City of Kent

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Kent, OH
Country:: US

City of Kent RFPs

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Request for Qualifications W. Elm Street Reconstruction Planning and Design Services
Open
Aug 5, 2026
Closes
Aug 27, 2026
This is a Request for Qualifications from the City of Kent for professional engineering services covering planning, design, bidding, award, and construction of the W. Elm Street Reconstruction Project. The project proposes full-depth reconstruction of approximately 2,600 feet from Cedar Street/Dodge Street to South Water Street, with curbs, drainage, driveway aprons, sidewalks, and lawn grading/seeding, built in sections over multiple years. It is an engineering-services solicitation rather than a grant-program application; the project is funded with Community Development Block Grant monies, and three copies of a Letter of Interest are due to the City of Kent Division of Engineering by 2:00 pm on August 27, 2026.
City of Kent - Water Reclamation Facility Headworks Improvements
Open
Aug 4, 2026
Closes
Sep 4, 2026
Work includes removal and demolition of existing grit building no. 1 and no. 2 , detritus tank no. 1 and no. 2, screen, compactor, and screen building, and overflow gate and flow meter, along with associated concrete channels and structures. Removal includes removal of control panels, wiring and related equipment and appurtenances. Construction of a new headworks building with screens, screening compactors, grit washer and classifier, electrical room, and basement with access to grit pumps. The work shall also include construction of a grit tank and installation of new equipment. The work shall also include concrete restoration and replacement, asphalt pavement; all electrical, SCADA, and IT work necessary for installation and operation of new equipment installed; site restoration, as required.

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Census ID
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132510
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
209
Population
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27,737
Procurement Hell Score
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52 / 100
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How to Sell to City of Kent

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Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
52 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: Deprioritize—Kent rarely approves sole source. Use coops instead.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Ohio DAS/OCPP and Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Sole Source
- Entity: City of Kent, Ohio. No clear evidence of approved sole source awards or a defined sole source threshold. The city adheres to competitive procurement; treat sole source as a last resort. Practical note: Expect strict justification and approvals; faster paths are cooperative contracts.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Cooperatives
- City of Kent has used cooperative purchasing and is confirmed with Ohio DAS/OCPP and Sourcewell. You can gain access to the recommended cooperative path through your Starbridge contact via the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
- Recommended (accessible through Starbridge):
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.

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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Kent

Kent City Council Committee Meeting
Date: Aug 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee meeting covered a variety of topics, beginning with the recognition of residents through the Yard Beautification Awards. The council reviewed and updated its pending list, deciding to retain, remove, or postpone items such as the senior center advisory committee, noise ordinance reviews, the downtown historic district designation, and sidewalk shoveling policies. Additionally, the committee introduced an economic development strategy update, with a consultant providing an overview of his planning process, site assessments, and the goal of establishing an implementation action plan for business growth and development.
City of Kent City Council Special City Council Meeting
Date: Jul 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council addressed several agenda items, including ordinances regarding fund availability for purchase orders and employment contract addendums. A resolution was passed to adopt the tax budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Appropriations were adjusted for the current city budget. Multiple grant applications were authorized for the Kent Fire Department, specifically for staffing, kitchen safety props, and turnout gear. Additionally, the council approved a joint use agreement for the John Davy Arboretum, authorized application submissions for public works and infrastructure projects, and amended a city ordinance concerning unlawful noise. Finally, a new appointment was made to the Sustainability Commission.

Key Contacts

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Mike LewisAdministrative Lieutenant

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Nicholas ShearerChief of Police

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City of Kent

City of Kent RFPs

Request for Qualifications W. Elm Street Reconstruction Planning and Design Services

City of Kent - Water Reclamation Facility Headworks Improvements

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City of Kent RFPs

Request for Qualifications W. Elm Street Reconstruction Planning and Design Services

City of Kent - Water Reclamation Facility Headworks Improvements

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City of Kent RFPs

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