What products and services does City of Sebring procure?

The City of Sebring routinely procures public works and utilities services, parks/buildings/grounds maintenance, water and wastewater construction, information technology and communications equipment, firefighting apparatus, professional services, vehicles/fleet, and capital construction as described in the City's Purchasing Policy and department pages.

Does City of Sebring use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

The City of Sebring authorizes departments to piggyback solicitations and use purchasing agreements from other governmental entities and references Florida Statute 287.056 for purchases from state term contracts and cooperative purchasing agreements.

What procurement requirements does City of Sebring publish for vendors?

The City of Sebring's Official Purchasing Policy requires vendors to hold appropriate State of Florida licenses, provide insurance certificates naming the City as additional insured when required, and meet bonding standards under Florida statutes for public construction; vendors must be responsible contractors and complete solicitation-specific forms.

How does City of Sebring approve procurement contracts and awards?

The City of Sebring uses a four-level approval matrix: Department Head & Purchasing Agent (up to $9,999.99); Assistant City Administrator ($10,000 or greater); City Administrator ($50,000 or greater); and City Council ($100,000 or greater). Purchases of $100,000 and above generally require competitive sealed solicitations and Council approval unless exempt under Sec. 2-357.

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

Vendors can find City of Sebring procurement policies in the Official Purchasing Policy (DocumentCenter/View/238), the Sebring Code of Ordinances on Municode Library (see Section 2-357), and the City's Laws page, which links applicable Florida statutes and outlines bid thresholds and procedures.

What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Sebring use?

The City of Sebring's Purchasing Policy codifies local preference percentages: in-city vendors receive 7% and Highlands County vendors 5% on contracts ≤$249,999. For larger contracts preferences are 4% ($250k–$999,999), 3% ($1M–$1.999M), and 2% ($2M+); other lawful preferences (Veteran/WMBE) are preserved. The policy also references Florida Statute 287.087.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Sebring, FL
Country:: US

City of Sebring RFPs

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Mary Toney Park Improvements & Gabe White Park Improvements RFP
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Sep 27, 2026
Closes
Oct 28, 2026
Park Improvements.

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- City of Sebring, FL near-totally avoids sole source awards. Deprioritize this path and pivot to cooperative purchasing as the primary, most efficient method. No specific sole source thresholds were provided.
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Sebring City Council Council Meeting
Date: Aug 18, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council meeting focused on honoring local fire and police personnel for their heroic actions during a structure fire rescue. Council members provided reports regarding their attendance at the Florida League of Cities conference and reminded the public to vote. Additionally, the council discussed the consent agenda, opting to pull two specific items for separate consideration.
Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting
Date: Aug 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed building exterior color approvals, with members debating the inclusion of purple accents versus adherence to established color guidelines, ultimately approving a light buff color and a $2,200 grant. The meeting also addressed a construction extension request for 228 North Ridgewood Drive, focusing on elevator ADA compliance requirements for a 1973 building. The board approved a 30-day extension for the construction project, stipulating that the $600,000 grant remains contingent on obtaining a final certificate of occupancy for the entire building. Finally, the board introduced the draft fiscal year 26-27 budget.
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Sebring?

Procurement for the City of Sebring is managed by the City Purchasing Office (Purchasing Agent Jamee Cook) within the City Administrator's office; final contract awards are governed by the Sebring City Council (the Mayor and five Council members). The Purchasing Office is located at 368 S. Commerce Avenue, Sebring, FL.

Where does City of Sebring post bids and RFPs?

The City of Sebring posts official bids and RFPs on its CivicEngage portal at https://www.mysebring.com/Bids.aspx; sealed bids are delivered to the Purchasing Office at 368 S. Commerce Avenue, Sebring, FL 33870, and bid documents may be requested via purchasing@mysebring.com.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Sebring?

Vendors register with the City of Sebring using the Vendor Application form and Vendor Information page (Vendor App: https://www.mysebring.com/DocumentCenter/View/3286/Vendor-App; Vendor Information: https://www.mysebring.com/202/Vendor-Information). Provide required State of Florida licenses and submit forms to the Purchasing Office (Attn: Jamee Cook) or email purchasing@mysebring.com for notifications.

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City of Sebring RFPs

Mary Toney Park Improvements & Gabe White Park Improvements RFP

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