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Officials say state procurement rules shape city hiring; city to offer contractor outreach to boost local bids
5843247 · September 16, 2025
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Summary
Mayor and staff explained that Arizona procurement statutes guide municipal bidding and that the city will host outreach with the Chamber/Building Alliance to help local contractors prepare competitive bids for forthcoming city projects.
Residents asked why local builders sometimes do not win city projects; Mayor Cal Sheehy and City Manager Jessica Knudson explained the city's procurement process is governed by Arizona statutes and competitive solicitation rules that require documented qualifications and formal…
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