What procurement requirements does City of Oxford publish for vendors?

City of Oxford publishes solicitation-specific vendor requirements—forms, insurance, bonding, licensing, and submission instructions—within each project’s posted documents on the oxfordmsbids.com Plan Room. Vendors must review each solicitation’s posted materials for exact compliance requirements.

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

Financial Administration (City Finance) oversees procurement for the City of Oxford; vendors should consult Financial Administration and solicitation documents posted in the City’s Plan Room at oxfordmsbids.com for procurement policies, standard contract terms, and purchasing procedures.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Oxford, MS
Country:: US

City of Oxford RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

Sanitary Sewer Improvements Howell Loop Lift Station RFP
Posted
Sep 24, 2026
Closes
Oct 26, 2026
Work inlcudes improvements include the installation and construction of a sewer lift station.
City of Oxford Stone Center Park Pickleball Courts Project RFP
Posted
Sep 17, 2025
Closes
Oct 29, 2026
Project consists of construction of (26) new pickleball courts, 2 new parking lots, and new restroom building
City of Oxford Stone Center Park Pickleball Courts Project
Posted
Sep 17, 2025
Closes
Oct 29, 2026
Project consists of construction of (26) new pickleball courts, 2 new parking lots, and new restroom building

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Census ID
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107427
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
300
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
26,773
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
79 / 100
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Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
79 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
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- Sole Source: Deprioritize (no record of use). Redirect to competitive bid.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell and NASPO ValuePoint; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Sole Source
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- City of Oxford, MS: No evidence of sole source awards in public records; deprioritize this path. No specific dollar thresholds identified. Practical note: focus efforts on a competitive bid or a cooperative contract alternative rather than attempting sole source.
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Cooperatives
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- There is no evidence the City currently uses cooperative purchasing; Sourcewell membership appears dormant.
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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Oxford

City of Oxford Board of Aldermen Board Meeting
Date: Oct 6, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board of Aldermen meeting covered a variety of agenda items and updates. The session included a mayor's report discussing tourism impact, infrastructure growth challenges, and the upcoming holiday parade planning. The Visit Oxford team presented their fiscal year action plan, focusing on marketing campaigns, visitor services, and sales strategies. Additional actions included authorizing a local state of emergency extension, approving a cooperative agreement with the local violence response team, and reviewing a municipal ordinance amendment modifying land development code and municipal code regarding accessory dwelling units, mobile food vending, and mechanical equipment screening.
City Of Oxford Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
Date: Sep 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission reviewed several cases for certificates of appropriateness. Key topics included the approval of demolition and new construction at 503 Avenue with specific conditions regarding the preservation of the existing gable, the discussion and approval of an accessory carport, pool, and retaining walls at 803 University Avenue, and the review of rehabilitation plans and additions for a historic structure at 1517 Pier Avenue. One agenda item regarding 408 Van Buren Avenue was postponed.
City of Oxford Board of Aldermen Board of Aldermen Meeting

Key Contacts

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Johnathan MizellBuilding Official

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Rhonda BurchettChief Financial Officer

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Frequently asked questions

Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Oxford?

Financial Administration (City Finance), led by CFO Rhonda Burchett, oversees procurement and purchasing for the City of Oxford; the city is organized by departmental offices (City Clerk, Public Works, etc.). Vendors should contact Financial Administration for procurement or finance inquiries.

Where does City of Oxford post bids and RFPs?

The City of Oxford posts public bids and RFPs on its online Plan Room at oxfordmsbids.com (PlanHouse network). Vendors can view project listings, download solicitation documents, and register for access through the Plan Room portal.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Oxford?

Vendors register for City of Oxford solicitations by creating a free Plan Room account at oxfordmsbids.com via the Register/Login link; registered accounts provide access to project documents and bid materials and include Plan Room support contact information.

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City of Oxford RFPs

Sanitary Sewer Improvements Howell Loop Lift Station RFP

City of Oxford Stone Center Park Pickleball Courts Project RFP

City of Oxford Stone Center Park Pickleball Courts Project

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City of Oxford Board of Aldermen Board Meeting

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City of Oxford Board of Aldermen Board of Aldermen Meeting

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City of Oxford RFPs

Sanitary Sewer Improvements Howell Loop Lift Station RFP

City of Oxford Stone Center Park Pickleball Courts Project RFP

City of Oxford Stone Center Park Pickleball Courts Project

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City of Oxford RFPs

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City of Oxford RFPs

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