What products and services does the City of Omaha procure?

The City of Omaha routinely procures infrastructure and construction projects, departmental goods and equipment, and professional services. Department-level solicitations and contractor guidance are published on Public Works and individual department bidding pages, which list category-specific procurement opportunities.

Does the City of Omaha use cooperative purchasing or shared procurement portals?

The City of Omaha uses the ONEBiz shared City/Douglas County vendor registration and notification portal for regional solicitations and vendor communications. Vendors can register on ONEBiz to receive notices about joint, cooperative, or shared procurements administered through the portal.

What procurement requirements does the City of Omaha publish for vendors?

The City of Omaha requires Contract Compliance filings (CC‑1) prior to award at specified thresholds and Public Works enforces contractor compliance for contracts of $10,000 and above. Some solicitations require electronic submission via IonWave; insurance, bonding, and licensing are specified within each solicitation.

How does the City of Omaha approve procurement contracts and awards?

The City of Omaha Purchasing Division manages procurement; contracts at or above $50,000 require City Council approval under Ordinance ORD‑44094. Council commonly approves awards on the consent agenda; vendors should confirm award and approval timing via Purchasing or ONEBiz notifications.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Omaha?

City of Omaha procurement policies and standard contract terms are published on the Purchasing Division web page and the Human Rights & Relations Contract Compliance pages, including the CC‑1 form instructions. Vendors can download policy documents and required compliance forms from those pages.

What supplier diversity or Contract Compliance programs does the City of Omaha use?

The City of Omaha enforces a Contract Compliance program through Human Rights & Relations; qualifying contracts require CC‑1 filings and adherence to the Contract Compliance Ordinance. Public Works also references contractor compliance thresholds for construction contracts, and program details are on the Contract Compliance page.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Omaha, NE
Country:: US

City of Omaha RFPs

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Biogenic Carbon Dioxide Off-Gas Utilization and Monetization - (Request for Proposals)
Posted
Sep 2, 2026
Closes
Sep 16, 2026
Qualified commercial entities to capture, utilize, process, or otherwise monetize the biogenic Carbon Dioxide tailgas/off-gas stream produced as a byproduct of the Renewable Natural Gas upgrading systems at the Papillion Creek Water Resource Recovery Facility.
Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the Downtown Soccer Stadium Project RFP
Posted
Aug 26, 2026
Closes
Sep 23, 2026
This RFP is for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for the Downtown Soccer Stadium Project in Omaha, Nebraska, for which the City of Omaha is requesting proposals.
Exercise Equipment Maintenance & Repair Service Provider RFP
Posted
Aug 19, 2026
Closes
Sep 16, 2026
Procurement of an Exercise Equipment Maintenance and Repair Service Provider to maintain and repair City-owned exercise equipment at Community Centers.

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208698
Employee FTE
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488,797
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52 / 100
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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $50,000, use sole source.
- Coops: Frequently procures through OMNIA, Sourcewell, NASPO, and TIPS; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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- Entity: City of Omaha, Nebraska.
- When to use: Proprietary technology, critical software maintenance/hosting, or specialized public safety equipment needed for continuity of service (especially Police/Fire).
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- The City allows and has used cooperative purchasing; Municipal Code Section 10-103 permits cooperative procurement, making pre-competed contracts an efficient path.
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City of Omaha Contracts

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Axon Enterprise, Inc. at City of Omaha
Effective: Mar 1, 2024Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
The City of Omaha, through Ordinance No. 4369, has approved the acceptance of a quote from Axon Enterprise, Inc. for the purchase and installation of camera systems for 22 police vehicles for the Omaha Police Department. This contract, valued at $267,009.02 over five years, includes cameras, unlimited storage, Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) software licensing, and an extended warranty. The effective period for the software and services is from March 1, 2024, to February 28, 2029.

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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Omaha

City of Omaha Parks Department Strategic Plan 2012-2013
Date: Jan 1, 2012Type: Strategic Plan
This strategic plan outlines the mission and key objectives for the City of Omaha Parks Department, focusing on enhancing the quality of life for citizens and visitors. The plan's core priorities include increasing resident satisfaction with parks, trails, and recreational activities, and boosting participation in programs. It also aims to secure additional funding, improve public awareness through marketing and communication, and enhance operational efficiency and transparency via new technology. Furthermore, the plan emphasizes increasing safety and ensuring long-term savings by maintaining and renovating facilities and equipment, and strengthening security measures across park properties.
City Of Omaha Civilian Retirement System Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting
Date: Dec 16, 2020Type: Meeting mention
The Board addressed a variety of pension-related financial and administrative matters. Key discussion points included a review of the financial status, including assets and monthly expenses. The Board approved several requests regarding disability reviews, service retirement dates, refunds of pension contributions, widows' pensions, and the payment of death benefits. Election results for a board trustee position were announced. Additionally, the Board authorized the write-off of deceased pension overpayments and held an executive session to deliberate on the qualifications of contract providers and personnel matters.

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William BernardAssistant Chief (EMS Division, C Shift), Omaha Fire Department

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Omaha?

The City of Omaha Purchasing Division manages procurement, contracts, and vendor relationships for city departments. It is the primary point of contact for solicitations, purchase orders, and contract administration; vendors should consult the Purchasing Division web page for staff contacts and procedures.

Where does the City of Omaha post bids and RFPs?

The City of Omaha posts solicitations on the Public Works Bids & RFPs page, the City Clerk Bids page, and via the ONEBiz City of Omaha–Douglas County vendor portal. Public Works solicitations note electronic submissions through IonWave and ONEBiz provides registration and notifications.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Omaha?

Vendors register through the ONEBiz vendor portal (City of Omaha–Douglas County) to create capability statements and subscribe to bid notifications. Registration on ONEBiz is used to receive email notices, onboarding materials, and communications about available solicitations and registration status.

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City of Omaha RFPs

Biogenic Carbon Dioxide Off-Gas Utilization and Monetization - (Request for Proposals)

Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the Downtown Soccer Stadium Project RFP

Exercise Equipment Maintenance & Repair Service Provider RFP

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Biogenic Carbon Dioxide Off-Gas Utilization and Monetization - (Request for Proposals)

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Exercise Equipment Maintenance & Repair Service Provider RFP

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