Seeking a Contractor to deploy Mobile Vehicle Barriers (MVBs) for certain public events. The City has (486) Advance Security Technologies MVB3x - 3rd Gen MVBs and will stage them at the approximate desired locations, and the Contractor will be responsible for deploying and activating the barricades prior to events and then demobilizing them afterwards for the City to pick up and store.
Sole Source:Deprioritize—no evidence of sole source awards; the city relies on competitive bidding. Note: a $25,000 formal bid threshold channels purchases into competitive bids.
Coops:Buyer hasn’t historically used coops, but you can position State of Wisconsin statewide contracts via VendorNet, Wisconsin DOA Cooperative Purchasing, Sourcewell, or OMNIA Partners as options.
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City Council Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 23, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council meeting included a proclamation recognizing Fire Prevention Week and a public hearing regarding the FY2026 Justice Assistance Grant program. Action items included approval of a Change of Agent for Wal-Mart Stores East, LP, and authorization for grant applications from the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program. The Council also authorized utility easements for Spectrum Mid-America, LLC and Alliant Energy. Furthermore, the Council addressed resolutions concerning the declaration of official intent to reimburse expenditures from borrowing proceeds, an amendment to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and the rezoning of property for unplatted lands.
City Council City Council Meeting
Date: Sep 9, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council meeting included several action items such as the approval of a liquor license and a malt beverage permit for a park event. The council also authorized a recycling ordinance update to comply with state law, approved a challenge to a preliminary population estimate, and discussed the sale of land in the Fox Ridge Business Park. Additionally, the council received annual presentations from the Destination Lake Winnebago Region and the Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership.
City Council Special Budget Meeting
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Where does City of Fond du Lac post bids and RFPs?
City of Fond du Lac posts bids, proposals, and quotes on its Bids, Proposals & Quotes page and issues solicitations via DemandStar; street maintenance and utility project bids are posted through Quest (QuestCDN). The City's Bids page links directly to those registration and solicitation portals.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Fond du Lac?
Vendors register for City of Fond du Lac opportunities through DemandStar; street maintenance and utility project bidders register via Quest (QuestCDN). The City's Bids, Proposals & Quotes page provides DemandStar registration instructions and information on obtaining the Bidder's Proof of Responsibility form from the Purchasing Division.
What products and services does City of Fond du Lac procure?
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Date: Sep 16, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting focused on the 2027 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan overview. Discussions included the presentation of the budget approval process by the City Manager and Director of Administration, followed by a detailed review and presentation of both the budget and the Capital Improvement Plan.
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The City of Fond du Lac centrally procures supplies, materials, equipment, and contractual services through its Purchasing Division. These four broad categories are the primary, buyer-specific procurement areas the City publicly describes for routine solicitations and ongoing purchasing activities.
What procurement requirements does City of Fond du Lac publish for vendors?
All bidders for the City of Fond du Lac must provide a Bidder's Proof of Responsibility under Wis. Stat. § 66.0901(2); sealed bids must be accompanied by a certified check, bank draft, or surety bid bond payable to the City. Insurance and other contract-specific requirements are listed in each solicitation's required forms and terms.