The City of La Crosse is seeking proposals for its residential refuse and recycling collection contract for 2028–2034. Proposals must be submitted to the City Clerk by the stated deadline, and contractors must have bidder proof of responsibility and prequalification on file. Each proposal must include a bid bond or qualifying check for at least 5% of the estimated one-year service cost (minimum $50,000), and the awarded contractor must provide performance security and insurance before January 1, 2028.
Sole Source:Extremely rare; steer the conversation back to issuing a formal solicitation.
Coops:Frequently procures through NASPO ValuePoint and Sourcewell; 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 La Crosse (WI):Sole source awards are extraordinarily rare. The purchasing ordinance does not define clear thresholds, pushing most buys into formal competitive bidding. Practical takeaways: deprioritize sole source, monitor DemandStar and QuestCDN for relevant bids, and build relationships to anticipate needs that will be publicly solicited.
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There is no evidence that the City of La Crosse uses cooperative purchasing today. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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City of La Crosse Contracts
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Kemper Sports Management, Inc. at City of La Crosse
Effective: Apr 9, 2011Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is the Second Amendment to the Management Agreement between the City of La Crosse and Kemper Sports Management, Inc. for the Forest Hills Golf Course. It extends the agreement term from April 9, 2011, to April 9, 2028, and outlines a new Driving Range Project where KSM commits up to $160,000 in funding to be reimbursed by the Owner through revenue sharing (with a total reimbursement example of $172,800). The amendment also establishes an annual management fee of $90,000, subject to annual increases, and updates financial management and insurance clauses.
Kemper Sports Management, Inc. at City of La Crosse
Effective: Apr 9, 2010Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Management Agreement, effective April 9, 2010, for one year, outlines the terms under which Kemper Sports Management, Inc. (KSM) will manage the Forest Hills Golf Course for the City of La Crosse. KSM is responsible for operational, financial, and marketing services. The City of La Crosse, as Owner, is responsible for all operating and capital expenses. KSM will receive an annual management fee of $84,000, paid monthly, and reimbursement for up to $5,000 in approved out-of-pocket expenses.
Kemper Sports Management, Inc. at City of La Crosse
Effective: Apr 9, 2011Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is the First Amendment to the Management Agreement between the City of La Crosse, Wisconsin (Owner) and Kemper Sports Management, Inc. (KSM) for the operations management of Forest Hills Golf Course. Executed on May 26, 2016, the amendment primarily extends the term of the original agreement. The revised term for the management services now runs from April 9, 2011, to April 9, 2018.
La Crosse Area Community Foundation Corporation at City of La Crosse
Effective: Dec 9, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
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Committee for Citizens with Disabilities Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed accessibility standards for voting locations, confirming that each of the 11 polling locations utilizes an express vote machine and provides options for assisted reading and curb-side voting. Members also reviewed upcoming events, including a snow plow rodeo, a week without driving, and White Cane Safety Day. Future agenda items were proposed, focusing on snow removal procedures, police department coordination, and recruitment efforts for a vacant committee position.
Common Council of the City of La Crosse Meeting Minutes
Date: Oct 6, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council reviewed a financial report and several resolutions, including approvals for a contract extension for third-party administration services, inflationary adjustments for sewer utility rates, and capital project allocations. Appointments were confirmed for various municipal boards and commissions. Additionally, the council approved contracts for a wastewater treatment plant office remodel and a floodplain development project. Zoning changes were enacted to allow for a new community center, and the council authorized various special assessments and property easements. Financial statements and audit reports were received and filed.
Board Of Public Works Meeting Minutes
Key Contacts
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Where does the City of La Crosse post bids and RFPs?
The City of La Crosse posts bidding documents and online submissions on its Engineering Bids page and uses QuestCDN for plans/specs and bid submittals. The Engineering Bids page includes bid opening schedules and links to QuestCDN-hosted PDFs.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of La Crosse?
Vendors complete prequalification for the City of La Crosse by submitting a Bidder’s Proof of Responsibility via email to apvendors@cityoflacrosse.org. The Finance Department pages list Purchasing Buyer and AP/vendors contacts for additional support.
What products and services does the City of La Crosse procure?
The City of La Crosse routinely procures vehicles, equipment, supplies, and construction/engineering public-works services. Finance handles procurement of goods while the Engineering Department posts construction solicitations, plans/specs, and vendor contacts.
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The board addressed several agenda items, including the approval of construction contract change orders and construction contract final payments. The board also authorized setting the date for the upcoming Spring City Auction and approved the bid for the replacement of overhead garage doors at Fire Station #3.
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What vendor requirements does the City of La Crosse publish?
The City of La Crosse publishes solicitation-specific vendor requirements on its Engineering Bids page, including General Conditions, bid and payment bond forms, contracts, lien waivers, and required affidavits. Insurance requirements are listed for specific permits such as the Outdoor Mobile Food Vendor License.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of La Crosse?
Procurement for the City of La Crosse is managed by the Finance Department (Purchasing & Printing); standard solicitation terms and policy PDFs (General Conditions, contract and bond forms, Section II/III) are published on the Engineering Bids page. Vendors should consult those PDFs for solicitation-level terms.
