Sole Source:If sale is less than $50,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, or BuyBoard; 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 North Miami Beach occasionally uses sole source for proprietary technology. Work with the end-user to document unique capabilities and establish your product as the only viable option (past awards include software like Azteca Systems). Prepare and submit the justification to the Procurement Management Department (bids@citynmb.com). Be ready to navigate City Commission approval for any contract over $50,000, as required by City Code Chapter III, Section 3-4.5.
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The City uses cooperative purchasing and explicitly authorizes piggybacking; this is typically the fastest, lowest-risk path. 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 North Miami Beach
City of North Miami Beach Budget Hearing
Date: Sep 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City of North Miami Beach held its second budget hearing for the fiscal year 2026-2027, focusing on adopting the final millage rate and the annual budget. The discussion addressed internal challenges like understaffing in the finance department and a $12.2 million deficit, as well as external pressures such as House Bill 1451 and property tax exemptions. Key accomplishments included submitting the annual financial audit on time, reducing expenses by $10 million, enhancing weekend services for parks, code compliance, and the library, and prioritizing technology investments in cybersecurity and AI. The commission also reviewed the feasibility of bringing solid waste services in-house.
Redevelopment Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
Date: Aug 19, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed the County-City-CRA Interlocal Agreement, specifically noting the addition of two new members to the CRA Board. Furthermore, the board reviewed and approved an amendment to the Microgrant Program, which eliminates the matching fund requirement and expands eligible use categories for grant assistance to better support local small businesses.
City Commission Workshop
Key Contacts
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Who manages procurement and purchasing policies for the City of North Miami Beach?
The City of North Miami Beach's Procurement Management Department, led by the Chief Procurement Officer, administers purchasing under the City Manager with oversight by the Mayor and City Commission. The procurement office is located at 17011 NE 19th Avenue, Room 315; phone 305-948-2946.
Where does the City of North Miami Beach post bids and RFPs?
The City of North Miami Beach posts bids, RFPs, solicitations, and award results on its OpenGov e‑Procurement portal and on the city's Tyler Portico vendor portal. Vendors should use the City's Bid Opportunities page to view notices and sign up for alerts.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of North Miami Beach?
Vendors register with the City of North Miami Beach through the OpenGov e‑Procurement portal or the Tyler Portico vendor portal. Registrations typically require a Business Tax Receipt, Occupational License, Certificate of Insurance naming the City as Additional Insured, Florida Certificate of Status (Sunbiz), W‑9, and Anti‑Human Trafficking Affidavit.
Date: Oct 6, 2026
Type: Meeting mention
The City Commission held a workshop to discuss the Comprehensive Plan update and strategic planning for the city's future. Key topics included the importance of updating the comprehensive plan to reflect changes over the last decade, strategies for creating walkable, mixed-use neighborhoods, housing affordability, and the potential redevelopment of the civic campus/city hall. Consultants presented six core principles to guide the plan, focusing on complete neighborhoods, economic diversity, family-friendly identity, multi-modal transportation, aging in place, and establishing a destination identity for the city.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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Does the City of North Miami Beach use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The City of North Miami Beach authorizes cooperative purchasing and piggyback contracts in its Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual (Policies 1.1(g), 1.1(h), 2.43, 2.44). The manual permits use of federal/state/local cooperatives, GSA contracts, and Florida SNAPS Agreements; SNAPS limits noted include single purchases ≤ $25,000 and annual per-agreement ≤ $150,000.
What procurement requirements does the City of North Miami Beach publish for vendors?
Vendors must provide a Certificate of Insurance naming the City of North Miami Beach as Additional Insured, a Business Tax Receipt, Occupational License, Florida Certificate of Status (Sunbiz), W‑9, and an Anti‑Human Trafficking Affidavit. The Purchasing Manual also details bonding and insurance requirements applicable to solicitations.
How does the City of North Miami Beach approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of North Miami Beach uses a best‑value procurement approach; the City Manager may waive bids for purchases ≤ $50,000, while waivers above $50,000 require Mayor and City Commission approval. Policy 13.1 requires protests for purchases ≥ $25,000 to be filed with the Chief Procurement Officer.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of North Miami Beach?
Procurement policies and standard contract terms for the City of North Miami Beach are published in the Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual and Chapter III (Purchasing) of the Municipal Code. The manual covers source selection (ITB, RFP, RFQ), bonds and insurance, ethics, protest procedures, and other purchasing practices.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does the City of North Miami Beach use?
The City of North Miami Beach expresses a commitment to inclusive business opportunities and directs vendors seeking Small Business Enterprise (SBE) certification to Miami‑Dade County's SBE program. Vendors should contact Miami‑Dade County (305-375-3111 or sbdmail@miamidade.gov) for certification and program details.
