Project consists of 5,600 feet of 8-inch water main including fittings, hydrants, valves, and water services. Abandonment or removal of existing water main and all necessary appurtenances, storm sewer improvements, restoration, and traffic control.
Buyer Attributes
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Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
167081
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
81.2
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
34,770
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
78 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
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There is no evidence that Charter Township of Plainfield actively uses cooperative purchasing today; focus on responding to township-issued formal bids.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Charter Township of Plainfield
Plainfield Charter Township Planning Commission Regular Planning Commission Meeting
Date: Sep 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Planning Commission discussed a 3-unit site condominium development project at 2233 Airway Street, addressing concerns related to future road access, sanitary sewer requirements, fire department access, and tree cutting limitations. Additionally, the commission denied a request for a sanitary sewer waiver for the development, citing inconsistencies with the township's master plan, zoning ordinances, and potential long-term environmental hazards.
Planefield Charter Township Board Board Meeting
Date: Sep 14, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting centered on public comments regarding controversial social media posts attributed to a board trustee. Community members debated the trustee's accountability, the potential damage to the township's reputation, and the broader impact of the situation on local governance and public services. Several speakers voiced support for the board's previous decision to censure the official, while others discussed the implications of potential recall efforts and the responsibility of elected representatives to maintain professional standards.
Charter Township of Plainfield Regular Board Meeting Minutes
Key Contacts
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for Charter Township of Plainfield?
Procurement and purchasing are handled by departmental offices—primarily the Finance Department and Clerk—under the oversight of the Charter Township of Plainfield Board of Trustees and the Township Superintendent. Vendors can contact those departments via the township staff directory for procurement questions.
Where does Charter Township of Plainfield post bids and RFPs?
Charter Township of Plainfield posts solicitations, bid documents, and results on its CivicEngage "Bid Postings" page (Bids.aspx). Vendors can create a website account to subscribe to notifications and view full solicitation details and attachments.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with Charter Township of Plainfield?
Vendors register by creating a CivicEngage website account to subscribe for bid notifications and access solicitation documents on the Charter Township of Plainfield Bid Postings page. Activity-specific licenses (solicitors, seasonal sales, waste haulers) are issued through the Clerk's Department per Services guidance.
Date: Jan 24, 2022
Type: Meeting mention
The Board approved various consent agenda items, including janitorial service contracts, vehicle and equipment purchases for the Water Department, new signage for local parks, and payments for private water service connections. Additionally, the Board authorized engineering services for water main construction and an MLCC resolution for a tasting room permit. Presentations were given regarding 2021 operational changes at Versluis Park. The Board also granted an appeal to the Groundwater Control Ordinance and approved a 3-year local road maintenance plan in partnership with the Kent County Road Commission.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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What products and services does Charter Township of Plainfield procure?
Charter Township of Plainfield commonly procures goods and services supporting water and sewer operations, public safety (fire/EMS) equipment and services, parks and recreation maintenance, building/inspection/planning services, and utility billing and operational supplies. Vendors should monitor bid postings for solicitation specifications.
What vendor requirements does Charter Township of Plainfield publish for solicitations?
Charter Township of Plainfield posts solicitation-specific requirements and required forms within each Bid Postings item; insurance, bonding, licensing, and other compliance items are specified per solicitation. The Clerk's Office issues activity-specific vendor licenses where applicable.
How does Charter Township of Plainfield approve procurement contracts and awards?
Contract approvals are governed by the Charter Township of Plainfield Board of Trustees and administered operationally by the Township Superintendent and relevant departments such as Finance and the Clerk. For specific signature authority or workflow details, contact the Finance Department or Clerk listed in the staff directory.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for Charter Township of Plainfield?
Solicitation terms, award rules, and required forms are published within each Bid Postings item on the township's CivicEngage site; for township-level purchasing rules or dollar thresholds contact the Finance Department or the Clerk's Office listed in the staff directory.