The selected Contractor will receive recyclable materials delivered by City collection vehicles, accurately weigh and document those materials, process them into marketable commodities, manage residue/contamination, market recovered commodities, and provide the reporting and operational support required.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
163557
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
600
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
59,999
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
78 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:Not viable here—pivot to cooperative purchasing.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, and NASPO ValuePoint; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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City of Kokomo:No evidence of sole source awards. Practical note: deprioritize sole source and steer to a cooperative path. No sole source dollar threshold provided in the information above.
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You can get onboarded to the recommended cooperative vehicles by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
There is no evidence City of Kokomo has used cooperative purchasing to date. Sourcewell membership exists (Account #18660) but appears dormant.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Kokomo
Kokomo City Board Of Zoning Appeals Minutes
Date: Sep 1, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board reviewed Case P17-V-26, a request for a zoning variance regarding the cumulative square footage of accessory structures for the construction of a pole barn addition. The board evaluated the petitioner's and staff's findings of fact, confirmed that no board members had ex parte communications regarding the case, and discussed the site's dimensions and adherence to zoning standards. The variance request was subsequently approved by a unanimous vote.
Common Council Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 28, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting addressed a variety of administrative and legislative items. Public comments were received regarding a water advisory board and regional planning efforts. The council approved the transfer of funds for departmental equipment and facilities. Legislative actions included the adoption of the 2027 city budget and the authorization of funding for the St. Joan of Arc Housing Project. Additionally, the council processed multiple zoning amendments involving commercial and residential developments to support city expansion and land use adjustments.
Kokomo Plan Commission Special Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Kokomo.
Kevin StoutAssistant Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent
Frequently asked questions
Who manages procurement contracts and purchasing for City of Kokomo?
The City of Kokomo Board of Public Works is the City’s contracting agency and approves contracts and financial disbursements. City departments (Development, Engineering, Inspections, Street, etc.) submit contracting actions to the Board; departmental vendor contacts are listed on the City's vendors pages.
Where does City of Kokomo post bids and RFPs?
City of Kokomo posts bids and RFPs on its official website, primarily through the Board of Public Works 'Bid Specification Registration' page and the city’s news/RFP pages. Vendors use the Bid Specification Registration form to register interest and download solicitation documents.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Kokomo?
Vendors register and obtain solicitation documents through the City of Kokomo Board of Public Works 'Bid Specification Registration' form on cityofkokomo.org. The City's 'Vendors' page also lists departmental contacts for direct inquiries about specific contracting opportunities or specifications.
Date: Aug 17, 2026
Type: Meeting mention
The meeting was held to consider amendments to the Kokomo Zoning Ordinance (Ordinance No. 6279), which include establishing new regulations for data centers, indoor shooting ranges, and retail sporting goods stores. Throughout the public hearing, residents voiced extensive opposition and concerns regarding the development of data centers, specifically citing risks to local water supplies, increased noise levels, potential impacts on property values, and the absence of clear decommissioning plans. The board discussed the legislative process, clarified that the Planning Commission serves as a recommendation board to the Common Council, and ultimately voted to issue a favorable recommendation for the proposed ordinance amendments.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
Know what buyers discuss before RFPs drop
Track City of Kokomo meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
What products and services does City of Kokomo procure?
City of Kokomo typically procures municipal public-works and construction-related goods and services (streets, traffic/signage, sanitary sewer and drainage), parks and recreation improvement projects, and professional engineering and consulting services for development and infrastructure work.
What vendor requirements does City of Kokomo publish?
City of Kokomo publishes solicitation-specific vendor requirements via Bid Specification Registration downloads and the municipal code (CHAPTER 36: PURCHASING); solicitation documents and the code specify insurance, bonding, licensing, and other compliance obligations for bidders.
How does City of Kokomo approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Kokomo Board of Public Works is the contracting agency that approves procurement contracts and financial disbursements; the Board meets regularly (weekly) and its members are appointed by the Mayor under city code.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Kokomo?
Vendors can find City of Kokomo procurement policies and standard terms in the municipal code under CHAPTER 36: PURCHASING and on the Board of Public Works pages on cityofkokomo.org, which identify the Board as the contracting authority.