Furnishing pricing on brine, in accord with the attached specifications and standard instructions. Pricing shall be effective december 1, 2026 through november 30, 2027. Technical questions shall be directed to , public works manager, at (989) 837-6908.
Provision of installation and maintenance services for Summer and Winter annual flower displays in 12 red flowerpots from May 2027 to approximately April 2028.
Sole Source:If the solution is proprietary or required for compatibility, ask Purchasing to waive bids and route for City Council approval.
Coops:Lead with a cooperative (e.g., Sourcewell). City of Midland actively uses cooperative purchasing to streamline buys and avoid formal bidding; 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 Midland, MI allows bid waivers for practical reasons when the solution is unique or required for compatibility with existing systems. Work with the Purchasing Department to prepare a justification memo, and be prepared for City Council approval. This path has been used for specialized items (e.g., equipment and pumps). No explicit sole-source dollar threshold provided.
Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
Unlock detailed thresholds, contracting paths, payment terms, and vendor benchmarks for this buyer.
City of Midland actively uses cooperative purchasing to streamline buys and avoid formal bidding. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
Unlock detailed thresholds, contracting paths, payment terms, and vendor benchmarks for this buyer.
Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Midland
City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 26, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council considered the termination of the City's agreement with the Municipal Employee's Retirement System of Michigan. Key zoning actions included the approval of Zoning Petitions No. 674 and No. 675, amending the zoning map to rezone specific properties to Agricultural. Various reappointments were confirmed, including to the Midland County Central Dispatch Authority Administrative Policy Board and the Saginaw-Midland Municipal Water Supply Corporation Board of Trustees. Additionally, a permanent traffic control order was established, a Freedom of Information Act appeal was upheld, and several equipment purchases were authorized, including vehicles for the Fire, Parks and Recreation, Forestry, and Water Reclamation departments. The council also authorized the reconstruction of Lot D and scheduled future public hearings for budget amendments and zoning ordinance updates.
City Of Midland Police & Fire Retirement Board Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 16, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board received a presentation from Graystone Consulting regarding monthly performance and discussed plans to review Kayne Anderson at a subsequent meeting. New business included a discussion on investment targets, specifically regarding alternatives, and a 5-Year Experience Study. The board also noted there were no updates regarding the medical coordinator or pay agent funding.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Midland.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Midland?
The City of Midland Purchasing Department is responsible for overseeing procurement and major purchases for the City. See the City’s Purchasing page for department contacts and the Purchasing FAQ for common procurement procedures.
Where does City of Midland post bids and RFPs?
City of Midland posts bids and RFPs on its Current Bid Opportunities (Bids) page and publishes solicitation packages through the MITN Purchasing Group. Vendors should register on MITN and monitor the City Bids page for links, addenda, and submission instructions.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Midland?
Vendors register for City of Midland solicitations using the MITN/BidNet vendor registration process; the City provides a Vendor Registration Instructions PDF with MITN vendor support contact details.
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Midland City Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Planning Commission conducted public hearings on two zoning items. The commission reviewed and recommended to the City Council the approval of Zoning Petition No. 676, which concerns the rezoning of a property at 4705 Bay City Road from Industrial A to RC Regional Center. Additionally, the commission addressed Zoning Text Amendment No. 170, involving the repeal of existing zoning ordinance articles and the adoption of new regulations for parking and loading; the discussion included clarification regarding standards for bicycle rack support and parking lot setback requirements.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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Does City of Midland use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
City of Midland posts solicitations via the MITN Purchasing Group e‑procurement platform, indicating participation in a cooperative purchasing network; vendors can access cooperative solicitations and piggyback opportunities through MITN.
What procurement requirements does City of Midland publish for vendors?
City of Midland provides solicitation-specific requirements and required forms within each bid package posted on MITN, including any insurance, bonding, licensing, and other compliance attachments; vendors must review each solicitation packet for details.
How does City of Midland approve procurement contracts and awards?
City of Midland’s Purchasing Department manages procurement, and City contracts require signature by the City's designated representative per the contract template in the Document Center.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Midland?
City of Midland publishes purchasing policies and standard terms on its Purchasing page and Purchasing FAQ, which link to bid procedures, bid openings, tabulations, and purchasing contacts.