Provide services for tree removal and stump grinding operations. Work shall consist of the following: tree removals - diameter and locations of trees vary; grinding of stumps - diameter and locations of stumps vary; restoration as needed.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $5,000, use sole source.
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.
Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
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City of Hudson (WI) emphasizes competitive bidding for purchases over $5,000 and has no defined process or history for non-emergency sole source. Practical move: deprioritize sole source and pivot to cooperative purchasing.
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The City has used cooperative purchasing before and is an active Sourcewell participant. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to gain access to the recommended cooperative path.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Hudson
City of Hudson Plan Commission Plan Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Aug 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission held a public hearing regarding a Conditional Use Permit for Max's Social House, which was postponed to allow for further review of parking calculations and previous site approvals. New business conducted included a recommendation of approval to the Common Council for the Final Plat Map of Kinsley Ridge in the extraterritorial zone, a recommendation for the temporary zoning of properties included in a direct annexation petition, and the approval of a Downtown Design Review Certificate for 727 Second Street.
City Of Hudson Council Regular Council Meeting
Date: Aug 3, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting addressed several operational and legislative items, including the appointment of a new member to the Park Board and the authorization of financial claims. Key actions included the adoption of an updated Urban Functional Classification System and the approval of a Fire Referendum Resolution concerning levy limits. Departmental updates were provided regarding utilities and ongoing public works projects. The council also held a closed session to discuss legal strategy regarding specific property litigation. Finally, the council discussed future agenda items related to public safety and resident complaints regarding bicycles.
City Of Hudson Park Board Park Board Meeting
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Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Hudson?
City of Hudson's Purchasing Policy Matrix (DocumentCenter/View/105) is the authoritative procurement policy; it sets dollar thresholds, solicitation methods (verbal/written/public bid), advertising/notice classes, bid tabulation and award authorities, purchase-order rules, emergency purchases, and a serial-contracting prohibition.
Who manages procurement and purchasing contracts for City of Hudson?
The City of Hudson Purchasing Policy Matrix assigns procurement roles: Department Heads prepare specifications and retain quotes; departments submit tabulations and recommendations; the City Administrator and Finance Officer verify funds and let standard contracts; applicable committees review awards and the Common Council approves awards by threshold.
Where does City of Hudson post bids and RFPs?
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Date: Aug 4, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed and approved a proposal from the St. Croix Rowing Club to use a bay at the Buckeye Garage for boat storage. Additionally, the board approved the continuation of a planting program by Pack 140 at Lakefront Park. Memorial applications were reviewed, resulting in the denial of one bench installation request for Prospect Park and the approval of another for Lakefront Park in an alternative location. Finally, the board received updates on park media publications and discussed future communication and agenda items.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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City of Hudson's Bid Postings page (CivicPlus) is the official portal for published solicitations; vendors should view solicitations there and create a website account to receive email or text notifications of new bids and RFPs.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Hudson?
Vendors register by creating a CivicPlus website account through City of Hudson's Bid Postings page to manage notification subscriptions and receive email or text alerts; City Hall contact information on the site can be used for additional registration or solicitation questions.
What products and services does City of Hudson procure?
City of Hudson routinely procures public works construction (roads, sewer, water, stormwater, wastewater, grading, parking lot work), municipal services, equipment, and ongoing standard service contracts as defined in the City's Purchasing Policy Matrix.
Does City of Hudson use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
City of Hudson permits cooperative and piggyback purchasing; the Purchasing Policy Matrix states competitively bid contracts the City piggybacks onto meet competitive requirements and no additional quotes are necessary.
What vendor requirements does City of Hudson publish?
City of Hudson's Purchasing Policy Matrix sets procedural purchasing rules; solicitation-specific requirements, required forms, and compliance terms (insurance, bonds, licenses, submission instructions) are published with each solicitation on the City's Bid Postings page.
How does City of Hudson approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Hudson Purchasing Policy Matrix defines the approval workflow: departments solicit and submit tabulations and recommendations; the City Administrator and Department Head verify funds; applicable Public Works or Finance Committees review required items; the Common Council issues awards per policy dollar thresholds and purchase-order rules.