by October 27, 2026, before 2:00 p.m. local time, either electronically or as a sealed physical proposal.
Sole Source:If sale is less than ~$40,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, TIPS, BuyBoard, and OMNIA; 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 Fayetteville, AR:There is no clear or commonly used sole source pathway. Public records show no sole source awards above the city’s ~$40,000 competitive bidding threshold. Treat as high-friction/low-probability and move quickly to cooperative contracts instead.
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City of Fayetteville has used cooperative purchasing to bypass formal bidding. 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 Fayetteville
Planning Commission Meeting
Date: Jan 23, 2023Type: Meeting mention
The Planning Commission conducted a meeting to review various development and zoning requests. Key topics included approvals for projects such as Courtyards at Owl Creek, Markham Hospitality, and The Trails on the Creek, as well as several variances and conditional use permits. The Commission also deliberated on rezoning requests and various site-specific conditional use permits, including JJ's Sports Complex and residential developments. Several items were approved with conditions, while others were denied or tabled indefinitely, with some involving public comments.
City of Fayetteville, AR City Plan 2040
Date: Jan 21, 2020Type: Strategic Plan
The City Plan 2040 outlines a comprehensive vision, goals, objectives, and action items to guide the decision-making process for Fayetteville's future. The plan focuses on six key areas: prioritizing appropriate infill and revitalization, discouraging suburban sprawl, establishing compact and connected development, growing a livable transportation network, assembling an enduring green network, and creating opportunities for attainable housing. It aims to achieve sustainability, foster economic growth, preserve natural and cultural resources, and enhance the quality of life for all residents by ensuring equitable access to healthy, walkable, and distinct neighborhoods by 2040.
Key Contacts
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Fayetteville?
The City of Fayetteville's Procurement Division, within the Department of Finance and Administration, manages procurement for supplies, construction, services, and surplus disposal for all City departments; contracts at or above $50,000 require Fayetteville City Council approval.
Where does City of Fayetteville post bids and RFPs?
City of Fayetteville posts bids, RFPs, RFQs, and quotes on its IonWave electronic bidding portal (https://fayetteville-ar.ionwave.net), with opportunity links also published on the City of Fayetteville Procurement Division webpage.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Fayetteville?
Vendors register free online on the City of Fayetteville IonWave bidding portal (https://fayetteville-ar.ionwave.net/Login.aspx); registration is required to bid or respond to solicitations and is recommended to receive bid notifications. New vendors or those with W-9s older than 12 months must email a current W-9 to the Purchasing Division.
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Fayetteville Strategic Priorities
Date: Jan 23, 2026Type: Strategic Plan
This document outlines strategic priorities for the city of Fayetteville, focusing on urban development and community enhancement. Key areas include prioritizing appropriate infill and revitalization, discouraging suburban sprawl, and establishing traditional town forms. Additionally, the plan emphasizes assembling an enduring green network, creating opportunities for attainable housing, and growing a livable transportation network. These initiatives aim to foster a sustainable, walkable, and equitable urban environment for residents.
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What products and services does City of Fayetteville procure?
City of Fayetteville routinely procures supplies (goods), construction for public works and infrastructure, and miscellaneous services for City departments, and it manages disposal of surplus City property.
Does City of Fayetteville use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
City of Fayetteville has used the TIPS national purchasing cooperative via City Council resolutions (for example, Resolution 275-21) and may use State of Arkansas contracts when authorized by Council resolution.
How does City of Fayetteville approve procurement contracts and awards?
Procurement actions are processed by the City of Fayetteville Procurement Division (Finance and Administration); awards at or above $50,000 require formal Fayetteville City Council approval, typically enacted by a numbered resolution adopted at a Council meeting under published Rules of Order and Procedure.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Fayetteville?
Vendors can find City of Fayetteville procurement policies and standard terms in Arkansas statutes, City ordinances and City Code, and in City resolutions and individual solicitations posted on the City of Fayetteville Procurement Division pages and document portal.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Fayetteville use?
City of Fayetteville's Resolution 244-25 affirms that the City encourages qualified small, minority, and women-owned business enterprises to bid on and receive City contracts for goods.