Soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide a comprehensive classification and compensation study for all DPW employees. The firm may also be retained to provide ongoing on-call support services for future wage consulting and related services. The contract duration is anticipated for 3 years, with two 1-year renewals.
The selected consultant will prepare a comprehensive plan updating and consolidating existing stormwater asset management, management, and TIF 97 plans into a single integrated strategy. The scope includes reviewing existing conditions, updating asset inventories, conducting hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, and assessing climate resiliency and water quality improvements. Additionally, the consultant will develop a 20-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) with cost estimates, establish technical stormwater design standards, outline operation and maintenance guidelines, lead public and stakeholder outreach, and recommend long-term funding strategies to support ongoing infrastructure needs.
The opportunity is for identification signage at Grand Traverse County’s Health Services Building. The notice lists reference FAC 10-15-26, a publication date of October 16, 2026, and a closing deadline of November 16, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST. The public posting does not provide the detailed specifications or a directly accessible bid document, so requirements beyond the signage project could not be confirmed.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $25,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through MiDEAL and MITN; Road Commission uses Sourcewell. You can gain access to Sourcewell and NASPO through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Grand Traverse County, MI:No evidence of sole source awards above $25,000. Using sole source is high risk; redirect requests to cooperative purchasing to avoid formal bidding.
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The County uses cooperative purchasing (confirmed use of MiDEAL and MITN; Road Commission uses Sourcewell).
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Grand Traverse County Contracts
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GovInvest Inc. at Grand Traverse County
Effective: Oct 18, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a three-year renewal SaaS Licensing Agreement between Grand Traverse County and GovInvest, Inc., effective October 18, 2023. The agreement covers four software modules: Pension, Labor Costing, Financial Forecasting, and Compensation, with a total annual cost of $66,999, fixed for the term. The contract includes detailed terms and conditions regarding service provision, payment, confidentiality, and liabilities.
GovInvest Inc. at Grand Traverse County
Effective: Oct 18, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This invoice from GovInvest Inc. to Grand Traverse County for $66,999.00 covers annual subscription fees for Pension, Costing, Financial Forecasting, and Compensation Modules. The services are for the period of October 18, 2023, to October 17, 2024, with payment due by December 02, 2023.
GovInvest Inc. at Grand Traverse County
Effective: Oct 18, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This invoice, #2023-4932, details the annual subscription fees for Pension, Financial Forecasting, Costing, and Compensation Modules provided by GovInvest Inc. to Grand Traverse County. The services are for the period spanning from October 18, 2025, to October 17, 2026, totaling $66,999.00.
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Grand Traverse County Board Of Commissioners Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board addressed several agenda items, including the approval of a snow vendor contract and Meals on Wheels services, with specific items involving grant agreements and childcare policy implementation removed from the consent calendar for further consideration and subsequent approval. The meeting featured a presentation from the Traverse Bay Children's Advocacy Center, a report from the Treasurer concerning IRS correspondence and department staffing, a budget discussion, and a capital improvement presentation. Commissioners were appointed to a homelessness task force, and a closed session was postponed due to a lack of a quorum.
Board of Public Works Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board reviewed several operational reports, including updates on the Septage Treatment Facility (STF) master plan, various infrastructure projects like the Wastewater Treatment Plant Primary Treatment & UV Disinfection Improvement Project, and departmental staffing. Key discussions included procurement policy reviews, the approval of the 2027 budget, and an after-action report regarding a sanitary sewer overflow incident. The board also authorized contracts for cross-connection inspection services, emergency excavation work, and repairs related to recent water service line leaks.
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Josh RinveltAdoption and Juvenile Office Specialist
Parks and Recreation Commission of the Grand Traverse County Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission reviewed departmental budget reports regarding revenue and grant reimbursements, alongside updates from the Strategic Planning and Rules committees concerning park usage policies and meeting procedures. Discussions also included reports from the TBAYS representative regarding tournament operations and infrastructure upgrades, and a briefing from the County Board representative on agreements with Reefworks LLC for Camp Greilick. The commission held a discussion regarding the lease agreement for the North Sky Raptor Sanctuary, focusing on the public approval process.
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