Does the City of St. Clair Shores use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

The City of St. Clair Shores participates in the MITN (Michigan Intergovernmental Trade Network) Purchasing Group on BidNet Direct as an intergovernmental purchasing cooperative. The city's Bid Postings page directs vendors to join MITN to expand opportunities with local Michigan governments.

How does the City of St. Clair Shores approve procurement contracts and awards?

The City Council approves purchases, contracts, and bid awards for the City of St. Clair Shores at regular public meetings, where agendas routinely include bids, contracts, and purchase orders. Sealed bids and RFPs are administered through the Office of the City Clerk with financial oversight by the Finance Department.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: St Clair Shores, MI
Country:: US

City of St. Clair Shores RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

Demolition Services - Residential Properties RFP
Posted
Oct 6, 2026
Closes
Nov 5, 2026
Work includes demolition services on residential properties.
Emergency Standby Generator Replacement and Capacity Upgrade RFP
Posted
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Closes
Oct 20, 2026
The project shall include all labor, materials, equipment, engineering, permits, inspections, and services necessary to provide a complete and fully operational emergency standby power system. The scope of work shall include, but is not limited to, demolition and removal of the existing generator and associated equipment; furnishing and installation of the new generator and automatic transfer equipment; all necessary electrical wiring, conduit, connections, panels, and electrical modifications; fuel supply piping, connections, regulators, and any modifications or upgrades necessary to adequately supply the new generator; excavation and trenching; concrete pads, foundations, or other site improvements required for installation; restoration of any surfaces or areas disturbed during construction; and any other electrical, mechanical, structural, or site work required for proper installation and operation of the system. The project shall also include all required testing, startup, commissioning, inspections, and operator training necessary to deliver a complete and fully operational system.

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Census ID
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166733
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
340
Population
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57,872
Procurement Hell Score
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62 / 100
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Procurement Hell Score
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62 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
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- Sole Source: Not reliable here; only if procurement insists. Otherwise pivot back to a coop.
- Coops: Frequently procures through 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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Sole Source
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- City of St. Clair Shores, MI: Sole source is used infrequently and is poorly documented. No clear sole source dollar threshold identified in the provided sources.
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Cooperatives
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- The city has used cooperative purchasing before and is eligible/comfortable using coops. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from City of St. Clair Shores

Senior Advisory Committee City of St. Clair Shores Minutes
Date: Sep 17, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee covered various operational and community updates, including upcoming senior programs like the 35th Annual Senior Fun Festival, Medicare 101, and workshops on geriatric health and scam prevention. Discussions included the status of Bocce Court improvements, the distribution of informational flyers, and unresolved parking lot issues. Administrative items addressed were a committee member resignation, the accuracy of board member listings on the city website, and the methodology for determining compensation for city boards. Additional reports included updates on BINGO events, Housing Commission activities, and the announced retirement of the Housing Commission's Executive Director.
Water Resources Development & Advisory Board Proposed Minutes
Date: Oct 6, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board reviewed and approved several marine construction projects. These included seawall installations at 23334 Liberty and 23444 Liberty, along with a project at 33806 Jefferson involving dock removal, dredging, and new dock and boat hoist construction. Board members discussed technical requirements such as elevations, setbacks, and engineering documentation. Additionally, the board addressed concerns from neighbors regarding the impact of proposed structures on their views, clarifying that no viewshed ordinance applies. The board also acknowledged an upcoming appeal case regarding a separate marine construction matter.

Key Contacts

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Chris RayesARP Coordinator

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Matthew C. BaumgartenAssistant City Manager

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of St. Clair Shores?

The Office of the City Clerk handles procurement intake and contracting, the Finance Department manages financial administration, and the City of St. Clair Shores City Council approves contract awards and purchases at public meetings. Vendors should route sealed bids through the City Clerk at City Hall.

Where does the City of St. Clair Shores post bids, RFPs, and RFQs?

The City of St. Clair Shores posts bids, RFPs, and RFQs on its Bid Postings page and via the MITN Purchasing Group on BidNet Direct. Current and closed bid documents are also available in the city's Document Center linked from the Bid Postings page.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of St. Clair Shores?

Vendors register with the MITN Purchasing Group on BidNet Direct to receive City of St. Clair Shores bid notifications and access solicitations. Sealed bids and RFPs are submitted to the Office of the City Clerk at City Hall or as directed on individual solicitations (cityclerk@scsmi.net).

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City of St. Clair Shores RFPs

Demolition Services - Residential Properties RFP

Emergency Standby Generator Replacement and Capacity Upgrade RFP

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City of St. Clair Shores RFPs

Demolition Services - Residential Properties RFP

Emergency Standby Generator Replacement and Capacity Upgrade RFP

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