City of Amarillo bid process goes digital

AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Vendors submitting bids to the City of Amarillo will soon be able to complete the submission process quickly with a new online bid system.

According to officials from the City of Amarillo, the city will implement Bonfire, a new bid system software in the city’s Purchasing Department that will improve the bid process for city projects beginning June 3.

Officials also note the average submission time for a bid to the city will be eight minutes.

“Bonfire replaces the city’s Public Purchase platform and will significantly streamline the

entire bidding process,” said COA Purchasing Agent Michael Lindley.

Officials note the other conveniences of Bonfire will include:

• Faster and easier bid submissions: Submit bids electronically without paperwork;
• Increased participation: The user-friendly platform encourages more vendors to participate in city projects; and
• Fewer disqualifications: Bonfire’s clear guidelines will help reduce disqualifications by 65%.

City officials state there are no registration fees required and solicitations posted prior to June 3 will use the current bidding process. Those looking for additional information including how to register and a five-minute training video can visit the City of Amarillo’s website.

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