Procurement of services for the installation of 6-foot black vinyl coated chain link fencing, various gates, and privacy slats/fabric at four Highland City facilities: Fire Station, Well 1, Well 5, and Pheasant Hollow Lift Station.
Highland City is soliciting separate sealed bids for Facility Fencing Improvements under solicitation RA27-115. Questions must be submitted through U3P by September 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM MDT, and bids must be uploaded through U3P by October 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM local time; a single upload is limited to 1 GB. The open posting identifies Highland City as the issuing office and lists a primary bid-documents PDF and a questions addendum.
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Census ID
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135844
Population
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21,571
Procurement Hell Score
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78 / 100
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Sole Source:If sale is less than $5,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through Utah statewide cooperative contracts accessed via U3P, including NASPO ValuePoint and OMNIA Partners; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Highland
Highland City Council Meeting
Date: Aug 18, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting addressed concerns regarding ADU and detached garage setbacks and requested that existing zoning regulations remain in place to avoid restricting property utility. Residents also advocated for the installation of a sidewalk along a golf cart crossing to improve safety for pedestrians, particularly children and individuals with disabilities, due to a narrow roadway and overgrown vegetation. Additionally, the council presented the 'Heroes of Highland' award to a resident for their contributions in developing trail systems and disc golf amenities, and recognized police officers for their community service.
Highland City Council City Council Meeting
Date: Aug 4, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting addressed various community issues, including concerns about property damage related to a trail project, the illegal abandonment of domestic animals, and maintenance and waste management at Highland Glenn Park. Participants expressed gratitude for the recent Highland Fling and celebratory events, while also noting issues with debris from fireworks. The council discussed potential solutions for park upkeep, such as forming a working group and implementing new signage.
Highland City Council Meeting Minutes
Key Contacts
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JB
Jay BaughmanAssistant City Administrator/Community Development Director
Who manages procurement policies for the City of Highland?
The City of Highland's procurement is managed by City departments under policy set by the Mayor and five‑member City Council, with the City Administrator overseeing administration. Engineering handles public‑works and construction bidding while Administration handles professional‑services RFPs and awards.
Where does the City of Highland post bids?
The City of Highland posts solicitations on its Bid Postings and Engineering Bidding pages and directs construction bids to the State of Utah's eProcurement portals; RFP submissions are referenced through the Utah Public Procurement Place (U3P/Bonfire) portal.
What products and services does the City of Highland procure?
The City of Highland routinely procures professional consulting and engineering services, legal services, construction and public‑works projects, capital road improvements, and operational supplies for Public Works, Utilities, and Parks/Recreation, as advertised through the City's bidding channels.
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Date: Mar 18, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The council conducted a work session regarding the FY2026 budget, focusing on revenue projections, personnel costs, and infrastructure priorities. In the regular session, items addressed included a legislative update, staff recognitions, and a proposed interlocal agreement for a library consortium, which was continued. The council approved updates to library fees, eliminating overdue fines and increasing non-resident rates. Other discussions involved the long-term financial health of the library fund, a quarterly finance report, traffic and road data, and school district formation. A closed session was held to discuss legal and personnel matters.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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Track City of Highland meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Does the City of Highland use cooperative purchasing?
Yes. The City of Highland publishes solicitations through State of Utah eProcurement portals and operates within the statewide procurement framework where cooperative, best‑value contracts are maintained by the Utah Division of Purchasing and General Services.
What vendor requirements does the City of Highland publish?
Vendors must review each City of Highland solicitation for required forms and terms; published RFPs commonly require Commercial General and Professional Liability insurance ($2,200,000 per occurrence), workers' compensation coverage, and a non‑discrimination employment statement.
How does the City of Highland approve procurement contracts?
The City of Highland's Mayor and five‑member City Council serve as the legislative approval body for contracts; published RFP terms require written City Commission approval for any financial increase before additional work is authorized and reserve acceptance rights for deliverables.
Where can vendors find procurement policies for the City of Highland?
Vendors can find procurement policy references in City solicitations under 'Highland City Division of Purchasing, Procurement Rules and Regulations.' Municipal purchasing is governed by the Utah Procurement Code (Title 63G, Chapter 6a) and Utah Code § 11‑13‑226; the Municipal Code and ordinances are published online.