What products and services does City of Riverside procure?

The City of Riverside commonly procures office supplies, vehicles, IT equipment, janitorial and security services, landscape maintenance, printing, temporary staffing, courier services, and public works construction for streets, utilities, buildings, parks, and traffic/IT systems.

Does City of Riverside use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

Yes. Purchasing Resolution No. 24101 authorizes the City of Riverside City Manager to award contracts through cooperative procurement and to utilize Federal, State, or other public-entity pricing (piggyback) when available; Riverside Public Utilities participates in the Southern California Public Power Authority (SCPPA).

What procurement requirements does City of Riverside publish for vendors?

The City of Riverside requires vendors to hold a City business tax certificate and applicable licenses/registrations and to meet insurance expectations described in its 'How To Do Business' guidance; suppliers seeking the local preference must also hold a City business license and report sales tax. Individual solicitations list specific insurance, bonding, and form requirements.

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

Procurement policy for the City of Riverside is codified in Purchasing Resolution No. 24101, which sets procurement rules, bid thresholds, award rules and the 5% local preference; panel-based consultant selection follows City Administrative Manual policy 07.022.00. Vendors should review these documents for standard terms and procedures.

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

The City of Riverside applies a 5% local price preference for suppliers within city limits (conditioned on holding a City business license and reporting sales tax) and maintains a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program for applicable federally funded procurements under U.S. DOT 49 CFR Part 26.

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

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Riverside Police Department Headquarters - Demolition & Earthwork and Shoring
Posted
Oct 16, 2026
Closes
Nov 17, 2026
The City of Riverside seeks bids for demolition of the current Riverside Police Headquarters and grading in preparation for the new headquarters. The work is divided into BC01 Earthwork and Shoring and BC02 Demolition, and the estimated bid value is $3,000,000. Bids must be submitted electronically by November 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM PDT; a mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM PDT.
SITE MODIFICATIONS AT THE PALMYRITA WATER TREATMENT PLANT FOR PFAS REMOVAL
Posted
Oct 15, 2026
Closes
Nov 24, 2026
The City of Riverside seeks a qualified “A” General Engineering contractor to design-build, construct, test, commission, and train staff on a PFAS-removal upgrade at the Palmyrita Water Treatment Plant. The work includes ion-exchange pressure vessels, pre-filters, booster pumps, concrete structures, piping, electrical and instrumentation upgrades, a standby generator, site improvements, commissioning, training, and O&M documentation. The solicitation is listed as an active Invitation for Bid and is due November 24, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
Development of Evacuation Assessment, Plan, and Re-Entry Support Function Annexes
Posted
Oct 15, 2026
Closes
Nov 10, 2026
The City of Riverside is seeking a qualified entity or individual to conduct an evacuation assessment, develop an evacuation plan, and update its Evacuation and Re-Entry Emergency Support Function Annexes. The work must follow the California Office of Planning and Research's Evacuation Planning Technical Advisory Guide, update ESF annexes 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 16, and 20, and comply with SB 99. The plan must also include a high-level analysis of evacuation-route capacity, safety, and viability under AB 747.

