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

Vendors register for City of Oshkosh solicitations through DemandStar (demandstar.com/registration); select or search for "City of Oshkosh" and complete the portal prompts. Contact the City of Oshkosh Purchasing Office via the Purchasing page for assistance.

What vendor requirements does the City of Oshkosh publish for solicitations?

The City of Oshkosh requires vendors to follow the specific requirements listed in each solicitation; vendors must submit mandatory forms, follow submission instructions, and meet terms stated in solicitation documents. For questions, contact the City of Oshkosh Purchasing Office listed on the Purchasing page.

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

Procurement policies and standard purchasing terms for the City of Oshkosh are referenced on the City of Oshkosh Purchasing page and in Oshkosh Municipal Code Chapter 12 as cited there. Vendors can consult those sources or contact the Purchasing Office for code or policy clarifications.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Oshkosh, WI
Country:: US

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0904-0-2026/HM - Downtown Redevelopment Site - 446 N Main St Oshkosh WI 54901 (Request for Proposals)
Posted
Sep 4, 2026
Closes
Oct 2, 2026
Downtown Redevelopment Site.
RFQ - CASEY'S MEADOW 4TH ADDITION TERRACE TREE 2026 FOR THE CITY OF OSHKOSH FORESTRY DIVISION
Posted
Sep 16, 2026
Closes
Sep 30, 2026
The City of Oshkosh is seeking quotations for supplying, delivering, and planting fruit, nut, and ornamental trees for the fourth-addition terrace at Casey’s Meadow. The work includes site preparation, grading, soil preparation, planting, staking, watering, mulching, and post-planting care. This active request for quotation was broadcast on September 16, 2026, and quotations are due September 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Central Time.
IFB - BULK PLOW BLADE ASSORTMENT
Posted
Sep 15, 2026
Closes
Oct 5, 2026
The City of Oshkosh is issuing an Invitation for Bid to acquire a bulk assortment of plow blades for municipal snow-removal equipment. The procurement covers multiple blade types suitable for dozers, graders, scrapers, and snow plows, with documents available through the City's designated procurement portal. The opportunity is active, was broadcast on September 15, 2026, and is due October 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central.

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177288
Employee FTE
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Population
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67,460
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48 / 100
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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $25,000, use sole source.
- 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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- Entity: City of Oshkosh, WI
- Competitive bidding threshold: $25,000.
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Oshkosh Common Council Minutes
Date: Aug 31, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Council held a workshop regarding the 2027 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan, specifically focusing on facilities and infrastructure projects. Additionally, the Council convened in a closed session to discuss bargaining options, strategy, parameters, and terms related to the potential redevelopment and acquisition of property at 101 Commerce Street and 201 Pearl Avenue.

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Steven M. GohdeAssistant Director of Public Works and City Engineer

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Jerry FabischChief Building Official / Plumbing Inspector

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What products and services does the City of Oshkosh procure?

The City of Oshkosh procures a broad range of municipal commodities and services to support city operations and departments. Vendors should consult specific solicitations and the City of Oshkosh Purchasing Office for department-level purchasing categories and opportunities.

Who manages procurement policies and purchasing for the City of Oshkosh?

The City of Oshkosh Purchasing Office is the central purchasing agency and manages procurement policies and purchasing for the City of Oshkosh under the authority of the Oshkosh Common Council. Contact details and procedures are available on the City of Oshkosh Purchasing page.

Where does the City of Oshkosh post bids and RFPs?

The City of Oshkosh posts bids and RFPs through the DemandStar portal; vendors are directed to register at demandstar.com/registration and search for "City of Oshkosh" to view and respond to solicitations. See the City of Oshkosh Purchasing page for registration steps.

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