Does the Town of Millsboro use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

Section 15(f)(3) of the Town of Millsboro Charter exempts competitive bidding for contracts involving services provided by the State of Delaware, educational institutions, or other political subdivisions, permitting intergovernmental or cooperative procurement without formal competitive bids.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard contract terms for the Town of Millsboro?

Procurement policies and standard contract terms for the Town of Millsboro are codified in Chapter 15 (Bidding and Contracting) of the Town Charter and on eCode360; the chapter requires competitive bidding to the lowest responsible responsive bidder, specifies exemptions, and lists dollar thresholds and Council-authorized deviations.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Millsboro, DE
Country:: US

Town of Millsboro RFPs

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Contract No. 2 - White Farm Wastewater Treatment Facility RFP
Posted
Oct 9, 2026
Closes
Nov 19, 2026
This project includes the construction of a new, advanced wastewater treatment plant with nutrient removal for discharge to an existing onsite disposal system. The facility is designed for and average daily flow of 1.7 MGD and will receive raw wastewater from the Town's existing collection and conveyance system. Unit processes include: influent screening, grit removal, influent pump station, a pre-equalization basin (convertible to a future SBR basin), 2-train SBR, post equalization, effluent filtration, ultra-violet disinfection, and effluent pump station. Supporting systems include chemical addition, aerated sludge holding, sludge thickening, sludge dewatering and autothermal thermophilic aerobic sludge digestion. A central control building, utility building, electrical and controls systems, and other site improvements are included to result in a fully functional treatment facility.

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101820
Employee FTE
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Population
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7,890
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Procurement Hell Score
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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $50,000, use sole source; otherwise, deprioritize and steer to a cooperative path instead.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell and OMNIA Partners; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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- Town of Millsboro: No evidence of sole source awards above the $50,000 competitive bidding threshold. Deprioritize this path and move to cooperative contracts to avoid a lengthy and likely unsuccessful bid.
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Cooperatives
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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 the Town of Millsboro uses cooperative purchasing today, though they are registered with Sourcewell.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Town of Millsboro

Town Council Town Council Meeting
Date: Sep 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council reviewed and adopted a mission statement for the Budget, Finance and Asset Management committee, which aims to safeguard financial and physical assets through prudent reporting and life cycle planning. Discussions included infrastructure projects, such as paving needs and water/sewer rate proposals, as well as an update on zoning land use reform and Senate Bill 23 strategies. Additionally, the meeting addressed downtown curb appeal, grant opportunities for park development, and local fire department community events. The council also swore in a new police chaplain and introduced a new police officer to the department.
Millsboro Town Council Town Council Meeting
Date: Oct 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting addressed various community and operational matters. A resident expressed concerns regarding soil erosion, lack of topsoil, and developer performance bonds in the Plantation Lakes development. The Millsboro Fire Company provided an update on upcoming fire prevention activities and their 100th-anniversary event, for which the council approved the temporary closure of a section of Morris Street. The Police Department presented enforcement data, highlighting proactive drug enforcement efforts and the appointment of a new chair for the police advisory committee. The council also approved a final site plan for Title Health. Finally, the council discussed the proposed speed limit reduction on Radish Road, noting the need to refine the language regarding corporate limits and specific road segments before final approval.

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Public-sector contacts connected to Town of Millsboro.

Mike TingleAssistant Director of Public Works - Sewer

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for the Town of Millsboro?

The Town Manager manages day-to-day procurement and purchasing for the Town of Millsboro, operating under the policy oversight of the seven-member Town Council (which elects a President/Mayor). Department heads report through the Town Manager for procurement and contract administration.

Where does the Town of Millsboro post bids and RFPs?

The Town of Millsboro posts bids, RFPs, and Invitations to Bid on its official Bid Opportunities page and also lists solicitations through the State of Delaware's MyMarketplace procurement portal; vendors can subscribe to receive searchable notices and alerts for new solicitations.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with the Town of Millsboro?

Vendors complete registration for the Town of Millsboro by registering with the State of Delaware's MyMarketplace vendor portal; registration is free and allows vendors to subscribe to bid-alerts, update contact information, and manage notification preferences for municipal and statewide solicitations.

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Town of Millsboro RFPs

Contract No. 2 - White Farm Wastewater Treatment Facility RFP

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