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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $50,000, use sole source.
- Coops: Frequently procures through OMNIA Partners, Sourcewell, and TIPS; 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 Riverside: Use only when the offering is genuinely proprietary, essential for compatibility (e.g., IT maintenance/support), or a unique professional service. Work with the end-user department (e.g., IT, Fire) to document why only your solution meets the need and cite exceptions allowed in Purchasing Resolution 24101. Approvals: justify to the City Manager and, for contracts over $50,000, obtain City Council approval.
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- Riverside actively uses cooperative purchasing to bypass formal bidding. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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GovInvest Inc. at City of Riverside
Effective: Mar 31, 2022Expires: Expiration date locked.
This Professional Consultant Services Agreement between the City of Riverside and Govinvest, Inc. outlines the provision of actuarial services and technology, specifically the GovInvest Labor Module. The service term begins on March 31, 2022, and concludes on March 25, 2025. Compensation is set at $32,500 annually for three years, totaling $97,500. The agreement details the scope of work, implementation steps, key personnel, and various terms and conditions including indemnification and insurance requirements.
GovInvest Inc. at City of Riverside
Effective: May 17, 2022Expires: Expiration date locked.
This document is a First Amendment to a Professional Consultant Services Agreement between the City of Riverside and GovInvest Inc., made effective May 2, 2023. It modifies an original agreement (dated May 17, 2022, expiring March 25, 2025) to incorporate an additional fifteen-hour On-Demand Support Package for Actuarial Services and Technology. This amendment adds $4,000.00 in compensation for these additional services to the original contract, which had a total amount of $97,500.
GovInvest Inc. at City of Riverside
Effective: May 2, 2023Expires: Expiration date locked.
This document is a First Amendment to a Professional Consultant Services Agreement between the City of Riverside and GovInvest Inc., dated May 2, 2023. It amends an original agreement from May 17, 2022, which is set to expire on March 25, 2025. The amendment adds a new fifteen (15) hour On-Demand Support Package, including services such as Roll-Up Cost Summary and Presentation, New Special Pay Review, and Strategy Discussion for Labor Negotiations. The additional compensation for these services is $4,000.00, applicable for the remaining term of the original agreement.
GovInvest Inc. at City of Riverside
Effective: Mar 26, 2023Expires: Expiration date locked.
This document is an invoice from GovInvest Inc. to Riverside for an annual subscription fee for their Costing Module. The service period is from March 26, 2023, to March 25, 2024, with a total amount due of $32,500.00. Payment options include check or bank ACH transfer.

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City Council of the City of Riverside City Council Minutes
Date: Oct 6, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting addressed a variety of administrative and operational agenda items. The Council approved numerous agreements including those for airport operations, utility easement conveyances, library digital collections, and fire department services and supplies. Several infrastructure and capital improvement projects were authorized, such as traffic safety enhancements, playground resurfacing at Orange Terrace Community Park, and fire department vehicle procurement. Appointments were confirmed for the new Inspector General and an Interim Real Property Services Manager. Financial approvals covered budget software services, business improvement district assessments, and salary plan amendments. Additionally, the Council issued proclamations for Blindness Awareness Month, Filipino American History Month, and Clean Air Day.
Deaf Commission Minutes
Date: Sep 9, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Commission discussed the review of the Deaf Commission logo, resulting in a request for additional options. The review of the Deaf Commission workplan and goals was continued to a future meeting. Updates were provided on outreach activities and the Ad Hoc committee. Commissioners shared reports covering a wide range of events and topics, including Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, the National Association of the Deaf Conference, local concerts, sporting tournaments, Deaf Awareness proclamations, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, and various film and cultural exhibitions. Future agenda items were requested, specifically the return of logo and workplan discussions, and an invitation for the California School for the Deaf Site Superintendent to present.

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Riverside?

The City of Riverside’s centralized Purchasing Division, led by the Purchasing Manager (CPPO), manages procurement and is the only office authorized to commit City funds. Governance includes the City Council, City Manager, and CFO/Treasurer; the Board of Public Utilities reviews Riverside Public Utilities professional-services procurements before Council action.

Where does City of Riverside post bids and RFPs?

The City of Riverside posts public solicitations, RFPs, RFQs, and bid results on its PlanetBids vendor portal (CompanyID=39475), linked from riversideca.gov/bids and the Purchasing pages. Vendors use the PlanetBids portal to view, download, and submit responses to solicitations.

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Riverside Police Department Headquarters - Demolition & Earthwork and Shoring

SITE MODIFICATIONS AT THE PALMYRITA WATER TREATMENT PLANT FOR PFAS REMOVAL

Development of Evacuation Assessment, Plan, and Re-Entry Support Function Annexes

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Riverside Police Department Headquarters - Demolition & Earthwork and Shoring

SITE MODIFICATIONS AT THE PALMYRITA WATER TREATMENT PLANT FOR PFAS REMOVAL

Development of Evacuation Assessment, Plan, and Re-Entry Support Function Annexes

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