Seeking proposals for a long-term ground lease, sale, or other contractual relationship for approximately 16,000 square feet of retail space at 911 Main Street, Georgetown, Texas.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $50,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through BuyBoard, Texas DIR, 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 Georgetown uses sole source rarely and only for truly unique, specialized items (e.g., designated providers like Evoqua Water Technologies). Council approval is required for amounts over $50,000. Strong written justification and documentation are expected. Practical tip: unless your product is demonstrably unique, pivot to a cooperative contract as the primary path.
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City of Georgetown has used cooperative purchasing to streamline buys and bypass formal bidding. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
Recommended (accessible through Starbridge):BuyBoard; Texas DIR; Sourcewell
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Georgetown
Georgetown Economic Development Corporation Minutes
Date: Dec 16, 2024Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting included the presentation and discussion of the staff report by the Economic Development Director. Additionally, the board entered into an executive session to deliberate on economic development negotiations, resulting in the approval of Project Compute. The FY 2024 quarter three financial report was noted but not discussed due to a clerical error and will be rescheduled for a future agenda.
Arts and Culture Advisory Board of Georgetown Regular Session Minutes
Date: Jan 20, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed several agenda items, including local arts and culture announcements. Key actions taken included the approval of the design for the Georgetown ISD Student Mural Project, the approval of the mural design for the Georgetown Art Center, and the award of 2026 Round I Arts and Culture Grants. Additionally, the board received and reviewed the Arts and Culture Program Manager's report.
Main Street Advisory Board City Of Georgetown Minutes
Date: Oct 11, 2024Type: Meeting mention
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Georgetown?
The Finance and Purchasing Department administers procurement for the City of Georgetown under a Council–Manager form of government. The City Manager reports to the Mayor and eight-member City Council, and the Finance and Purchasing office manages day-to-day purchasing operations.
Where does the City of Georgetown post bids and RFPs?
The City of Georgetown posts bids and RFPs on its official Bid Opportunities page and via the IonWave eBid System (gtowntx.ionwave.net). Formal solicitations are also published in the local newspaper; vendors can register with IonWave for notifications.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Georgetown?
Vendors register for City of Georgetown solicitations through the IonWave eBid System (gtowntx.ionwave.net) to view opportunities and receive notifications. Vendors should keep accounts current and follow each solicitation's instructions for required forms and contact details.
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The board discussed and approved a sign grant request for the Williamson County Art Guild and a facade grant request for 104-106 W. 8th Street. Approval was also granted for an increase in the cost of the 2024 Downtown Christmas Ornament. The board received project updates, including information on the Coffee & Cocoa Crawl, Small Business Saturday, Georgetown Swirl, Breakfast Bites, Jingle & Mingle, Preservation Georgetown Home Tour, and Business Retention and Expansion visits. Additionally, the staff report covered updates on the Facade Fund, event scheduling changes, and potential future partnerships for an Octoberfest event.
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What products and services does the City of Georgetown procure?
The Finance and Purchasing Department procures supplies, equipment, and services for City of Georgetown operations, administering annual contracts and blanket purchase orders, preparing bid specifications and tabulations, conducting bid proceedings, and expediting materials for city departments.
Does the City of Georgetown use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The City of Georgetown's purchasing rules identify interlocal or cooperative contracts as an exemption to competitive bidding. The City has executed interlocal cooperative purchasing agreements with other Texas municipalities, documented in the City's public records archive.
What procurement requirements does the City of Georgetown publish for vendors?
Vendors must submit the City's Disclosure Statement, Conflicts Disclosure Statement, and the Texas Ethics Commission Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295) when applicable; contractors working on City property must provide insurance certificates per the City's insurance requirements and solicitation terms.
How does the City of Georgetown approve procurement contracts and awards?
City of Georgetown uses tiered purchasing thresholds: purchases under $3,000 use single-quote purchase orders; $3,000.01–$50,000 require written or HUB quotes; purchases over $50,000 require formal solicitation and City Council approval. Specified exemptions (sole source, emergency, interlocal) follow approval rules in the purchasing procedures.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Georgetown?
Procurement thresholds, procedures, exemptions, and approval rules for the City of Georgetown are published on the Bid Opportunities page and in the City Code of Ordinances (Municode). Vendors should consult each solicitation for standard terms, required forms, and contract provisions.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does the City of Georgetown use?
The City of Georgetown seeks participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) for purchases over $3,000; purchases between $3,000.01 and $50,000 require two quotes from certified Williamson County HUBs when applicable. HUB resources are listed in the City's small-business guide.