What products and services does City of Folsom procure?

City of Folsom’s Bid Notices and RFP pages show the City routinely procures construction/public works, supplies and materials, vehicles and equipment, professional and consulting services, information technology, and parks and recreation services and related service contracts. Vendors should monitor posted solicitations for specifics.

Does City of Folsom use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

Folsom Municipal Code authorizes cooperative purchasing agreements and permits piggyback procurements for supplies, equipment, services, and construction. Vendors should reference the municipal code and solicitation documents to confirm whether a specific procurement uses a cooperative or piggyback vehicle.

What procurement requirements does City of Folsom publish for vendors?

City of Folsom instructs vendors to review each solicitation for required forms and terms; specific insurance, bonding, licensing, and other compliance requirements are specified within individual RFP and bid documents. Consult the City bid page and each solicitation package for exact submission requirements.

How does City of Folsom approve procurement contracts and awards?

City of Folsom follows a department-driven contracting process under its disbursed purchasing model, with procurement authority set by the Folsom Municipal Code and oversight from the City Manager and City Council. Vendors should review solicitations for the specific contract approval or award authority.

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

City of Folsom’s Fees & Purchasing webpage and the Folsom Municipal Code Chapter 2.36 contain the City’s purchasing model, procurement rules, and local preference language. Vendors should consult these sources and individual solicitations for standard terms and conditions.

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

The City of Folsom provides a five percent local preference price differential for local bidders, as authorized by the municipal code and referenced on the City’s Bid Notices page. Vendors should review solicitation documents for application and eligibility details for the local preference.

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

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Active opportunities open for bidding

Various Water Meter Procurement Contracts
Posted
Sep 25, 2026
Closes
Nov 13, 2026
The City of Folsom is seeking proposals for three separate contracts to furnish water meters for its potable water system. The contracts cover positive displacement, turbine, and compound meters in different sizes. The work includes delivery to the city’s water treatment plant but no installation or other labor services.
Water Rehabilitation Project No. 3 - (Request for Proposal)
Posted
Sep 25, 2026
Closes
Oct 23, 2026
Installation or replacement of approx 2,700 LF of water distribution piping at various locations throughout the city to improve City of Folsom water system operations, including pipe, appurtenances, water meters, and backflows to meet city standards. This work also includes miscellaneous civil sitework including grading and building modifications at the Water Treatment Plant and AC pavement and concrete replacement associated with the work.

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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $75,049, use sole source.
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- Entity: City of Folsom, CA
- Usage: Sole source above the city’s formal bidding threshold is rare.
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- City of Folsom actively uses cooperative purchasing (documented for vehicles, equipment, and park facilities). 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 Folsom

Folsom City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 11, 2022Type: Meeting mention
The City Council meeting featured several presentations, including an overview of the 2022 Community Service Day, a proclamation declaring October 2022 as National Arts and Humanities Month, and an update on the Capital Southeast Connector project. The Council discussed and acted on several items, including the approval of a landscaping and lighting district assessment, the introduction of an ordinance regarding card room table limits and betting, and received reports on various infrastructure and community projects.
Folsom City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Jun 28, 2022Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included public comments regarding election methods and district elections, as well as inquiries into city expenditures for the navigator position and animal control services. The Mayor issued a proclamation declaring July as 'Parks Make Life Better' month. The Council received presentations on community outreach and strategic planning, specifically focusing on polling data and survey results regarding city services, quality of life, and the feasibility of a potential local sales tax measure to address budgetary constraints and city maintenance needs.
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Folsom?

The City of Folsom uses a disbursed purchasing model: individual City departments manage purchasing while the City Manager’s office and City Council provide overall oversight. Vendors should consult the City’s Fees & Purchasing page for departmental purchasing guidance and points of contact.

Where does City of Folsom post bids and RFPs?

City of Folsom posts official bids and RFPs on its Bid Notices / RFPs webpage and publishes solicitations through the PublicPurchase vendor portal. Vendors should monitor the City bid page and register on PublicPurchase to receive and submit solicitations.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Folsom?

Vendors complete registration for City of Folsom solicitations by creating an account and subscribing through the City’s designated PublicPurchase vendor portal. The City’s Bid Notices / RFPs page directs vendors to PublicPurchase for registration, notices, and electronic submissions.

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City of Folsom RFPs

Various Water Meter Procurement Contracts

Water Rehabilitation Project No. 3 - (Request for Proposal)

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Various Water Meter Procurement Contracts

Water Rehabilitation Project No. 3 - (Request for Proposal)

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