Scope of work provides a summary of work and the equipment necessary for the cleaning and redevelopment of the City of Adrian Well Nos. 2 and 4, and the inspection of the entire well pump assemblies in both Well Nos. 2 and 4.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
208302
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
142
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
20,191
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
57 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $10,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through MiDEAL, 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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City of Adrian has used cooperative purchasing before (MiDEAL and Sourcewell) to streamline larger buys and bypass formal bidding. Reach out to your Starbridge contact to gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Adrian
Adrian City Commission City Commission Meeting
Date: Oct 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting featured a moment of silence for Irene Butter followed by a presentation from the Fire Department regarding fire prevention outreach, the historical significance of Fire Prevention Week, and the availability of carbon monoxide alarms for residents following the defunding of the state smoke alarm program. Additionally, the commission received a presentation from Alen Edwin Homes proposing workforce housing developments on Industrial Drive and explaining the mechanics and eligibility of the state's housing tax increment financing (TIF) tool to support infrastructure and development costs.
Adrian City Commission Special Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 29, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission addressed a resolution authorizing the Fire Department to apply for the Michigan Department of Corrections Emergency Services Contracted Providers Grant. This grant application aims to secure reimbursement for outstanding payments related to mutual aid ambulance services provided during the 2023-2024 period.
Adrian City Commission Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 21, 2026
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Adrian.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Adrian?
The City of Adrian's Finance Department administers purchasing, and the City Commission is the governing authority; the municipal Code of Ordinances designates a purchasing agent. For administrative procurement questions, contact the Finance Department or the purchasing contact listed on the city's Bids page.
Where does City of Adrian post bids and RFPs?
The City of Adrian posts public bids and RFPs on its official Bids portal at https://www.adriancity.com/community/reference_desk/bids.php. Vendors should monitor that portal for solicitations, download posted bid documents, and use the contact information provided on each posting for questions.
What products and services does City of Adrian procure?
The City of Adrian procures "all supplies and equipment" through its designated purchasing agent and routinely uses professional services contracts; a Professional Services Contract template is published on the city's Bids page as a standard procurement form.
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Type: Meeting mention
The commission held a regular meeting covering various administrative and municipal items. Key discussion points included consulting services for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, the sale of utility vehicles, and the approval of a five-year contract extension for refuse and recycling services. The commission also authorized bid awards for pavement marking and dam repairs, established an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District and a Preliminary Planned Unit Development for the Adrian Mall property, and created a Water Ad Hoc Subcommittee. Additionally, the commission approved the withdrawal from the Flock Group, Inc. contract, while a resolution to waive penalties for property transfer affidavit filing failures did not pass.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track City of Adrian meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
What procurement requirements does City of Adrian publish for vendors?
The City of Adrian's Bids portal posts standard vendor requirements, including an AIA surety bond form and the Professional Services Contract Exhibit II insurance template as required documentation for solicitations. Vendors should review each posted solicitation for specific submission and bonding instructions.
How does City of Adrian approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Adrian's Finance Department administers purchasing, the Code of Ordinances designates a purchasing agent, and the City Commission is the governing body that approves contracts and awards. Purchasing manages solicitations and award recommendations, while Commission agendas and minutes record final approvals.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Adrian?
City of Adrian purchasing is governed by the Code of Ordinances, and standard contract templates—such as the Professional Services Contract and Exhibit II Insurance—are published on the city's official Bids page. Vendors should consult both the Code and posted templates for contract terms and requirements.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Adrian use?
The City of Adrian publishes a Local Preference Bid Policy on its official Bids page, establishing a documented local-vendor preference for bid evaluation. Vendors should review the posted Local Preference Bid Policy on the Bids portal for applicability and evaluation details.