The City of Syracuse seeks qualified psychologists with public-safety, forensic-psychology, or law-enforcement experience to conduct fitness-for-duty and independent medical examinations for the Syracuse Police Department. The work includes multi-method evaluations, such as reviewing relevant records, psychological testing, and clinical interviews, with written findings on officers’ fitness to perform their essential job functions. The contract is for three years, with two one-year renewal options, and requires appropriately licensed doctoral-level professionals with specialized experience.
The City of Syracuse is seeking qualified contractors to remediate lead-based-paint hazards in residential properties through the Syracuse Lead Grant Program. Program-supported work addresses lead hazards in homes with young children and may include repairs such as windows, doors, siding, and porches; grant-funded work is completed by EPA-certified contractors. This is an open request for qualifications for contractor services, not a grant application, with responses due November 10, 2026.
Sole Source:Only if the solution is truly proprietary and fully justified; otherwise pivot back to coops.
Coops:Frequently procures through OGS Centralized Contracts, NASPO ValuePoint, and OMNIA Partners, Public Sector; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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City of Syracuse uses sole source infrequently with no recent visible awards. The City requires extensive justification for unique, proprietary solutions. This path is resource‑intensive and uncertain; deprioritize and pivot to cooperative contracts when possible.
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The City has used cooperative purchasing before. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Syracuse
Common Council Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council addressed various infrastructure and administrative matters, including discussions on lead service line replacements, capital improvement bond funding, and bulk purchasing agreements for road salt, fuel, and asphalt. Committee reports were presented regarding economic development and special use permit processes. The council reviewed an auditor's report on federal policy impacts, voted on multiple legislative items concerning city contracts and special use permits, and adopted a resolution acknowledging Blood Cancer Awareness Month.
City Planning Commission Planning Commission Meeting
Date: Oct 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission reviewed several development applications. This included granting a time extension for a subdivision approval at 971 Spencer Street, authorizing a resubdivision and zoning map amendment for the Southside Community Growth Foundation's campus project, approving a resubdivision at 311 West Hiawatha Boulevard for the Embassy Suites parcel, and conducting a major site plan review for a development at 601-21 South Geddes featuring residential units and administrative space for the Spanish Action League of Onondaga County.
Joint Parks & Recreation and Public Works Committee Joint Committee Meeting
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Hannah LiAdministrative Public Information Officer
The City of Syracuse posts public bids and RFPs on its OpenGov procurement portal, on the syr.gov 'Bids - Active' page, and in the New York State Contract Reporter for statewide notice.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Syracuse?
Procurement for the City of Syracuse is split: the City’s Division of Purchase handles Public Works construction and professional services, while the Onondaga County Purchase Department contracts goods, commodities, and many non‑professional services for the City.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Syracuse?
Vendors register for the City of Syracuse e‑procurement system through the OpenGov signup portal and must subscribe to the City of Syracuse procurement portal to receive notifications; registration is free. Suppliers of materials or products must also hold Onondaga County vendor approval as required.
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Date: Oct 14, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting addressed the city's municipal sidewalk program and its intersection with tree canopy management. Discussions centered on the challenges encountered during sidewalk construction, specifically regarding tree removal, and the necessity for improved resident communication and internal coordination between city departments. The committee explored standardizing operating procedures to better balance the city's commitment to creating a walkable urban environment with the preservation of trees and curbing improvements. The administration committed to developing revised protocols for outreach and mitigation in the coming months.
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What products and services does City of Syracuse procure?
The City of Syracuse procures Public Works construction and professional services (including architectural/engineering) through its Division of Purchase. Goods, commodities, non‑professional services, and smaller projects are procured via the Onondaga County Purchase Department on the City’s behalf.
Does City of Syracuse use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The City of Syracuse uses the Onondaga County Purchase Department for procurement of goods, commodities, and many non‑professional services, representing a county-level cooperative purchasing arrangement; the City also posts procurement notices to the NYS Contract Reporter.
What procurement requirements does City of Syracuse publish for vendors?
The City of Syracuse requires insurance documentation on executed contracts and lists bid deposits and NYSDOL Contractor Registry registration as required attachments or steps on applicable solicitations; vendors providing materials must be Onondaga County‑approved. Specific insurance, bonding, and other terms are set per solicitation, so review each posting.
How does City of Syracuse approve procurement contracts and awards?
Formal contracts and informal quotations for the City of Syracuse are awarded by the Director of the Office of Management/Division of Purchase via acceptance letter; architectural/engineering services use short‑list negotiation with recommendations approved by the Mayor and Common Council, which enacts ordinances subject to mayoral approval or veto.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Syracuse?
Vendors can find the City of Syracuse procurement policies, purchasing thresholds, award rules, and protest procedures on the 'Guidelines and Rules' page of the Division of Purchase. It lists formal contract thresholds, award methods, proposal and mistake rules, and protest submission procedures.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Syracuse use?
The City of Syracuse administers MBE, WBE, and SDVOB participation programs through the Department of Diversity, Equity, Compliance, and Social Impact (DECSI); vendors can apply to be City‑certified as MWBE or SDVOB and EEO provisions apply to applicable contracts.
