Facade improvement contractors. Eligible improvements may include painting and surface preparation, signage, awnings, exterior lighting, storefront doors and windows, trim and architectural features, permanent planters or landscaping, permanent outdoor dining features, and related accessibility improvements.
Work consists of repair landslide. Excavate approx 780 CY of soil material in slide area to reuse for the repair. Place geogrid layers and reuse soil (and import approx 80 CY soil fill) to rebuild slope (approx 880 CY) to repair slide area and conform to original grades.
Community park improvement project including mobilization, demobilization, temporary traffic control, installation of water pollution control measures, surveying and staking, demolition and removal of existing asphalt pavement, concrete hardscape, handrails, landscaping, decorative boulders, pop-up emitters, and bollards; clearing and grubbing; rough and fine grading; asphalt concrete paving, see outside link.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
123099
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
35.5
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
19,507
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
68 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:Deprioritize—no evidence they grant sole source; if coops aren’t feasible, prepare for a competitive bid.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, CMAS, and NASPO; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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The City can be onboarded to the recommended cooperative vehicles — reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
The City of Orinda has used cooperative purchasing before and is a Sourcewell member, though usage appears rare.
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The Planning Commission meeting centered on a design review and special design review application for additions to a residence located at 105 Crane Terrace. The proposal involves interior additions, an expanded garage, and a loggia, requiring evaluation against ridgeline overlay zone standards. Staff provided a detailed presentation on the project's compliance with zoning regulations, including floor area, setbacks, and height limitations. Following the staff report, the commission questioned the project's design elements and architectural features. The project designer presented the proposal, highlighting Southern architectural influences and the goal of improving the building's facade through the addition of porches.
Orinda City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 1, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting featured the formal introduction of a new city clerk. Two proclamations were issued, recognizing September as Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and Hispanic Heritage Month. Additionally, the meeting included a presentation from the General Manager of County Connection, which covered current public transit operations, local ridership statistics, and the provision of paratransit services within the community.
Orinda Geologic Hazard Abatement District and City Council Special Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Orinda.
Pat D'AmicoAdministrative Assistant/Deputy City Clerk
Frequently asked questions
Where does City of Orinda post bids and RFPs?
City of Orinda posts bids and RFPs on its official Bid Postings page (CivicEngage) and in the City’s Online Planroom; the Current Project Information page also lists solicitations, planholder documents, contract awards, and signup options for notifications.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Orinda?
Vendors complete registration through the City of Orinda Business Registration portal (linked on the City website); public‑works contractors must submit the Bidders List Application via Current Project Information and register as planholders in the City’s Online Planroom for documents and notifications.
What products and services does City of Orinda procure?
City of Orinda routinely solicits public‑works and construction services, professional engineering and design services, streetscape and landscape projects, facilities maintenance (including HVAC), custodial services, and security/camera system installations through its bid postings and Online Planroom.
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Date: Sep 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed governance principles, specifically focusing on maintaining the legal separation between the Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD) and the city. Key topics included a proposal for the city manager to oversee contracted services for the GHAD, the potential for more frequent board meetings to increase transparency, and the fiscal implications and necessity of a formal agreement to ensure clear separation of duties. The board agreed to move forward with defining a formal role for the city manager in the GHAD and exploring budgetary adjustments for future cycles.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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What vendor requirements does City of Orinda publish for vendors?
City of Orinda requires business registration for entities operating in Orinda and asks public‑works contractors to complete the Bidders List Application; solicitation‑specific insurance, bonding, licensing, and required forms are published with each bid and must be reviewed per solicitation.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Orinda?
Vendors can find procurement policies in the City of Orinda Code of Ordinances (Municode); the City’s Current Project Information page documents the City’s election to follow the Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Procedures and describes related public‑works bidding procedures.