What products and services does the City of Upland procure?

The City of Upland procures broad categories defined in its Municipal Code — specifically 'supplies, equipment and services' under Chapter 2.48. Those durable categories represent the kinds of goods and services solicited via the City's purchasing system and published on its PlanetBids portal.

What vendor requirements does the City of Upland publish for bidders?

The City of Upland publishes solicitation-specific vendor requirements — including insurance, bonding, forms, and contract terms — with each solicitation on its PlanetBids portal. Vendors must download and review posted solicitation documents to confirm exact compliance requirements before bidding.

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

Contract and purchasing authority in the City of Upland are established by the City of Upland Municipal Code, Chapter 2.48 (Purchasing). Detailed approval thresholds and designated approvers are set in that code or related administrative rules referenced on the City's procurement pages.

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

The authoritative procurement policy for the City of Upland is the City of Upland Municipal Code — Chapter 2.48 (Purchasing). Vendors can also consult the City’s RFPs & Bids page and the PlanetBids portal for standard solicitation terms, downloadable policy documents, and vendor resources.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Upland, CA
Country:: US

City of Upland RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

Weed Abatement Services at the Upland Closed Sanitary Landfill (Request for Quote)
Posted
Aug 31, 2026
Closes
Sep 24, 2026
Weed abatement services at the closed sanitary landfill.

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Census ID
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Employee FTE
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Population
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Procurement Hell Score
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Procurement Hell Score
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- Sole Source: If the solution is unique/proprietary and only available from you, ask Purchasing to run a sole source; if pushback, pivot to Sourcewell.
- Coops: The City uses cooperative purchasing and participates in Sourcewell; Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, NASPO ValuePoint, and CMAS are available through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Upland

Upland Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Date: Apr 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Planning Commission discussed several key items, including a recommendation to the City Council to approve an amendment to the Historic Downtown Upland Specific Plan. The amendment introduced new development standards for properties along 9th Street, updated definitions for various land use categories, and revised permit terminology. Additional business included a public hearing regarding the potential revocation of a conditional use permit for an existing sports bar, a design workshop for a draft accessory dwelling unit ordinance, and the review of a development plan for a proposed drive-through coffee shop.
City of Upland City Council Meeting
Date: May 19, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council discussed various personnel and budgetary matters, specifically focusing on staff reclassifications and the critical need for additional positions within the Public Works department to address deficiencies identified in water and sewer master plans. The Council also reviewed a proposal to unfreeze fleet maintenance positions, reversing a previous outsourcing pilot project that negatively impacted vehicle turnaround times and operational efficiency, particularly for police vehicles. Furthermore, the meeting covered adjustments to salary splits and financial strategies for budgeting vacant positions to better right-size the city's overall budget.

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Stephen M. ParkerAssistant City Manager

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Frequently asked questions

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

Procurement for the City of Upland is governed by the City of Upland Municipal Code, Chapter 2.48 (Purchasing). The City’s RFPs & Bids page links to the City-specific PlanetBids vendor portal, which vendors use to find and download solicitations and notices.

Where does the City of Upland post bids and RFPs?

The City of Upland posts bids and RFPs on its City-specific PlanetBids vendor portal, linked from the City of Upland RFPs & Bids page. Vendors should use that portal to view solicitations, download documents, and receive notifications for City opportunities.

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

Vendors register to work with the City of Upland through the City-specific PlanetBids vendor portal's 'Register' or 'Register Now to Bid' function. Registration lets vendors subscribe to notifications and access solicitation documents for City of Upland opportunities.

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City of Upland RFPs

Weed Abatement Services at the Upland Closed Sanitary Landfill (Request for Quote)

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Weed Abatement Services at the Upland Closed Sanitary Landfill (Request for Quote)

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