City of Lakeland

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Lakeland, FL
Country:: US

City of Lakeland RFPs

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Municipal Fire Protection Non-Ad Valorem Assessment Program and Rate Study
Open
Aug 14, 2026
Closes
Sep 21, 2026
The City of Lakeland seeks a qualified consultant to evaluate and potentially develop a municipal fire-protection non-ad valorem assessment and rate structure. The work includes financial and legal analysis, assessment methodology, GIS and parcel analysis, public communication, ordinance development, implementation assistance, and post-adoption support, under a one-year contract with two one-year renewal options. This is an open professional-services RFP—not a grant program—with proposals due September 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Planning, Urban Design, Economic Analysis and Implementation Services (CCNA) Request For Qualification Community & Economic Development - Planning
Open
Aug 13, 2026
Closes
Sep 3, 2026
The City of Lakeland’s Community and Economic Development Department requests statements of qualification from planning, design, and economic analysis professionals or firms to provide continuing-contract services. The solicitation follows Florida Statute 287.055 (the Consultants’ Competitive Negotiations Act, CCNA) and seeks expertise in community/neighborhood/comprehensive planning, redevelopment area planning, housing and market analysis, impact fee analysis, land development regulations, transportation planning, urban design, historic preservation, architecture, landscape architecture, visual imaging, multimedia and graphic design. The RFQ was posted August 13, 2026; questions are due August 26, 2026 at 5:00pm ET and proposals are due September 3, 2026 at 2:00pm ET.
Historic Districts Resurvey Phase 3
Open
Aug 12, 2026
Closes
Sep 10, 2026
The City of Lakeland is soliciting competitive proposals from qualified consultants to conduct a historic resources survey updating the inventory of historic structures in the Beacon Hill, Biltmore-Cumberland, and Lake Hunter Terrace Historic Districts. This is the final phase of a three-phase project to resurvey all seven Lakeland historic districts, with work including reassessment, Florida Master Site File forms, maps and photographs, GIS analysis, and a final survey report with recommendations. The posting describes a consultant-services Request For Proposal rather than a grant application, while noting that the project is sponsored in part by the Florida Department of State, Division of Historical Resources through a Small Matching Grant and must follow the grant award agreement.

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Census ID
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184767
Employee FTE
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2,415
Population
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125,520
Procurement Hell Score
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53 / 100
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Procurement Hell Score
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Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: If the solution is truly unique/standardization is required, complete the Sole Source Justification with the Purchasing Manager; if over $50,000, expect City Commission approval.
- Coops: Frequently procures through OMNIA Partners 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 Lakeland, FL.
- When to use: Specialized items; unique technology; standardization needs; proprietary service unavailable from other vendors.
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 Lakeland has used cooperative purchasing; it is an approved exception to formal bidding and to local preference. Reach out to your Starbridge contact to gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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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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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Lakeland

Nuisance Abatement Board Hearing Minutes
Date: Aug 19, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board addressed ongoing compliance issues at the property located at 815 North Massachusetts Avenue, specifically regarding violations of a settlement agreement. Discussions centered on the failure to hire a security guard, continued presence of prohibited items such as drug paraphernalia, and unaddressed loitering and illegal activities occurring on the premises. The board reviewed surveillance evidence and testimonies from police officers regarding these violations. As a result of the non-compliance, the board moved to impose a daily fine until the property owner meets the established requirements. Additionally, the board recognized the final meeting of a departing member and discussed a new resolution regarding board term limits.
Historic Preservation Board and Design Review Committee Regular Meeting
Date: Jul 23, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meetings covered various historic preservation and design review matters. Key topics included status updates for the Historic Lakeland Watch List and informational presentations on local campus and master plan updates. The committees considered and acted on several Certificate of Review applications, including demolition requests and structural addition proposals for properties on Vistabula Street, S. Tennessee Avenue, E. Orange Street, E. Palmetto Street, and Pennsylvania Avenue. Additionally, the committee reviewed a list of administratively approved minor projects and discussed building modifications and accessory structure requests.

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Adam LunnAirport Director

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Ashley StathatosAssistant City Manager

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City of Lakeland

City of Lakeland RFPs

Municipal Fire Protection Non-Ad Valorem Assessment Program and Rate Study

Planning, Urban Design, Economic Analysis and Implementation Services (CCNA) Request For Qualification Community & Economic Development - Planning

Historic Districts Resurvey Phase 3

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Nuisance Abatement Board Hearing Minutes

Historic Preservation Board and Design Review Committee Regular Meeting

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City of Lakeland RFPs

Municipal Fire Protection Non-Ad Valorem Assessment Program and Rate Study

Planning, Urban Design, Economic Analysis and Implementation Services (CCNA) Request For Qualification Community & Economic Development - Planning

Historic Districts Resurvey Phase 3

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Nuisance Abatement Board Hearing Minutes

Historic Preservation Board and Design Review Committee Regular Meeting

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City Of Lakeland Comprehensive Plan 2021-2030

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Nuisance Abatement Board Hearing Minutes

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City Of Lakeland Comprehensive Plan 2021-2030

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