What products and services does the City of Fremont procure?

The City of Fremont commonly procures construction services, electrical, mechanical/HVAC, plumbing and pipefitting, onsite wastewater services, utilities-related services (electric, gas, sewer, water), and consulting/professional services. These categories align with municipal operations and trade registration classifications on the City website.

Does the City of Fremont use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

The City of Fremont, as a Nebraska political subdivision, is eligible to use the Nebraska Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Cooperative Purchasing program to purchase goods and services from State Contracts when the contracted vendor agrees to participate.

What procurement requirements does the City of Fremont publish for vendors?

The City of Fremont requires trade registrants to submit specified liability insurance, proof of passed trade examinations or reciprocal registration, and a U.S. Citizenship Attestation form as listed on the Registration & Examination page. The page specifies $250,000 minimum insurance for general contractors and $1,000,000 for master-level trades.

How does the City of Fremont approve procurement contracts and awards?

The City Council is the approval authority for procurement contracts and awards for the City of Fremont. Departments such as Finance, Public Works, and Utilities manage procurements and route contract recommendations and agenda items to the Council via the CivicEngage Agenda Center for formal consideration.

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

The Fremont Municipal Code is the official source for the City of Fremont's procurement and purchasing ordinances and is published at https://www.fremontne.gov/427/Fremont-Municipal-Code. An index of City Ordinances is available and the City Clerk can be contacted for questions at the City website listings.

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Location:: Fremont, NE
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REQUEST FOR QUOTES for GAS FILTER AND ULTRASONIC METER
Posted
Sep 19, 2026
Closes
Oct 6, 2026
The City of Fremont, Nebraska is requesting quotes for all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to purchase and commission a large-volume natural gas filter and large-volume natural gas ultrasonic meter. Quotes must be submitted to the Fremont City Clerk at 400 East Military Avenue, Fremont, Nebraska, and must guarantee the bidder’s good faith to honor the proposal for ten days if accepted by the City Council. The City reserves the right to select the quote that provides the best workmanship and materials regardless of price, reject any or all quotes, and waive informalities.
Fremont, NE Lead Service Line Replacement
Posted
Sep 16, 2026
Closes
Oct 8, 2026
Work generally consists of lead and galvanized water service line replacements at approx., 150 properties.
Fremont Southeast Detention Basin - Grading Package
Posted
Aug 31, 2026
Closes
Sep 29, 2026
Grading for future stormwater detention cell. Description: 1 LS of mobilization; 1 LS of bonding and insurance; 1 LS of clearing and grubbing; 30203 CY of topsoil stripping, hauled off-site (established quantity); 167451 CY of excavation, hauled off-site (cut, established quantity); 1302 CY of earthwork, measured in embankment, on-site (fill, established quantity); 31 acre of seeding and hydromulch; 3 EA of stabilized construction entrance.

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- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding. Other cooperative options include DAS Statewide Contracts and ESUCC Cooperative Purchasing.
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- Entity: City of Fremont, Nebraska.
- Viability: Secondary path for truly unique offerings; position as the only practicable source under Nebraska state and Fremont city code.
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City Council And Planning Commission Special Joint Meeting
Date: Feb 8, 2022Type: Meeting mention
The meeting was a special joint session focused on reviewing the draft land use plan and development chapter of the comprehensive plan. Key discussions included defining the planning area and growth boundaries, the incorporation of port authority development and its supporting infrastructure, and the necessity of aligning the land use plan with long-range transportation models. Additionally, the council and commission reviewed residential housing stock, demographic trends regarding owner-occupied versus rental units, and cost-burdening metrics to inform future housing policy.
City Council City Council Meeting
Date: Apr 19, 2022Type: Meeting mention
The meeting was a joint session between the City Council and the Main Commission to discuss the draft downtown sub-area comprehensive plan. Key topics included the planning process, review of the downtown historic district, the integration of the Unified Development Code with the comprehensive plan, and potential redevelopment strategies for downtown sites. The discussion focused on establishing flexible land-use policies, addressing upper-story residential infill, and evaluating catalyst redevelopment sites to enhance the downtown area's vibrancy.
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Fremont?

The City Administrator oversees day-to-day operations and the Finance Department manages purchasing, while the City Council provides governing oversight and final approvals. Operating departments such as Public Works and Utilities execute procurements within their program areas and coordinate with Finance and Council agendas.

Where does the City of Fremont post bids and RFPs?

The City of Fremont posts bids, RFPs, and contract opportunities on its official Bid Postings portal (CivicEngage) at https://www.fremontne.gov/Bids.aspx. Vendors can view posted solicitations there and subscribe to receive text or email notifications of new solicitations and updates.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Fremont?

Vendors register through two City channels: construction trades register with the Building Permits & Inspections Division via the Registration & Examination process, and general bidders subscribe for bid notifications through the City of Fremont Bid Postings portal. Construction registration also documents exam and insurance requirements.

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